If using DisplayPort or HDMI, opt for KVM switches that support the latest versions and have good reviews for compatibility. Artifacts and video distortion when using a KVM switch are often caused by signal integrity issues, improper EDID handling, or hardware. A KVM switch is a convenient tool that allows users to control multiple computers from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse setup. However, while these devices can streamline workflows and reduce desk clutter, users sometimes report video artifacts or screen distortions when using a KVM switch. This can be frustrating, especially when your setup works perfectly most of the time, but these interruptions persist. 99 in settings no clue why) and it worked! Appreciate. My monitor has a direct DP connection to my PC (for high refresh rate) and an HDMI connection to an HDMI-KVM which then leads to my PC and my consoles. The sound goes via the KVM and is extracted from the HDMI signal to go to my amp. In the morning I power on the plug again and afterwards start the computer. One of my screens (1440p@165Hz) starts to flicker badly in this case.
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