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StarTech.com 2-Port 4K 60Hz HDMI KVM Switch with USB-C & HDMI Host Connections

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Compact 2-port hybrid KVM switch allowing seamless switching between a USB-C laptop and an HDMI/USB-A desktop computer using a single 4K 60Hz HDMI display, keyboard, mouse, and peripheral set.

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OVERVIEW

  • The StarTech.com SV221HUC4K is a 2-port 4K 60Hz hybrid HDMI KVM switch that allows users to toggle between a USB-C mobile computer and an HDMI/USB-A desktop workstation using a single monitor, keyboard, and mouse console. It offers universal OS compatibility across Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS, operating without required software installations. Compared to traditional dual-HDMI KVM switches like the SV231HDMIUAHR or basic USB-C dongles, the SV221HUC4K eliminates the need for extra video adapters on the host side by integrating direct USB-C DP Alt Mode video and data lines. This space-saving desktop KVM provides hotkey switching, integrated USB 3.0 peripheral sharing, and flexible power options ideal for IT admin desks and hybrid office setups.

USE CASES

  • Hybrid Office Workstations: Toggle effortlessly between a corporate USB-C laptop and a permanent desktop workstation using one monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
  • IT Administration & Maintenance Desks: Connect technician laptops directly via USB-C while managing a dedicated desktop server or network test bench over HDMI.
  • Financial & Data Analysis Desks: Run complex financial modeling tools on a high-power desktop PC while keeping a secure corporate laptop connected on the same 4K display.
  • Software Engineering & Cross-Platform Testing: Switch between macOS (USB-C) and Windows/Linux (HDMI/USB) host hardware to evaluate code environments seamlessly.
  • Creative Media Editing Suites: Control a primary rendering workstation and a secondary media ingest laptop using a high-resolution 4K 60Hz color-calibrated display.
  • Secure Government & Enterprise Workspaces: Maintain strict physical separation between two distinct networks or systems while utilizing a single peripheral console.

KEY FEATURES

  • Hybrid USB-C & HDMI Input Architecture - Streamlined Connectivity: Connects one USB-C laptop and one HDMI/USB-A desktop to a single console, eliminating the cost and mess of extra dock adapters.
  • 4K 60Hz Ultra HD HDMI Video Output - Uncompromised Visual Clarity: Delivers true 3840x2160 resolution at 60Hz, providing smooth, high-density visuals required for CAD rendering, financial dashboards, and video editing.
  • Integrated 2-Port USB 3.0 (5Gbps) Hub - High-Speed Peripheral Sharing: Shares high-speed USB storage drives, webcams, and flash devices between connected host PCs at 5Gbps transfer rates.
  • Hotkey & Push-Button Switching Modes - Instant Host Toggling: Offers convenient keyboard hotkeys and front-panel push buttons for quick switching between systems without interrupting active workflows.
  • 3.5mm Stereo Audio Pass-Through - Centralized Audio Management: Channels independent analog audio input/output, enabling shared speakers and headsets across both connected systems.
  • Bus-Powered with Optional AC Adapter - Flexible Deployment: Operates via USB bus power for minimal cabling setups, with an optional power supply input to handle high-power USB peripherals.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: StarTech.com
  • Model SKU: SV221HUC4K
  • KVM Console Ports: 1 x HDMI 2.0 (Female), 2 x USB 2.0 (HID Keyboard/Mouse), 2 x 3.5mm Audio Jacks
  • Host PC Ports (PC 1 - USB-C): 1 x USB Type-C (24-pin, DP Alt Mode, USB 3.2 Gen 1)
  • Host PC Ports (PC 2 - HDMI/USB): 1 x HDMI 2.0 (Female), 1 x USB Type-B (4-pin, USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1 x 3.5mm Audio
  • Peripheral Sharing Hub: 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5Gbps, External Ports)
  • Maximum Resolution: 4K 60Hz (3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz), 2560x1440, 1080p
  • Switching Selection Methods: Keyboard Hotkeys, Front-Panel Push Button
  • Ultra-Short System Compatibility: Windows 10/11, macOS 10.14+, Linux, ChromeOS; driverless operation
  • Power Supply / Input: USB Bus-Powered or Optional 5V DC External Adapter (Included depending on revision)
  • Enclosure & Build: Compact Steel Housing; Black

Why Choose This Product?

  • Simplifies Hybrid Workstation Setups: Connects corporate USB-C laptops alongside legacy HDMI/USB-A desktop PCs without requiring conversion docks.
  • Saves Valuable Desk Real Estate: Replaces two monitors, two keyboards, and two mice with a single centralized console setup.
  • High-Speed USB 3.0 Data Transfer: Allows seamless sharing of external backup drives and USB peripherals between separate hosts at 5Gbps speeds.
  • True 4K 60Hz Refresh Rate: Avoids the eye strain and mouse latency associated with lower-grade 30Hz KVM switches.
  • OS-Agnostic & Driverless: Installs instantly on Windows, Mac, Linux, or Chromebook platforms without needing administrative setup software.
  • Rugged Steel Construction: Housed in a durable metal chassis engineered for daily operation in demanding IT and administrative environments.

CUSTOMER REVIEW

"We bought the StarTech.com SV221HUC4K 2-Port 4K 60Hz HDMI KVM Switch for a desk where we regularly switch between a work laptop and desktop PC. Having both USB-C and HDMI host connections meant we could share the same 4K monitor, keyboard and mouse without adding another display. The front button makes switching between the two systems quick when moving between tasks."

Vinny P

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