How To Use 3 External Displays with M1 and M2 Macs
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ธ.ค. 2022
- In this video we show you how to get 3 displays or monitors on both M1 and M2 Apple Macs. If you need multiple screens on your M1 or M2 Mac computer, then watch this video to find out how it's possible.
We discuss the following Hub and software that will allow triple displays on the M1 and M2 Macs:
Minisopuru Triple Display Hub For Macs - amzn.to/3WqqUl7
One of the key issues with the new M1 and M2 Macs are the fact they can only connect to 1 external display. Now, with the help of this special hub you can connect up to 3 external displays.
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Great review. And the price is just right! Finally a hub that doesn’t break the bank!
Thanks for watching and feedback.
Hey there, I bought and MVP M1, when my computer broke knowing that I wasn’t ready to use its full capabilities but that anything Mac did from here would be better if it was M1. Just got a job where I need three screens but my super cool computer can’t do it. Thanks for sharing some real talk about a thing I couldn’t do with the machine that I know is capable but not. Heck, I might even get an award at work because I can actually use the tech I have. Thanks man.
Thanks, I would read the notes on the Amazon page and look for competing models and reviews. This type of tech is not perfect but can help if you need more than one screen. Thanks for watching.
This is the perfect choice for me, just as I need a device that can solve the limitations of the MacBook, especially the three different screens. I also like many of his thoughtful designs (non-slip and safety locks), thank you for your review.
Thanks for watching. On azon there is bunch more reviews and even videos for more info.
Slick looking device. Thanks for the review.
Thanks, only buy if you need the 3 screens as it's an investment but worth it for some.
Been debating on a Mac vs windows for a while and the one display was holding me back. Thanks for the tip man 🤟🏻
Thanks for watching and good luck. There are some more in depth videos on the Amazon page (where you can click on product photos) with many other questions answered and other reviews. Thanks.
Craig Neidel Thanks Much !
I have a Silicon M1 Mac Mini which is connected to my 48 inch Sony Bravia but I have great trouble reading small print on the screen of the tv. I would like to connect a small monitor to it so I can see what I am typing.
I also have 2 other issues.
The Mac Mini doesn't seem to recognize my Satachi hub nor my external hard drive for some reason and every time the Sony shuts the screen off I have to keep retyping in the Mac password to get the screen back which is a pain.
Any ideas you have would be appreciated.
Thanks for watching and posting. It's hard for me to troubleshoot those type of issues since I'm not familiar with the type and model of TV and hub etc. So it could be some type of compatibility issue. In any case I would look to see what hubs are compatible and use them. This one might work if you have the right cables but note you need to plug it in to power it etc. and it's more of a complicated hub. Plus, unless you need 3 monitors or external monitors/TVs this is not worth the money (sounds like you only need 2).
Hi Craig, thank you .
Thanks for watching. If you are interested in any of these products always read all the comments and notes to make sure it's right as I normally just do product showcases. Thanks again.
Thanks!
Thanks Johnny. Appreciate that and thanks for watching.
Hi Craig, Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
I finally able to make it work. I'm using iMac24 and able to expand with another 2 of 35" monitors.
I have one question for you tho.
Are you experiencing of getting the resolution reduced so much?
Thank you 🙏
I think it depends on the monitor etc. but from what I remember I was not. I would research on the Amazon page to see what others are getting to see if you can find a similar setup. Thanks for watching the channel.
do you know if it can do bezel spacing? And treat 3 monitors as one big one? If I bought one I'd use it for a 3 display video wall with a few inches between each portrait display.
I don't think it can do that but not 100% sure. That does sound like an incredible thing to do and would be great for watching things like sports from the Mac.
Thanks Craig, I have an older Mac from 2017. And need to split my screen into three monitors now, will this work for me?
I only tested it on the M1 and M2. I'll see what I can find. I would just go to the Amazon page and look this up under the questions section and I'm guessing somebody will have posted help with this question. If I get some time to test I'll let you know.
Hi Craig, than you for this. A novice here, just purchased my new Mac studio M2 for mostly photo editing in lightroom and photoshop. Will these hub/ ports works the same way for studio Mac as described? Thanks.
I would check out the comments under the listing in Amazon to confirm the hubs do everything you need them to do. They are not perfect but do help with multiple screens after installing the special software. I do product showcases to let people know what is available but I would see how the device worked for others and for your specific setup in the notes as many times good examples are listed there.
Hi Craig,
Really appreciate the video. Any chance you had an issue with the Mac not recognizing a display link-enabled device. I know the Minisopuru is connected to the mac successfully because when I plug in a USB thumb drive into the Minisopuru, I'm able to access it on my laptop however whenver I plug in my external monitor, it still says "no display link-enabled device detected". Might be somewhat related, but are you using Mac OS Ventura? I've read online that this maybe an issue with the OS but can't figure out if this is the definitive reason I can't get this to work.
Thanks for watching Ajay. I have not seen that and I'm using Ventura. I'll see if I can find anything out but also let me know if you find anything. Thanks.
Thanks for the video @craigneidel ! I am starting a new job and will have to switch to an M1 for work to handle their software. My goal is to mirror 1 monitor, and then have 2 separate. Looks like this will be able to do that. Am I correct in my thinking, or will I use the HDMI out from the M1 for the mirror, and just use 2 of the hubs video connections?
I got it in and everything works great, other than the HDMI slot on display 1. Nothing I have done has gotten it to work. Switched cords, monitors, and checked every setting I could. I was able to get the 3rd monitor to turn on, but that was using a USB to HDMI adapter. Does that sound like the hub has a bad port, or am I doing something wrong? I know the DisplayLink software is good and updated because my other 2 are working.
It might be a cable compatibility issue or something weird like that. I would research the amazon thread of questions to see if you are finding any others with the same issue and start there. There are so many different cables and monitors too that it's hard to know exactly what might be causing that.
