Re: ADB Switchbox requirements

["Bill Garber" <willy46pa@comcast.net>]

"Bill Garber" <willy46pa@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> "Roughana" <andrew.roughan@writeme.com> wrote in message
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> > I would like to use an ADB Switchbox with my systems so that I only
> > need to have one keyboard and mouse on my desk.
> > Systems that I want to switch between are Apple IIgs, LC 630,
> > Powerbook 1400c.
> >
> > Do I need one specially wired switchbox cable or will a standard ADB
> > cable work fine?
> > Can I switch between systems while the power is on?
> > I get the impression that this is not recommended but could work.
> > What is the issue and what damage could this cause?
>
> If they all use the same connector and are wired the same, then
> it should be no problem. I hot swap my keyboard and mouse
> continuously and have had no trouble.

To elaborate a bit, you should have a dead zone in the switch
to ensure that no signals get crossed during the transition.

Bill @ GarberStreet Enterprizez };-)
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Email - willy46pa@comcast.net



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