HP E27d G4 27" 16:9 Advanced Docking IPS Monitor - Manual (Page 27)

4 Connecting a second computer to the
monitor using the KVM Mode
The KVM Mode option in the monitor OSD provides the capability to connect two computers to one monitor
with quick monitor access to either computer.
IMPORTANT: Note that when the KVM Mode option in the OSD has been selected, the USB Type-C
downstream port changes to a USB Type-C upstream port.
For video input from a second computer, connect either a DisplayPort cable or an HDMI cable to the
appropriate connector on the rear of the monitor. For instance, connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to a
DisplayPort connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to a DisplayPort connector on the second
computer. If the second computer has only an HDMI port, then connect one end of the HDMI cable to an HDMI
port on the rear of the monitor and the other end to an HDMI port on the second computer.
For USB connection to the second computer, you can use USB Type-C to Type-C cables or USB Type-C to Type
A cables connected to the monitor's second USB Type-c port.
When the USB Type-C input is connected in KVM Mode option, the monitor will automatically switch to the
USB Type-C input regardless of the computer state. When USB Type-C input is disconnected and the second
computer is active, the monitor will automatically switch back to the active input (DisplayPort or HDMI).
Table 4-1 Connecting a second computer
Components Descriptions
(1) Power cable to AC adapter
(2) 2nd USB-C on the monitor Data only, carrying ethernet, keyboard, and mouse.
(3) HDMI port When the 2nd computer is active, the monitor switches to
the active input (HDMI or DisplayPort).
(4) Main USB-C port with DP power + data Main USB-C port connects to PC #1. Requires a longer
cable up to 80 cm.
Turn on the KVM Mode option
To turn on the KVM Mode option in the monitor OSD:
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