Simplecom KM470 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch 8K Docking Station HDMI 2.1 DP

The Simplecom KM470 is a 2-port USB-C KVM switch and docking station that lets two laptops share one external display and a single set of USB peripherals. Switch between computers with the press of a button instead of swapping cables, and connect each laptop with just one USB-C cable for video, data and PD charging.

Key Features

• USB-C KVM switch allows two laptops to share an external display and USB devices
• Integrated USB-C docking station with a single USB-C cable for video, data and PD charging
• DisplayPort and HDMI output ports for connecting to a TV or monitor
• 3-port USB 2.0 hub for a mouse, keyboard, printer and more
• 3.5mm audio jack for headphones or speakers
• Two PD charging ports allow both laptops to charge simultaneously
• HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4 compliant, supporting video resolution up to 8K
• Backward compatible with HDMI 2.0 and HDMI 1.4
• Toggle button on the KVM switch for easy switching
• Self-powered via the connected laptop, no external power required
• Plug and play and hot swappable
• Durable aluminium alloy casing that also efficiently dissipates heat
• LED light indicates 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 charging 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 50°C
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 13 x 6.3 x 1.6mm
• Weight: 109g
• Operating system support: Windows, MacOS, Chrome OS

What's in the Box

• 1x USB-C KVM Switch
• 2x USB-C to USB-C Cables

System Requirements

• Laptop or mobile device with a full functional USB-C port that supports DP Alt Mode (DisplayPort Alternate Mode)
• Laptop with Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 port

Important Notes

• Before purchasing, 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 and have no video output function
• USB-C ports on desktop PCs are not supported
• Self-powered via the connected laptop, no external power required
• The DP and HDMI ports cannot be used simultaneously
• The two USB-C PD ports are always enabled, for charging both laptops simultaneously
• For 8K resolution support, a Thunderbolt 4 port is required on the laptop, with a maximum length of 2M DP 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 cable