StarTech.com 2 Port VGA Auto Switch - VGA auto Switcher - VGA auto Switch - 2 Port VGA Switch
Bottom line: The StarTech.com 2 Port VGA Auto Switch is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the display & crt accessories category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
The ST122VGAU VGA Auto Switcher lets you share a display between two computers and prioritize your VGA signals. The VGA switch features a primary and secondary VGA input port, and automatically outputs the signal from the primary input. When the signal feed connected to the primary input port is cut, the switcher automatically defaults to the video signal on the secondary VGA input port. Designed for maximum control and versatility, the VGA Auto switcher also offers manual control of connected signals with easy-to-use front panel buttons that allow you to toggle between video sources.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored StarTech.com 2 Port VGA Auto Switch using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the display & crt accessories category. StarTech.com's display & crt accessories lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for display & crt accessories of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Auto-sensing technology detects the loss of a signal and automatically switches to the secondary source preventing loss of display
Full Specifications
| Brand | StarTech.com |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Cable Type | VGA |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Model Number | ST122VGAU |
| Compatibility | Switch |
| Connector Type | VGA |
| Mfr Part Number | ST122VGAU |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 2 |
| Compatible Devices | Monitor, Personal Computer |
| Connector Type Used on Cable | VGA |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030837378 |
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StarTech.com 2 Port VGA Auto Switch - VGA auto Switcher - VGA auto Switch - 2 Port VGA Switch is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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