KVM switch Trendnet TK-215i

The KVM switch Trendnet TK-215i lets you control two computers using a single USB keyboard, mouse and one HDMI monitor. The compact white unit supports Full HD 1080p HDMI video and 3.5 mm analog audio, and provides fully integrated cabling for a simple plug-and-play setup without driver or CD installation. No external power adapter is required as the unit is USB powered.

Advantages

The TK-215i provides straightforward switching between two systems with an ergonomic toggle switch and integrated cables to minimise desktop clutter. It supports 1920 x 1080 resolution over HDMI and passes through 3.5 mm analog audio, while USB power removes the need for a separate power supply. Certified by CE and FCC, the device is compact and easy to install.

Suitable for

• Office workstations that share a single keyboard, mouse and monitor
• Home offices with two desktop PCs or a PC and a media player
• Small server or network administration tasks requiring access to two machines
• Environments where a compact, cable-integrated KVM solution is preferred

Key specifications

• Brand: TRENDnet, Model: TK-215i
• Controls: 2 computers with one USB keyboard and mouse
• Video: HDMI, up to 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
• Audio: 3.5 mm analog audio passthrough
• Ports: USB keyboard/mouse, HDMI video
• Integrated cable length: up to 0.85 m
• Power: USB powered (no external adapter)
• Dimensions: 85 x 58 x 28 mm; Weight: 0.35 kg
• Colour: White; Certifications: CE, FCC

How to use

Connect the integrated HDMI and USB cables from the TK-215i to each computer, attach your HDMI display to the monitor output, and plug your USB keyboard and mouse into the console ports. Power the unit via a USB port on one of the connected computers. Use the ergonomic toggle switch on the device to select which computer is active. No driver installation is required; the switch operates in plug-and-play mode.

Recommendations

For reliable HDMI video and audio transmission, use the TK-215i with displays and source devices that support 1080p. Ensure USB power is available from the connected host; if USB power is limited, connect to a host USB port that supplies sufficient current.