USB 2.0 skrivarväxel Value 14.99.5032

Manual USB 2.0 Printer Switch, 2 Ports (VALUE 14.99.5032) allows two computers to share one USB device such as a printer, scanner or digital camera. The compact, bus-powered unit supports USB 2.0 data transfer and features a push-button for manual selection between connected PCs. Two indicator LEDs show which port is active, making device selection clear and immediate.

Advantages

This USB 2.0 printer switch supports plug-and-play operation without additional drivers on most systems, offers a small footprint for easy placement near your workstation, and is powered via the USB bus so no external power adapter is required. Manual switching ensures simple, reliable control between two hosts while USB 2.0 maintains suitable transfer speeds for printers and similar peripherals.

Suitable for

• Sharing a single USB printer between two PCs
• Connecting a scanner or digital camera to two computers alternately
• Small office or home workstations with limited space

Key specifications

• Brand: VALUE
• Model / MPN: 14.99.5032
• EAN: 7611990175666
• Interface: USB 2.0
• Ports: 2 host ports for two PCs, 1 device port
• Power: Bus-powered (no external adapter)
• Switch type: Manual push-button
• Indicators: Two LEDs to show active port

How to use

Connect the device port of the switch to your USB printer (or other USB peripheral) and connect the two host ports to the two computers you want to share the device with. Power is provided via the connected USB hosts. Press the front-panel button to select which computer has access to the shared USB device; the corresponding LED will illuminate to indicate the active port. Change selection as needed; switch the active computer before sending a print or scan job to ensure the correct host has control.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, ensure connected computers are powered on and not suspended when switching. Complete any active print or scan jobs before toggling the switch. Use short, good-quality USB cables and avoid connecting high-power USB devices that may exceed bus-powered limits.