VPFET SW232-Deep Blue Triple-Monitor KVM Switch, 8K@60Hz, 4K@120Hz, USB 3.0

Switch between two computers at a shared workstation while keeping three monitors and one set of USB peripherals in place. The VPFET SW232-Deep Blue routes HDMI and DisplayPort video alongside USB connections. Select a computer with the switch’s front button or the wired desktop controller. Its four USB 3.0 ports also make it easy to share accessories such as a keyboard, mouse, printer, or USB drive.

Why it’s worth it

A dual-computer setup often means duplicating input devices or changing monitor and USB connections by hand. This KVM brings those switching tasks together, so two compatible PCs or laptops can use the same three displays and connected USB devices. For example, move from a work computer to a second PC using the desktop controller, while leaving your keyboard and mouse connected to the KVM.

The video connections use HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4, with support for resolutions up to 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz. It also supports 4K at 60Hz, 2K at 144Hz, and 1080p. To use a particular resolution and refresh rate, the computers, monitors, and cables need to support it. For a three-monitor setup, each computer connects to the switch with two DisplayPort cables and one HDMI cable, the computer needs those corresponding ports. DP-to-HDMI and DP-to-DVI adapter cables aren’t supported.

Key takeaways

The four USB 3.0 ports offer data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps and work with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. Connect compatible USB peripherals, including a keyboard, mouse, microphone, headphones with a USB-A male interface, printer, scanner, or flash drive. The USB and video switching functions can be used together or separately, giving you flexibility when sharing devices across computers.

Choose between the button on the switch itself and the wired controller, which can sit on the desktop while the KVM is tucked out of the way. The metal unit measures 5.91 x 2.76 x 1.91 inches and has a deep blue finish. A DC 12V adapter is required for operation and is included, along with two USB 3.0 cables. High-power USB peripherals may need their own power supply.

Everyday use

Set the KVM near your computers and connect each one using two DisplayPort cables, one HDMI cable, and a USB connection. Then connect the three monitors and shared USB accessories to the switch. The desktop controller gives you a convenient switching point when the KVM is placed away from your keyboard and mouse. The switch supports Windows, XP, and Linux computers, and monitors with HDMI or DisplayPort connections.

Compared with a simpler USB-only sharing switch, this model also handles the video connections for a three-monitor workspace. That makes it a practical fit when you want to share both displays and peripherals rather than switch only a keyboard and mouse.

Buying verdict

Choose the SW232-Deep Blue for a desk where two computers need access to the same three monitors and USB accessories. Its HDMI and DisplayPort support, four USB 3.0 ports, and two switching methods bring those shared connections into one setup. It suits users who want to move between compatible computers without rebuilding their display and peripheral connections each time.