Make sure the device or dongle is connected to the USB-C port on your PC that supports the features of the device or dongle. For example, if you're connecting a Thunderbolt device, make sure it’s connected to the USB-C port on your PC that supports Thunderbolt. So you’ve got your cable and you’ve connected it up. You may well find that Windows has done the rest for you, and your monitor is now duplicating everything on the built-in screen. USB-C has one specific disadvantage, and it’s the fact that many laptops have a limited number of USB-C ports. In that case, you may find you’ll need to get a USB-C hub to widen your options. Make sure it has a passthrough for the power supply, and ideally an extra USB-C port too. Many hubs also have an HDMI connection for added versatility.

DisplayPort, or USB-C for a 4K Monitor? Should You Use HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C for a 4K Monitor?

This USB port doesn't support DisplayPort or Thunderbolt or MHL. Plug the USB device into a different USB port on your PC. If your Windows 10 phone is already running the latest version of Windows 10 Mobile, try to connect your device to a Windows 10 PC instead. The main issue with these cables, apart from their age, is that they don't support audio transmissions, so you’ll need to connect a separate audio connector to rig yourself up properly. Select the Start button, then type device manager and select Device Manager from the list of results.In addition, we’d recommend choosing a new HDMI cable unless you’re confident that yours is fairly new. The HDMI specification has also changed over time, and older cables might not give you HD, or even 4K. For the best performance, look for HDMI 2.0 or HDMI 2.1, but anything over 1.4 should function. The USB device that you connected to reported a problem, or there’s a problem with the device driver. DisplayPort (we recommend at least 1.2 or higher for best results) is the choice of graphic designers, animators and other creative types. If your monitor uses DisplayPort, but you only have HDMI on your laptop, that’s no problem, as there’s a cable for that. Will DisplayPort over USB-C provide the same level of performance and features as the standard DisplayPort connection? Your PC (or phone) has a low battery, so it has temporarily limited the amount of power it can provide to the device.

PC Displayport output to USB-C Monitor - Impossible? PC Displayport output to USB-C Monitor - Impossible?

Your PC (or phone) is providing power to other devices, so it has temporarily limited the power it provides to the device you just connected to. DisplayPort over USB-C enables the USB-C connector and cable to support the DisplayPort interface for audio/video (AV) transport capability. If you're in the market for a new laptop, be sure to have a look at our best business laptops guide, as we always value devices with plenty of connectivity options. Staying true to its name, it bundles a USB-C port, which can also power the connected laptop up to 60W. Plus, it has four USB 3.0 ports to connect your peripherals, which is a huge plus. Whether it’s connecting the USB-A dongle of your mouse and keyboard or connecting the SD card extension, you can do a lot. Make sure the device or dongle is connected to the USB-C port on your PC that supports the correct Alternate Mode. For example, a DisplayPort Alternate Mode adapter should be connected to the USB-C port on your PC that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode.The MHL Alternate Mode lets you project video and play audio on an external display that supports MHL.