The compact ATEN US224 USB switch lets 2 computers share 4 USB devices—a keyboard, mouse, and two additional peripherals—through a single elegant all-in-one solution. It offers USB 2.0, easy switching via an external remote button, LED indication of the active computer, overvoltage protection, hot‑swap, and bus-powered operation with an optional power adapter. Ideal for multimedia offices to save space and costs.
The ATEN US224 is a practical 2‑port USB 2.0 switch for sharing up to four USB peripherals between two computers. Thanks to integrated cables, it keeps your desk tidy and removes the need for duplicate devices. Switching is instant and convenient using the external remote switch, which you can place wherever it suits you best.
The device supports multiple platforms (Windows, Linux, macOS, Sun), so it fits seamlessly into mixed environments. LED indicators clearly show which computer currently has access to the peripherals, integrated overvoltage protection safeguards your equipment, and hot‑swap support lets you safely connect peripherals while running.
- All‑in‑one design with 4 built‑in USB ports—for clean, organized wiring.
- Share 4 USB devices between 2 computers—keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals.
- Remote switching button for quick selection of the active computer.
- USB 2.0 compatibility for reliable data transfer.
- Multi‑platform support: Windows, Linux, macOS, Sun.
- LED indication of the active port and overvoltage protection.
- No external power required with optional USB power adapter.
- Hot‑swap—connect while running without reboot.
Specifications
- Device type
- USB switch for sharing peripherals
- Model
- ATEN US224
- Number of shared USB ports
- 4x USB
- Number of computers
- 2
- Interface
- USB 2.0 (backward compatible)
- Switching
- External remote button
- Indication
- LED indicators for active computer
- Supported OS
- Windows, Linux, macOS, Sun
- Protections
- Overvoltage protection
- Power
- Not required (optional USB power adapter)
- Features
- Hot‑swap (connect while running)
- Construction
- All‑in‑one with integrated cables