Re: ADB Switchbox requirements

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

"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.

Bill @ GarberStreet Enterprizez };-)
Web Site - http://garberstreet.netfirms.com
Email - willy46pa@comcast.net



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