Cool Toys for a SysAdmin: Wireless VGA Adapter

When planning out an event, conference, or general meetings, there is more often than not a hassle of running cables.  That is of-course until wireless gets involved.  Once such recent purchase that I'd like to share is a product by IOGear that uses proprietary USB wireless to connect standard VGA devices.  This device is simple and easy to install and use.  Machines only need to have the drivers installed and then it's just a matter of plugging in the USB Wireless adapter to the PC and the receiver to the Monitor, Projector, or TV.

An excerpt from Iogear.com (http://www.iogear.com/product/GUW2015VKIT/)

"The IOGEAR Wireless USB to VGA Adapter kit instantly allows you to add a high resolution display using Wireless USB Technology. Simply install the driver software, connect the USB adapter to your PC and the VGA adapter to your VGA display, you are ready to extend your desktop to another screen wirelessly.

The kit is ideal for wirelessly displaying the PC content on a remote monitor and minimizing the hassles associated with the installation of PC and flat-panel TV or projector. Enjoy video playing from your PC or browse Internet on your favorite flat-screen TV without the cable limitation.

This product does NOT connect with any other wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cordless phones nor wireless control systems. The product is currently only available in the US market due to the Wireless regulations."

Overall, I would say that this product so far  is a 4 out of 5.  Why not a 5 out of 5 you ask? Well, the range is only about 30-40 feet but it doesn't interefere with your wireless networking.  For those of you Mac lovers out there, sorry this is a PC Only product.  Other than that, all-in-all it's a "Cool Toy" that any SysAdmin should keep handy.  It's quick to install, easy to use, high-res, with a variety of display options.