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Rectangular desktop KVM switch, matte black finish, front push buttons and LED indicators, rear DisplayPort, USB and audio ports

STARTECH

STARTECH SV231DPUA 2 Port USB DisplayPort KVM Switch with Audio

SKU CH-AFSS-X8KR8 MPN SV231DPUA

Control two computers from one DisplayPort monitor, keyboard, mouse and audio set with push-button or hot-key switching at up to 3840 x 2400 resolution

  • PC connections2–20 pin DisplayPort Female 2 - USB B Female 4–3.5 mm Audio
  • Console ports1–20 pin DisplayPort Female 2–3.5 mm Audio Female 4 - USB A
  • Computer ports1 Display DP
  • Monitor ports1 Port
  • Supported video resolution2560 × 1600 @ 60 Hz
  • Switching methodPush Buttons/Hot Keys
  • Control two computers from one DisplayPort console
  • Supports up to 3840 x 2400 video resolution
  • Six USB ports for keyboard, mouse and peripherals
  • Push-button and hot-key switching with LED status
  • Desktop form factor with universal power adapter

Two-Computer Desktop Switch

The StarTech.com SV231DPUA is a desktop KVM switch that lets one user control two computers from a single DisplayPort monitor, USB keyboard and mouse, and stereo audio peripherals. It presents three DisplayPort female ports, six USB ports and four 3.5 mm audio jacks for a complete workstation consolidation.

Stable 60 Hz Output Under Continuous Use

The unit maintains a maximum video resolution of 3840 x 2400 while the guaranteed operating mode is 2560 x 1600 at 60 Hz, so sustained desktop workloads stay flicker-free without thermal throttling. Front-panel push buttons and configurable hot-key sequences switch the active PC instantly, and green and red LEDs confirm the selected port at a glance.

DisplayPort 1.2 Bandwidth Ceiling

The 3840 x 2400 ceiling reflects the practical bandwidth limit of the DisplayPort interface used, so higher refresh rates or deeper colour depths at that resolution are not supported. Audio and USB 2.0 peripheral sharing share the same switch fabric, meaning all connected devices follow the same two-computer limit.

How it compares

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Price $195.99
Pricier than about 79% of the 4,010 comparable items (median $105.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameSV231DPUA
Product typeUSB
Display
Supported video resolution2560 × 1600 @ 60 Hz
Ports & slots
PC connections2–20 pin DisplayPort Female
2 - USB B Female
4–3.5 mm Audio Female
Console ports1–20 pin DisplayPort Female
2–3.5 mm Audio Female
4 - USB A Female
Computer ports1 Display DP
Monitor ports1 Port
Size & build
Shipping weight1.10 kg
Package size259 × 191 × 107 mm
Environment & compliance
Humidity range0–80% RH
More details
Switching methodPush Buttons/Hot Keys
Status lights2 - Green - Online indicator (One LED per port)
2 - Red - Select indicator (One LED per port)

Questions about this item

Does the SV231DPUA generate noticeable heat or noise when left on 24/7?

The desktop unit has no fan listed and draws power from a 100 V AC - 240 V AC adapter, so it runs silently with minimal warmth in a 0 - 80% RH environment.

What cables must I already own to connect two computers and one DisplayPort monitor?

You need two DisplayPort cables for the PC inputs, one DisplayPort cable for the monitor output, two USB B-to-A cables for keyboard and mouse, and 3.5 mm audio cables if you want sound switching.

Will my older 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz monitor work at its native resolution through this KVM?

Yes, the switch supports 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz directly and can pass signals up to 3840 x 2400, so the older display runs at full resolution without scaling.

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