How to make direct slot swapping usable with the ShuOne 8 port KM Synchronizer

[nodoze]

I think we need to talk about this in at least 3 levels of functionality - GOOD is where macro's and added functionality work as intended, OK is where device functions, but only with default keybinds, BAD is where key pieces of the device do not function at all - the device is unusable.

Testing the ShuOne 8 port Synchronouse KM switch & Razer Basilisk v2 mouse - its OK. All mouse buttons function at default settings, but cannot program any macros or change keybinds. (I haven't tested, but I could probably change keybinds at the OS level)

Testing the ShuOne 8 port Synchronouse KM switch & Razer Tartarus Pro - its BAD. None of the main 1-20 keys register at all. Only the scroll wheel and d-pad function with default keybinds. The device is basically unusable

My brain was kinda hurting this morning trying to keep things straight so I started drafting a summary thread but then had to KVM to my stupid locked down work VPN machine until I finished my work day...

Just came back and saw your post so I went and edited the ratings in my draft before posting to accommodate.

Please post testing results (or adjustments to the ratings) to the end of this thread so we can track them easier...

[bloodshot]

@krumbl Can you please confirm the following with your ShuOne test as we have conflicting information :

1. What Razer Naga Trinity model are you using exactly?
2. What side buttons are you using? Razer lets you replace them.
3. Do macros work?
4. Do side buttons work?

Thanks!

[krumbl]

@krumbl Can you please confirm the following with your ShuOne test as we have conflicting information :

1. What Razer Naga Trinity model are you using exactly?
2. What side buttons are you using? Razer lets you replace them.
3. Do macros work?
4. Do side buttons work?

Thanks!

I didn't realize there were different models.

1. This is the one I have https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0788MCRGC
2. I'm using the 12 key pad on the side. It was also working with the ring of buttons. I assume they all function.
3. This is maybe where I have a different version, I only have the ability to do key mappings I don't see how to record macros.
4. Yes for example what I am doing is mapping side button 3 to shift+B in Synapse which in game is assigned to interact for all machines

[nodoze]

I didn't realize there were different models.

1. This is the one I have https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0788MCRGC
2. I'm using the 12 key pad on the side. It was also working with the ring of buttons. I assume they all function.
3. This is maybe where I have a different version, I only have the ability to do key mappings I don't see how to record macros.
4. Yes for example what I am doing is mapping side button 3 to shift+B in Synapse which in game is assigned to interact for all machines

Your testing differences could also be due to different Synapse software versions (or firmware on the device). You may also want to post/share what synapse software version you are using and what firmware levels you are at on the device (if the software shows you that).

[Ellay]

Just as an update, I'm still using this guide and was able to reduce the amount of keyboards I need to just one now.
So I'm a 1 keyboard, 2 mouse setup now. Even cleaner!

[briarknit]

@Wootenblatz I know you are using the kvm synchronizer but what actual PC hardware are you using? Like what are the specs of your other 4 pcs?

[nodoze]

@Wootenblatz I know you are using the kvm synchronizer but what actual PC hardware are you using? Like what are the specs of your other 4 pcs?

From what I have seen it seems like many folk are actually doing the 4 slave PCs in Virtual Machines or MultSeat Desktops which allows a 5 box setup to be accomplished from 1 PC.

Virtual Machines (VMs) are typically done via a tool like VMware or VirtualBox.

Multiseat Desktops (MDs) are typically done via a tool like Aster and has the least overall overhead & duplication.

Wootneblatz may indeed be running 5 physical PCs and I look forward to hearing more about his configuration but wanted to make sure you were aware of other options that may be able to be achieved more cost effectively with mostly existing hardware (especially if that hardware was already supporting multiboxing).

[Wootenblatz]

@Wootenblatz I know you are using the kvm synchronizer but what actual PC hardware are you using? Like what are the specs of your other 4 pcs?

I originally answered this in discord, I think you asked this there as well (maybe it was someone else):

Slot 2 - Laptop - Asus ROG laptop with i7 9th gen, 2070, 32GB ram
Slot 3 - Laptop - MSI laptop with i7 (circa 2015) with 1060, 16GB ram
Slot 4 - PC (custom built) - i5-3340 with AMD RX580 8GB ram
Slot 5 - PC (custom built) - i5-2500 with GTX 970 8GB ram

[yeaunome]

Has anyone been able to macro the Win+1 -> Win+5 port switch binds with the razer synapse software? Trying to macro them to keys 1-5 and im not having any luck. I thought I remember seeing a post where someone was having to open their macro with an "alt' keypress prior to Windows Key down + 1 down + 1 up + Windows key Up

[Wootenblatz]

Has anyone been able to macro the Win+1 -> Win+5 port switch binds with the razer synapse software? Trying to macro them to keys 1-5 and im not having any luck. I thought I remember seeing a post where someone was having to open their macro with an "alt' keypress prior to Windows Key down + 1 down + 1 up + Windows key Up

I can't speak to the synapse part of your question but the OP covers the hot key to swap between winkey and alt. If you stick with winkey you're going to have to use PowerToys or regedit to disable the default windows behavior for those key strokes.

If you're willing to give up using ALT+1-5 for key binds in game, ALT is an easier hotkey to work with as compared to winkey.