Howdy rschmitt!
Raritan, a manufacturer of KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switches,
specifically supports Linux systems.
http://www.raritan.com/public/catalog/products/Product_Briefing_Page.aspx?pid=77
"CompuSwitch is built with Raritan's unique, intelligent emulation
technology, which dedicates an individual processor to each connected
computer so that each server always sees its own keyboard and mouse.
This prevents keyboard and mouse lockups and ensures flawless bootup
and operation of any mix of servers running any operating system."
...
"Any mix of servers running - Windows NT, Windows 2000, Novell 4.x,
UNIX, Linux, or OpenVMS"
This Washtenaw Linux Users Group posting by Mark Honomichl indicates
that Linksys KVM switches work with Linux systems as well.
http://lugwash.washtenaw.cc.mi.us/linux-users/200110/0259.html
"I use a linksys proconnect 4 port KVM. I run 98, a
2000/Linux dual boot laptop docking station, a linux
server and an ultra 1 off of it. I have had no
problems with the mice or displays of any of them."
You can find Linksys at this web address:
http://www.linksys.com
TRENDnet is another maker of KVM switches that supports Linux.
http://www.trendnet.com/products/TK-200.htm
"TRENDnet's TK-200 2-Port KVM Switch Kit lets you manage two PC's with
just one keyboard, monitor and mouse."
...
"Support DOS, Windows 3.x/95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP, Netware, Unix, Linux,
and more"
As KVM switches are primarily hardware, and not software/OS based,
most should work with Linux.
If you need any clarification, feel free to ask.
Search Strategy:
Personal professional experience with Linux along with the below
search to find some of the more current makers.
Google search on keywords: kvm switches linux
://www.google.com/search?q=kvm+switches+linux
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