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‎08-24-2023 10:39 AM

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Product: G5
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11

Can I connect two hp laptops via a usb-c switch to on Hp USB-C G5 docking station, so I can use the connected monitors, keyboard and mouse to the G5 for one laptop at a time?

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‎08-24-2023 11:13 AM

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That is a question that has been around for a minute.

AFAIK there isn't a solution on the market.

 

It would be nice to be able to do that, although what you might need to look at is a KVM switch with USB Type-C inputs instead.

 


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‎09-05-2023 09:43 PM

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Thank you for your suggestion.  Yes, I could use a KVM switch for the two laptops.  The beauty of using the G-5 dock is that it provides power to the laptop.  I don't believe a KVM switch provides power.

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‎09-06-2023 02:03 PM

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The KVM is old tech and has been around for years.

 

I doubt that any current Docking solution would provide power to two laptops.

 

That is quite a bit of required current.


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