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1. aaronbrethorst · 1791128866 · focus · HN ↗

   The solution I settled on was swapping between my personal and work laptops with a thunderbolt cable that connects to a dock. The dock is connected to my keyboard, trackpad, webcam, and monitor. It’s been working like a champ for the past 3+ years.

   1. radley · 1791145870 · focus · HN ↗

      I've been using TB5-compatible magnetic USB adapters to switch between TB5 Macs. The keyboard, mouse, & hub all plug into my monitor.

      I used the Sabrent TB4 KVM for a while. I had to give it up and use the magnetic USB hack when my new gear outpaced the KVP switch (i.e. TB5 == 5K HDR @ 120Hz).

      If anyone here does try magnetic adapters, I highly recommend the 90° flat connectors, since they're far less prone to disconnect when you move the monitor.

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