Hardware solutions that won’t break the bank?

[ParanoidPenguin333]

As cliché as this sounds, long time listener (well reader), first time caller (umm…poster)

I’ve stopped playing WoW for close to two year now, but am thinking about getting back into it again, but this time around, as a Multiboxer.

I had been weighting out the pros and cons of software vs. hardware solutions for some time now. I am leaning on the hardware route because of rumors (be it true or unfounded), of possible leaks into getting hacked. In addition to avoiding any possible issue of violating terms of service, hardware just seems like the way to go.

It seems Vetra multicaster/switchcaster is the hardware of choice, but is there a cheaper solution? (outside of duct tape and a lot of old keyboards). I’ve read several times of people using late model keyboard and mouse that used receivers, and by syncing them together, they were able to “broadcast” this signal to multipliable computers at the same time. However no one ever post which company or model works. I’ve tried this using the Logitech unifying receiver and I know this doesn’t work.

Additionally, are there any “mainstream” companies that make KVM switches that perform the operations of “broadcasting” (multiple signals to multiple computers at the same time)? Or perhaps name of the type of devices I should be searching for on newegg or tigerdirect?

[Owltoid]

You may want to search the forum two years ago. The vast majority use software broadcasting these days (for good reason).

[Ughmahedhurtz]

First off, use searches with "site:dual-boxing.com <searchterm1> <etc.>" This works with google and yahoo and bing, so whichever.

Two places to start:

Hardware boxing with wireless stuff.

Hardware boxing in general.

[ParanoidPenguin333]

Thanks for the feedback, was able to get alot of help with that search trick.

Anyone have any views on PS/2 vs. USB Vetra?

It seems a great many claims PS/2 is more stable and reliable, is that just the old saying "if it ain't broke, don't fix it"? or is USB really a close second?

[Scelesti]

I believe there's even hardware boxers that use software...

Imo, only use multiple computers if your main computer can't support that many clients.

[EaTCarbS]

Hardware solutions that won't break the bank?

Software. The primary reason multiboxing is where it is now.

[ParanoidPenguin333]

I'm not a fan of software because of that grey area that exist with the TOS about it. Additionally I dislike the idea of using software that isn't fully vetted (I never even used add-ons, mods or vent during the time of me playing). If however there is a professional grade type of software (like some sort of network or surveillance ones that I hear a handful of people use), I might consider that.

[Sajuuk]

I'm not a fan of software because of that grey area that exist with the TOS about it. Additionally I dislike the idea of using software that isn't fully vetted (I never even used add-ons, mods or vent during the time of me playing). If however there is a professional grade type of software (like some sort of network or surveillance ones that I hear a handful of people use), I might consider that.

Okay, you don't want "grey area", nor have you used addons, yet you want to multibox? What are you worried about, sensitive data being stolen? If you're so worried about the data, DON'T USE THAT COMPUTER FOR NON-SECURE STUFF. The fact you want to multibox (a grey area with players, it's tolerated by blizzard) is hilarious. Get your priorities straight, then use your head.

You don't want to use software because of a 'gray area' - use the grey matter between your ears and then MAKE A DECISION AS TO WHETHER OR NOT IT IS OKAY. Follow the general rule: one action = one keypress per character.


Think it out some more. Software is the most economical way to do it.

[Ishar]

Eh. I'm a hardware boxer that uses software. (keyclone). Cause of some additional functionality...which I haven't been taking advantages of. (lazy me). If I take the plunge to 10boxing though, it will come in handy. /shrug. I like the fact that I have a vetra to fall back on, though. its a nice feeling =p. If i switched games, wouldn't have to wait for someone to make software that works wtih whatever....

If I didn't already have 1k or so sunk into vetra's...i might reconsider. That said, theres no cheap way to do 'hardware'. beyond perhaps a wireless kb and syncing 5 recievers to it, lol.

[Ualaa]

Take a look at the software forum, to get an idea of what is available.

IS Boxer is the top option around, imo.
And HKN is the top free option, and is a strong option too.

Keyclone is a one-time fee for a lifetime license, it has great key broadcasting and can round-robin but doesn't have a lot of features compared to other options.
GCP and PB are other subscription software options, but you'd need to google to find more information on either.
Different options to take a peak at, but neither is close to IS Boxer.

Similarly you can go with Auto Hot Key or Octopus as other free options.