KVM - Here's a "problem" I don't think is solve-able

[Trevor Harris]

Hey all!

I have a pc and a mac pro and I use both for my work. I have an ergonomic setup with a KVM switch that all works quite well apart from one detail. I don't like using a mouse - I'd much rather use a trackpad.

I've found a number of Bluetooth trackpad that work for both, but for the KVM to function as it should it has to be USB. All the USB trackpads I've found either with mac OR pc, not both.

Just putting it out there to see if anyone has any ideas or advice! Thanks!
Trevor

 

[tonmischa]

Haven't tried it myself, but what about a bluetooth-to-usb dongle?
Pair the trackpad to the dongle, put the dongle into the USB port of the KVM.

These dongles cost $20, so it might be worth a try.

 

[Trevor Harris]

hmm, interesting idea. This is why I come here, lol.
I wonder how that wold work for the multi-touch functionality on the mac, which is only something I'm thinking of right now.