The KVM switch, which is not often found in monitors, is also available – you can connect a keyboard and mouse (or a drive) to the monitor via USB, so that they can be used with two video sources, for example, with a PC and a laptop, or with a PC and a tablet. USB outputs support fast charge mode (BC 1.2). There is a built-in USB hub (3.0) for two ports. There is a switchable function of automatic signal search at the inputs. Input selection is made in the main setup menu or the quick access menu (if configured). The Gigabyte M27Q X monitor has three full-sized digital inputs – DisplayPort and a pair of HDMI – complemented by a USB-C input. If necessary, the stand can be detached, and the screen unit can be mounted on a VESA-compatible bracket (100 x 100 mm). The stand on the screen block is fastened with latches in one movement, and it is also detached simply by holding the latch slider. The top hinge allows the screen unit to tilt slightly forward from a vertical position and tilt back more.

As a result, with a slight movement of the hand, the screen can be set to the desired height. The stand has a fixed height, but a spring-supported mechanism with a steel rail ball bearing ensures vertical movement of the hinge onto which the screen assembly is mounted. Rubber pads on the bottom of the support planes of the stand base protect the table surface from scratches and prevent the monitor from sliding on smooth surfaces.

The legs of the stand base deviate widely to the sides, which provides good stability to the monitor, while the edge of the stand can be placed above the horizontal surface of the base. The supporting elements of the stand are made of thick stamped steel and aluminum alloy. From below, air passes through holes in the bar with connectors. There is a mesh at the back at the top through which the hot air escapes. Outgoing cables can be routed through a cutout at the bottom of the stand. The steel plate on which the connectors are located has a black matte finish. The power connector, interface connectors, and a Kensington lock connector are located in an open niche at the back and are oriented downwards. On the front bar downstairs and closer to the right edge is a diffuser for the status indicator. On the rear panel, close to the edge under the right hand, there is a KVM switch and a convenient 5-way joystick (four-way deflection and pressing). In the center of the front bar is the manufacturer’s logo, unpretentiously made in light gray paint.

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