Simplecom KM470 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch 8K Docking Station KM470 is a 2-Way USB-C KVM switch that allows you to control 2 laptop computers with only one set of USB peripherals and one external display. The KVM switch also acts as a central docking station, allowing you to toggle between the two laptops with just a button. By utilizing the multifunctional USB-C interface on modern laptops, this KVM switch intergraded docking station functionality, eliminating the need for multiple cables. A single USB-C cable is all that's necessary to connect each laptop for video output, data transmission, and PD charging. This USB-C KVM switch has both HDMI and DisplayPort output, so you can easily connect to TV or monitors. HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4 compliant, support video resolution up to 8K. With this USB-C KVM switch, you can streamline the sharing of one external monitor and USB devices between two laptops, it eliminates the hassle of physically swapping cables and rearranging connections each time you need to switch laptops. It's ideal for controlling two systems, such as your Windows laptop and MacBook, your work laptop and home laptop. To make it even easier to use, this KVM switch is plug-and-play and hot swappable. It also comes with two PD charging ports, allowing simultaneous charging for both connected laptops. Simplify your connections and enhance productivity with this USB-C KVM switch. Features USB-C KVM switch allows two laptops to share external display and USB devices Intergraded USB-C docking station, single USB-C cable for Video, Data and PD charging With both DisplayPort and HDMI output ports for TV or monitors 3-Port USB 2.0 hub for connecting mouse, keyboard, printer and more 3.5mm audio jack for connecting headphones or speakers Two PD charging ports allow charging for both laptops simultaneously HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4 compliant, support video resolution up to 8K Backward compatible with HDMI 2.0 and HDMI 1.4 Easy to use by pressing the toggle button on the KVM switch Self-powered via connected laptop, no external power required Plug and play and hot swappable Durable aluminium alloy casing, also efficiently dissipate heat LED light indicating the active computer and PD charging Specifications Model: KM470 USB Upstream Ports: USB-C x2 (Connect to PC1 and PC2) USB Downstream Ports: USB 2.0 x3 (Connect USB peripherals) PD Charing Port: USB-C x2 (up to 100W on each port) Video Output: HDMI 2.1 x1, DP 1.4 x1 USB Max Bandwidth: HighSpeed 480Mbps HDMI Max Bandwidth: 48Gbps DP Max Bandwidth: 32.4Gbps Video Resolution: 1080p@60/120/165Hz, 4K@60/120/144Hz (DSC), 8K@30/60Hz(DSC) Audio Output: 3.5mm audio jack (sound output only) Operating Temperature: 0 to 50C Dimension (L x W x H): 13 x 6.3 x 1.6mm Weight: 109g Operating System Support: Windows, MacOS, Chrome OS Package Contents 1x USB-C KVM Switch 2x USB-C to USB-C Cables System Requirements Laptop or mobile device with full functional USB-C port that supports DP Alt Mode (DisplayPort Alternate Mode) Laptop with Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, USB4 port Important Note Before purchasing, please confirm the USB-C port on your laptop or tablet supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP Alt Mode). Some USB-C ports only work for charging or data transfer, no video output function USB-C port on desktop PC is not supported Self-powered via connected laptop, no external power required DP and HDMI port can't be used simultaneously Two USB-C PD ports are always enabled, for charging both laptops simultaneously For 8K resolution support, Thunderbolt 4 port are required on laptop, with maximum length of 2M DP 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 cable