Belkin Flip

Overview:

One laptop. One desktop. One big monitor.

Laptops offer a great way to work - and play - almost anywhere. But sometimes you just don’t feel like sitting in front of a tiny display and cramped keyboard.

Thanks to Flip, you can now use your big monitor and full-sized keyboard for both your laptop and desktop computer.

Click. Flip.

It’s simple. Just place the remote anywhere on your desk and press to flip your monitor from one computer to the next.

Something old. Something new.

Flip is also great for connecting your old and new desktop computers, giving you instant access to files, programs, and games on both computers.

Benefits:

• Shares one monitor, keyboard, and mouse between computers
• Shares one set of speakers between computers*
• Connects instantly to notebook computers
• Supports PC and Mac® notebook and desktop computers**
• Features a 2-color LED that indicates which computer Flip is accessing
• Includes 2 cables to connect computers
• Installs in 3 easy steps with no software required
• Also available with wireless remote
• Comes with a Belkin 2-Year Warranty

*Available for models F1DG102P, F1DG102U, F1DG102W, and F1DG102D
**Mac computers supported by F1DG102U, F1DG102W and F1DG102D
KVM design is patented under US Patent #7,318,750

Technical Specifications:

Flip Specifications
Product Name
	Flip, PS/2	Flip, PS/2 with Audio	Flip, USB with Audio	Flip, Wireless	Flip DVI-D
Model No.	F1DF102P	F1DG102P	F1DG102U	F1DG102W	F1DG102D
No. of Computers Supported	2	2	2	2	2
Monitors Supported	VGA and DVI-I (with VGA adapter)	VGA and DVI-I (with VGA adapter)	VGA and DVI-I (with VGA adapter)	VGA and DVI-I (with VGA adapter)	DVI-D
Max. Resolution Support	Up to 2048x1536@65Hz	Up to 2048x1536@65Hz	Up to 2048x1536@65Hz	Up to 2048x1536@65Hz	Up to 2560x1700 (dual-link) Up to 1920x1200 (single-link)
Monitor Connection	VGA	VGA	VGA	VGA	DVI-D
Keyboard Input	PS/2	PS/2	USB Type A	USB Type A	USB Type A
Mouse Input	PS/2	PS/2	USB Type A	USB Type A	USB Type A
Stereo Audio Input	-	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
System Requirements	Windows® 2000, XP, 2003, and Vista™ Linux	Windows® 2000, XP, 2003, and Vista™ Linux	Windows® 2000, XP, 2003, and Vista™ Mac OS® X v10.3 or higher Linux	Windows® 2000, XP, 2003, and Vista™ Mac OS® X v10.3 or higher Linux	Windows® 2000, XP, 2003, and Vista™ Mac OS® X v10.3 or higher Linux
Remote-Cable Length	6 ft. (1.8m)	6 ft. (1.8m)	6 ft. (1.8m)	N/A	6 ft. (1.8m)
Base-Cable Lengths	2 ft., 6 ft. (0.6m, 1.8m)	2 ft., 6 ft. (0.6m, 1.8m)	2 ft., 6 ft. (0.6m, 1.8m)	2 ft., 6 ft. (0.6m, 1.8m)	2 ft., 6 ft. (0.6m, 1.8m)
Remote Dimensions	1.5 x 0.5 in. (38 x 13mm)	1.5 x 0.5 in. (38 x 13mm)	1.5 x 0.5 in. (38 x 13mm)	2.0 x 0.5 in. (51 x 13mm)	1.5 x 0.5 in. (38 x 13mm)
Base Dimensions	4.0 x 1.0 x 3.75 in. (102 x 25 x 95mm)	4.0 x 1.0 x 3.75 in. (102 x 25 x 95mm)	4.0 x 1.0 x 3.75 in. (102 x 25 x 95mm)	4.0 x 1.0 x 3.75 in. (102 x 25 x 95mm)	4.5 x 1.0 x 3.0 in. (114 x 25 x 76mm)
Remote Weight	1 oz. (28.35g)	1 oz. (28.35g)	1 oz. (28.35g)	1 oz. (28.35g)	1 oz. (28.35g)
Base Weight	13 oz. (368.5g)	13 oz. (368.5g)	13 oz. (368.5g)	13 oz. (368.5g)	13 oz. (368.5g)
Enclosure	Plastic	Plastic	Plastic	Plastic	Plastic

Software

Add more flip options to your computers*:

• Flip Audio - listen to music on one computer while you work on the other
• Flip Video - flip computers without flipping your audio
• Hot Keys - flip computers using a sequence on your keyboard
• For computers running on Windows 2000, XP, 2003 and Vista™
• For computers running on Mac OS X v10.3 or higher

*Software may be used with Flip USB, Flip Wireless, and Flip DVI only.

FAQs:

Q: What operating systems does Flip support?

A: All Flip models support Windows® 98SE, 2000, XP, 2003; and Linux®. The Flip USB model (part number F1DG102U) also supports Mac OS® X v10.3 or higher.

Q: What type of mice does Flip support?

A: Flip will support PS/2 and USB mice from many manufacturers including Belkin, Microsoft®, Logitech®, and Kensington®.

Q: What is the maximum video resolution that Flip supports?

A: The advanced video circuit in Flip supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536@65Hz.

Q: Can I use my DVI monitor with Flip?

A: Yes, you can use a DVI-I monitor with Flip by attaching a VGA adapter to the monitor's DVI connector.

Q: Do I have to install any software to use Flip?

A: No, Flip does not require any software to be installed in your computers.

Q: Do I have to connect one notebook and one desktop computer to Flip?

A: No, Flip can also be used for two notebook computers or two desktop computers.

Q: Does Flip allow me to transfer files from one computer to another computer?

A: No, Flip allows you to share peripherals between computers (monitor, keyboard, mouse, and speakers). To share or transfer files between computers, you will need a networking switch.

Q: Does Flip require an AC adapter?

A: No, no additional power supply is required for Flip to function properly.

Q: Can I use Flip to switch video signals only?

A: Yes, you can just connect the included cables to the VGA ports on your computers and use the front-panel buttons on Flip to switch between video signals.