KVM switches and X

[Fraser Campbell]

On Wednesday 12 May 2004 18:43, James Knott wrote:

> Are you using a mechanical or electronic switch?  The mechanical ones
> often cause problems.  I've got a Protec "Bytelan" that works fine.

I guess it's electronic ... CTRL-CTRL gives me a popup menu and it has various 
other built in hotkeys that I can use.

> Also, X shouldn't require anymore bandwidth, than any other system,
> running similar resolution.

I wouldn't expect so.

> Another cause of your problem, may be a defective cable or connector.

Certainly, I did try both a new cable and a new port on the KVM.  I'll try a 
new monitor next, if that doesn't work I'll just give up because the computer 
in question is a half-height case and switching video cards would be a PITA.

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