Connecting two hp laptops to one usb-c G5 dock

partowa · ‎08-24-2023

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?

erico · ‎08-24-2023

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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partowa · ‎09-05-2023

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.

erico · ‎09-06-2023

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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