Access All-in-One PC Remotely While Using as External Monitor

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Tech A 2024-08-13 17:42

@all Guys, I have a question, if you have a desktop computer that doesnt have monitors connected, but you connect an ALL in one PC as a second monitor, here is my questions, can you use the all in one pc remotely besides the fact that is used as external monitor at the same time? is that possible or do you know about it?

Tech B 2024-08-13 17:43

i might say a silly thing, but why not using that desktop that does not have a monitor as the remote PC?

Tech B 2024-08-13 17:44

In a theory, yes, thre AIO should be still accessible as you switch the monitor to the pass through mode.

Tech A 2024-08-13 17:48

good point

Tech A 2024-08-13 17:59

But the all in one needs to be used remotely, and the other pc needs to be used everyday in the office, so I you access remotely from the all in one to the cbct, then I will be able to use only one at the time

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title: "Access All-in-One PC Remotely While Using as External Monitor"
category: remote-access
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# Access All-in-One PC Remotely While Using as External Monitor

## Problem
A desktop computer without monitors is connected to an all-in-one PC being used as an external monitor. The question is whether the all-in-one PC can be accessed remotely while simultaneously serving as a monitor for the desktop computer. The all-in-one needs remote access capability while the desktop computer requires daily office use, creating a potential conflict where only one system can be used at a time when accessing the CBCT remotely.

## Resolution
Yes, it is theoretically possible to access an all-in-one PC remotely while it serves as an external monitor for another computer. The key is that the AIO should remain accessible when you switch the monitor to pass-through mode.

However, this configuration has a significant limitation: you can only use one system at a time. When accessing the all-in-one remotely (for example, to operate CBCT equipment), the local desktop computer cannot be used simultaneously since both would be competing for the same display and input resources.

Consider using the desktop computer (which lacks a monitor) as the remote access target instead, as this would eliminate the usage conflict and allow the all-in-one to function purely as a local workstation.

## References
- Source discussion: `spaces/AAAA05BdS6s/threads/y_d_dTF2q0g`

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