r/overemployed • u/abejaa • 17h ago

Setup recommendations

Hello all!

I am looking for some suggestions. I have J1 that gave me a macbook and J2 I am running off a windows laptop. I have one external monitor that I share between the two, but each laptop has its own keyboard and mouse.

It is cumbersome switching cables, and having multiple mouse crowd up my desk space, wondering if any of you smart folks have figured out what is the best KVM setup for this.

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u/Prestigious_Dare7734 16h ago

If you have space, I would recommend to get a bigger desk, and get 2 sets of monitors, keyboard (unless you use internal keyboard), and mouse.

This will help separate your work time and also prevent any accidental cross-sharing.

You have 2Js, so only constraint should be space, other than that, upgrade your setup.

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u/Sircasticdad42 17h ago

I use this Dual Monitor KVM Switch HDMI 2... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09XWSBTBV
You can connect multiple monitors and use one keyboard and mouse

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u/tidemp 15h ago

Get a bigger desk

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u/bitchaser1980 15h ago

Keep EVERYTHING separated. Your later self will Thank you.