IOGEAR
IOGEAR GCS1942 2-Port 4K Dual View DisplayPort KVM switch
Share two 4096 x 2160 @60 Hz DisplayPort monitors, keyboard, mouse and USB 3.0 peripherals between two computers with push-button switching and included cables
- TypeDisplayPort, USB
- PC Connectors2 x DisplayPort (Black) 2 x USB 3.0 Type B (Blue) 2 x 3.5mm
- Console Connectors2 x DisplayPort (Black) 1 x USB Type A (Black) 1 x USB Type
- Monitor Connections2 Ports
- Video Resolution4096 x 2160 @60 Hz (4K DCI)
- PC SelectionPush Buttons
- Switch two computers with one keyboard, mouse and dual 4K monitors
- 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz delivers true Cinema 4K clarity
- Front and rear 3.5 mm jacks give instant headphone and microphone access
- Two USB 3.0 Type-A ports share peripherals at up to 5 Gbps
- Push-button and auto-scan switching from 1 to 255 seconds
Two-port 4K Dual View KVM
The IOGEAR GCS1942 is a DisplayPort KVM switch that lets one keyboard, one mouse and two monitors control two computers. It targets professionals who need true Cinema 4K resolution across dual displays while sharing USB 3.0 peripherals and analogue audio between workstations.
Sustained load behaviour
The unit operates continuously between 0 and 40 °C with humidity up to 80 % non-condensing, drawing power from an external 12 V DC adapter. LED indicators show on-line and selected status for each port, while AutoScan cycles through connected PCs at intervals from 1 to 255 seconds without interrupting video at 4096 x 2160 @60 Hz.
Installation and common issues
All required cables — four DisplayPort, two USB 3.0, two audio sets — are included in the box, so no extra purchases are needed for a typical dual-monitor setup. Firmware updates add features over time, but users must ensure both computers output 4096 x 2160 @60 Hz over DisplayPort; systems limited to lower resolutions or different video interfaces will not work.
Highlights
- Switch two computers with one keyboard, mouse and dual 4K monitors
- 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz delivers true Cinema 4K clarity
- Front and rear 3.5 mm jacks give instant headphone and microphone access
- Two USB 3.0 Type-A ports share peripherals at up to 5 Gbps
- Push-button and auto-scan switching from 1 to 255 seconds
Specifications
| Brand | IOGEAR |
|---|---|
| Model | GCS1942 |
| Type | DisplayPort, USB |
| PC Connectors | 2 x DisplayPort (Black) 2 x USB 3.0 Type B (Blue) 2 x 3.5mm Mini Stereo Jack (Green) 2 x 3.5mm Mini Stereo Jack (Pink) |
| Console Connectors | 2 x DisplayPort (Black) 1 x USB Type A (Black) 1 x USB Type A (Black) 2 x 3.5mm Mini Stereo Jack (Green; Front and Rear) 2 x 3.5mm Mini Stereo Jack (Pink; Front and Rear) |
| Monitor Connections | 2 Ports |
| Video Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @60 Hz (4K DCI) |
| PC Selection | Push Buttons |
| AutoScan Interval | 1~255 seconds (5 seconds default) |
| LED Indicators | On Line: 2 x Orange Selected: 2 x Orange Audio: 2 x Green USB Peripherals: 2 x Green |
| Temperature | 0 - 40 C |
| Humidity | 0 - 80% RH, Non-condensing |
| Power Features | DC 12V |
| Features | Maximize your high-end multi-monitor workstation with superior video resolution Share dual Cinema 4K DisplayPort monitors (4096 x 2160 @60Hz) Operate 4 DisplayPort computers with 1 keyboard, mouse, and 2 monitors Add another GCS1942 to expand up to four 4K monitors DisplayPort 1.2 compliant, HDCP compliant Allows independent switching of the KVM, USB, and audio devices Control/share USB3.0 peripherals between 4 computers; save money on duplicate devices Work on computer "A" without interrupting USB peripheral connectivity on computer "B" SuperSpeed 5Gbps transfer rate MST (Multi-Stre |
| Dimensions | 13.19" x 6.13" x 2.13" |
| Weight | 3.50 lbs. |
| Package Contents | 1 x 2-Port 4K Dual View DisplayPort KVMP Switch with USB 3.0 Hub and Audio 4 x DisplayPort Cables 2 x USB 3.0 Cables 2 x Audio Cable Set 1 x Power Adapter 1 x Manual |
| Shipping weight | 3.33 kg |
| Package size | 546 × 241 × 122 mm |
Questions about this item
How much heat does the GCS1942 produce when left on continuously?
The switch is rated for 0 to 40 °C ambient temperature and draws 12 V DC power; it has no fan, so it runs silently and adds minimal heat to a closed rack.
Which cables and peripherals must I already have to use both DisplayPort monitors and USB 3.0 devices?
All four DisplayPort cables, two USB 3.0 cables and two audio cable sets are included; you only need two DisplayPort sources, a keyboard, a mouse and up to two USB 3.0 peripherals.
Will the GCS1942 pass 7.1 surround sound from an older PC that only has 3.5 mm analogue jacks?
Yes — each computer connects via its green and pink 3.5 mm jacks, and the console side provides front and rear 3.5 mm ports for speakers and microphone, preserving 7.1 audio.
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