UGREEN KVM Switch HDMI 2 In 1 Out 4K Switch Box – CM200

The UGREEN KVM switch HDMI (model CM200, part no. 50744) is a two-port KVM — Keyboard, Video, Mouse — switch box that allows a single monitor, keyboard, and mouse to control two separate computers. It provides two HDMI inputs and one HDMI output for the display, together with a four-port USB hub for peripheral sharing. Consequently, it suits home office users, developers, IT professionals, and anyone who regularly operates two computers from one desk without wanting to maintain duplicate sets of peripherals.

A KVM switch differs fundamentally from a simple HDMI switcher. Whereas an HDMI switcher handles video only, a KVM switch additionally routes USB input devices — keyboard and mouse — between the connected computers. Therefore, switching the active machine on the CM200 transfers both the display output and the full control of the keyboard and mouse simultaneously. This means the user operates the inactive computer as if it were completely disconnected from the peripherals, without any reconfiguration between sessions.

Switching, USB Hub, and Power

The CM200 switches between computers using either the physical button on the unit or a keyboard hotkey sequence. A built-in buzzer provides an audible confirmation tone each time switching occurs. Additionally, the tone can be silenced via hotkey for quieter working environments. For keyboard hotkey switching to function, the keyboard must be connected to the USB 1.1 Type-A ports specifically. The two USB 2.0 Type-A ports support additional peripherals such as USB drives, printers, or headsets at up to 480Mbps transfer speed.

The CM200 is bus-powered and requires no external power supply under normal operating conditions. However, a micro-USB power input is available should the connected computers provide insufficient bus power through the HDMI ports. Furthermore, the compact ABS housing measures 134×66×26mm, making it suitable for placement on a desk or in a cable management tray without occupying significant workspace.

OS compatibility: Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / XP / Vista (32 and 64-bit), macOS, Linux, Sun Solaris, DOS, WinNT, Netware, and Unix.

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Use Cases and Applications

Home Office Dual-Computer Workstation

Many home office users operate a personal laptop alongside a work desktop, or a Windows PC alongside a Mac, from the same desk. The CM200 connects both computers to a single monitor, keyboard, and mouse, consequently removing the need for a second display or a second input device set. Switching between the two machines takes one button press, and the active computer gains immediate control of all connected peripherals. Moreover, the two additional USB 2.0 ports allow a shared USB drive or printer to remain connected to the switch, accessible from whichever computer is currently active.

Development and Testing Environments

Software developers and IT professionals frequently work across two machines simultaneously — for instance, a primary development workstation and a secondary test server or build machine. The UGREEN KVM switch HDMI allows both machines to share a single high-resolution monitor and input devices, therefore reducing the physical footprint of the workstation and eliminating the need to physically move between machines. The keyboard hotkey switching function additionally allows the developer to toggle between systems without moving a hand from the keyboard.

Shared Workspaces and Hot-Desking

In shared office environments where two employees use the same desk at different times — or where a single workstation connects to both a fixed desktop and a visiting laptop — the CM200 provides a structured peripheral-sharing solution. Rather than unplugging and replugging cables for each user, the desk’s monitor and input devices remain permanently connected to the switch. Each user connects their computer’s HDMI and USB cables to their assigned input port, and the active machine is selected via the front button. Furthermore, the broad OS compatibility ensures that machines running different operating systems work reliably from the same switch.