How to share a docking station between two computers with the Plugable Sharing Switch

With the Plugable Sharing Switch (USB3-SWITCH2), you can share a single USB 3.0 device or an entire USB 3.0 docking station between two computers. Even switch between a laptop and desktop computer. In this video, you'll learn how to extend the potential of this one-touch wonder by pairing it with a DisplayLink-based docking station.

[buzzsubash]

Glad that I landed on this video, this is what I was looking for. Thank you, Ordering one now.

[Golfexpertbelieveme]

This video was extremely helpful in getting me started in the right direction. I found the below device that works as easy as plugging it in to each computer. I have a work HP and a personal HP. You do still need to have a docking station and I cant say that it will work for everyone and the docking station that you have but I didn't even look to see if the one I have will work with it and it did. Best $16 ever.

USB 3.0 Switch Selector, iDsonix USB Switcher 1 in 2 Out(2 in 1 Out) Bi-Directional, USB Switch 2 Computers Share 1 Device for Printer, Scanner, Keyboard, USB Sharing Switch with 2pcs A to A 3.3ft Cables

[filmusikat]

This would be perfect but I am not able to install drivers on my work laptop without their permission and they would not allow it even if I asked.

[JasonTaylor-poxc]

Would be great if something like this existed for Thunderbolt 3 or 4.

[AlanPauza]

Awesome - I've been looking for one of these simple switches for way too long!

[sarahszuminski]

Dreams do come true; this is amazing! Thank you!

[asa]

This looks like a great piece of kit. Are there any plans to release a Thunderbolt/USB-C version compatible with PD and DP Alt Mode?

[luigiramirez]

God Bless you sure, I'm not even going to try to explain my setup but this is perfect. Also you guys should make a switch with 3 ports :)

[dylanortiz]

This seems like a great trick. My only concern, however, is that if I use this with a gaming pc, connecting to the share switch through a usb port will not allow video output to run through a dedicated graphics card. In a perfect world, the share switch could allow the source (pc, laptop, gaming console, etc) to hook up to the share switch via hdmi/display port (outputs allowed via video card) and then run through a centralized docking station that can adequately display to multiple monitors while also supporting connectivity to all our peripherals (keyboard, mouse, webcam, etc). I do not suppose a share switch that supports hdmi inputs from sources has been created, has it?

[raincoat]

This is the exact solution i was looking for! Thank you!!!

[courtneymackey]

The instructions say to only use the cables provided, but could an adapter to USB-work? My new MacBook Pro doesn't have a regular USB(A) port.

[ErikssonChak]

I love this solution and this brings back life to my spare sharing switch. The problem is that when I plug in the dongle of my Microsoft mouse, the mouse movement is no that sensitive and is lagging. Anyway to sort that out? Thanks!

[enndeejay]

This is the perfect solution for me in terms of hardware. Unfortunately, I am unable to download external software on my work computer. Is there a way to use the hardware without the software? Thank you!

[larryps]

this is perfect for what I need. Thanks

[meteora]

Can you share a different brand docking station or does it need to be a Pluggable one? I have an HP docking station.

[amospan]

Hey fantastic walkthrough on the docking station between two computers! Just wondering, what model table is that?

It looks very professional and well built =)

[Joelsmediahere]

Will using this method utilize my graphics card on my main PC?

[WiseEyes]

As a tech noob, the diagrams was all I needed to understand what was going on so thank you!! Only problem is these r out of stock on amazon. Also I can’t download the thing you said as I have restrictions on my work laptop. Are there any ways around this?

[Tugennov]

In the future, I hope you come out with a Thunderbolt 4 version of this dock.

[gauthammenon]

Hi, Which model is your HP monitor? Also, very informative thank you.