Multiple Monitors Two Computers

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by RezRunner, Jan 16, 2022.

  1. RezRunner

    RezRunner Private E-2

    So I have a dell laptop that I use for work, that has a dock that has 3 external monitors connected. I also have an HP Tower that I was hoping I could figure a way to use these monitors when not working, without having to disconnect/reconnect. The Dell laptop is a Latitude 5140, that actually has the little box that everything is connected to, that connects to the laptop via USB C. I would just like to be able to use these 3 monitors or at least two of them with my HP Tower. I was thinking a standard KVM would probably not work. Please let me know your suggestions.
     
  2. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    What is the model of the HP? Ports and video card/chip needs to be known.
    What ports are on monitors A, B and C?

    You'd probably have to add a multi monitor video card.
    https://levvvel.com/best-multi-monitor-video-card/

    KVM switch is to switch keyboard video and mouse between 2 different computers. I use one and there is only 1 monitor whose display switches between the 2 computers.
     
    Last edited: Jan 17, 2022
  3. foogoo

    foogoo Major "foogoo" Geek

    They do make "multi monitor KVM" now days. That Dell "USB C" is likely a Thunderbolt port, which provides power to the laptop while adding connectivity. So even if you get a USB C expansion card for the desktop and trying plugging in the dock, the HP likely would not have all the drivers needed for the device.
    So google "multi monitor KVM".
     

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