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There is a lot to unpack with dual-PC setups for content creation. Just getting them working can be a massive undertaking. And if you want to stack multi-track audio recording or multi-streaming to other platforms on top of that…ugh. I’m gonna throw up. Lets not go there yet. You’re here because you want to know what are your options for getting a dual-PC setting going. Right below this word vomit, you’ll find a list of different ways to get this done. Once you have completed reading the “General Info” below, head on over to
When it comes to setting up dual-pc for content creation, there are many ways you can connect the two computers. Your two main categories to consider is video and audio. Video is quite simple and is what you’ll most likely complete first. Audio is not so nice. Let’s start with a brief overview of your options.
For video, you can go the physical/hardwired route with either an internal or external capture card, or you can go the virtual/network route. This involves using apps, plugins, or sometimes external hardware to send video signals over your already connected network.
For the traditional and less complicated physical/hardwired route, you’ll typically use video cables like HDMI to connect the gaming PC’s graphics card to the streaming PC’s capture card. Very plug and play, and the only configuration you’ll need to do after the fact is set up things like resolution, frame rate, etc.
When it comes to the virtual/network way, the options open up a bit. You have
For more information on the technical details of this and how to-to guides, please visit Dual PC Video Methods
With dual-pc Audio, there are many options - all with their pros and cons. You know what, I’m not even going to start. Just click here okay: Dual PC Audio Methods.
Warning. You will pull your hair out with audio. That is, if you have any left. Some of us are bald. But I digress.