diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 17dc60b1..95eb3326 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -169,7 +169,7 @@ The dongle is completely supported and PiKVM works great with it. But it has som * ATX control (optional): [see v2 description](#hardware-for-v2). #### Addition -* If you want to capture VGA from your server instead of HDMI, buy the [VGA-to-HDMI converter](https://aliexpress.com/item/4000553298530.html). +* If you want to capture VGA from your server instead of HDMI, buy the [VGA-to-HDMI converter](https://aliexpress.com/item/4000553298530.html). Some VGA HDMI adapters have issues with not supporting all resolutions and refresh rates. * PiKVM can be powered using PoE, but it is not recommend to use the official PoE HAT: it is unreliable and [not compatible with the HDMI bridge](https://github.com/pikvm/pikvm/issues/6). Use any other PoE hat without an I2C fan controller. * **Don't use random relay modules or random optocouplers!** Some relays or optocouplers may not be sensitive enough for the Raspberry Pi, some others may be low-level controlled. Either use relays that are activated by a high logic level, or follow the design provided and buy an OMRON. See details [here](https://github.com/pikvm/pikvm/issues/13). diff --git a/docs/multiport.md b/docs/multiport.md index 9a9a9ae5..7c76db0e 100644 --- a/docs/multiport.md +++ b/docs/multiport.md @@ -24,6 +24,7 @@ Here the status is: | [XH-HK4401 4-port HDMI USB KVM Switch](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000849336545.html) | ✔ | [Using with PiKVM](xh_hk4401.md) - USB MSD works, requires the HDMI backpower solutions found below | | [Ali's noname](https://a.aliexpress.com/_BSpS8t) | ✔ | Limitations are are listed below | | [AIMOS 8-port HDMI USB-C KVM Switch](https://www.amazon.de/AIMOS-Umschalter-Tastatur-unterst%C3%BCtzen-verbunden/dp/B08FR5K111/) | ☹ | Similar to Ali's noname model, available in 4/8port editions, has same HDMI bridge boot problem/solution using a Marmitek 312 UHD HDMI splitter. Limitations are are listed below | +| [Aten CS1758 8-port PS/2 / USB VGA KVM switch](https://www.aten.com/global/en/products/kvm/rack-kvm-switches/cs1758/) | ☹ | Older Aten switches can be had for cheap and can be a viable alternative. Devices are connected via PS/2 so USB media support does not work. The setup relies on a VGA-> HDMI adapter to make the video signal work and there can be issues with unsupported VGA resolutions with some adapters. KVM hotkeys and switching all work and so does mouse and keyboard. | Limitations: