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.
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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 the classic NDI OBS Studio plugin that runs exclusively in OBS, and then the NDI Tools apps you can download from NewTek that enable you to use NDI outside of OBS. Alternatively, OBS Teleport is another plugin that works similar to NDI, utilizing your home network to transfer video.
For more information on the technical details of this and how to-to guides, please visit Dual PC Video
Warning. You will pull your hair out with audio. That is, if you have any left. Some of us are bald. But I digress. 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
Here are some great guides that cover a range of topics regarding dual PC setups.
1️⃣ Single PC vs Dual PC Streaming - EposVox
2️⃣ 2PC Stream MasterClass - AlphaGaming
3️⃣ How can I play @ 120/144hz when I only have a 60fps capture card - Twitch SubReddi