I answered your second question and thanks again for watching and commenting.
Craig, great video, thank you! If I have a Mac Air M1 and need to present a PowerPoint (only in mirror mode) on 3 separate monitors that are at some distance from each other (hanging on walls in middle and ends of a large conference room) this device will not help will it? I think I'm out of luck. To be more clear, the 3 monitors/TV's are linked to a podium with 1 HDMI.
I don't think it would work if all three are linked via 1 HDMI.
Are there any more affordable options for the dock? Thank you
I'll see if I can find anything but maybe look up triple display hub for Mac on Amazon and there should be a few cheaper options.
hi thanks for the video, will this work for macbook air m1 ventura 13.2?
I would go to the Amazon page in video description and see what OS they list there. I did this one before Venture I think.
Do you know of a docking station that will do the same for MacBook Pro intel core5 processor?
I would just do a search online for that as I don't have any specific models I know of but it's been a while since I researched that. Maybe ask the same company if they have anything.
I was planning to buy the new m3 pro mbp which has a limit of unto 2 external monitors ,is it possible to add 1 more via airplay ??? will that work as a separate display or it won't work at all ??
+ is there any other method to close ur Mac when connected with external displays other than the clamshell method ??
I have not tested trying to add another one with Airplay but if I can get that tested I'll follow up. I would just look that up on Google and I'm sure there will be some info on it. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.
thanks , pls do update if u get a answer@@craigneidel
Hi i need a hub with USB-C output (to monitor) pls can you recommend one. For M1 Mac. Monitors are all USB-C port only.
Search for thunderbolt hub with USB-c
Hello Craig, if I connect with 3 monitors, do I still have power delivery?
I don't have a three external monitor setup in place now, but will let you know once I set that back up. I would also check Amazon questions under the product as I know people post stuff like this there. If anybody else knows this answer please post here and if I get that setup again I can follow up.
Not sure if anything has asked this I don’t see the question, but has anyone ran this on a Mac mini M1 with 3 monitors, wondering if it will still work fine ? Thanks
It's going to depend on the type of connections you use etc. I would search the Amazon page as many people left comments on exact setups and the type of success they had.
There are 3 different options : 13 in 1, 9 in 1, and 10 in one. What is good to have only 2 external displays ?
I would read the Amazon pages to see what they say for each one in the product description. I was just showcasing the products and am not sure about the other models.
nice
Fixes that issue. Thanks for watching.
do you know if it also supports thunderbolt 4? i bought this for my m2 mac, but I plan to get a new laptop at some point and I want to be able to natively use external displays once I do.
just realized i bought the upgraded version which has a silver front instead of black. Not sure if you have one.
I will need to go back and look at that since It's an older video. If you bought it though I would just search the Amazon page in the questions and it should be in there.
You said and showed the laptop m1 or m2 but how about the iMac m1. does this work with it?
It should work on the iMac too. Also, visit the amazon page and all the info is there too under the questions etc.
i have a Macbook air m1 pro which enables 2 external displays. I just bought another monitor, & can't get it to run? Would this hub work? As you talked about M1 & M2 Apple Macs mine is a M1 Pro Macbook air. Thanks a bunch!
Thanks for sharing. It can depend on so many features like cables etc. I would go to the product page and search comments to see if somebody has the same setup or email the manufacturer the question to confirm before buying. My video was just a showcase but I didn't test all the various variables. Thanks Henrietta.
did u get it to work? i have m2 pro.
Yes I bought the Tobenone dock on Amazon
@@henriettatan can you provide exact model? And did you encounter any issues with netflix or other streaming apps?
TOBENONE USB-C Triple Display Docking Station with Laptop Charging, Compatible with MacBook Windows with Thunderbolt 3/4 or USB-C (Dual HDMI, VGA, 4 USB 3.0, Ethernet, 3.5mm Audio, SD TF) I didn’t try it with Netflix
Quick Question: Will that work with the iMac M3 (two ports) also?
I'm guessing it should but just check the Amazon questions and it should be posted in there.
I have a macbook pro 14 M1 and I have no problem connecting to 2 monitors. The issue is connecting to 3 monitors with extended display mode
I think you need to use the right cable combo. I would research on the Amazon page and I think one needs to be hdmi etc.
I have an M1 and an M2. Both have been plugged into (3) monitors.. (1) via HDMI cable into HDMI port, plus (2) additional monitors with HDMI>Lighting Adapters. This setup works fine. Seems a bit false for Apple to say this isn't possible... ? Now, I am guessing maybe my output isn't as good as if I used this adapter you're mentioning?
Are they all different screens or just mirrors?
The Pro and MAX CPU's are different, the latter supporting more monitors. Which one did you test it on?
@@craigneidelI do have a 3 monitor setup too without this device. 1 HDMI and 2 via display ports, no adapters needed. LG 27” monitors.
@@CarlosPerez-ry4wb When you say display ports what kind of cables are you using. no one ever says? is it dp- hdmi or dp - vga . my two monitors only have hdmi and vga or D-Sub? no one shows what the other end of the connector is?
Sounds as though this works in a similar way to the cheap USB A to HDMI adapter I purchased recently (just to see how well it worked)
With that i had to install a special piece of software for it to function
I would guess that it is pretty much just a USB graphics card which requires special software to function (and a built in USB hub with USB to ethernet adapter)
Unfortunately i am not able to test it myself (for various reasons, mainly that I don’t have one, don’t need one, and i am not able to borrow one, oh, and cost as well), but i would guess that it wouldn’t be suitable for things that are graphically intensive (or whatever the term is)
Thanks for info. I'm just showcasing product but on Amazon page there are videos with extensive reviews and they also say works pretty good. But in the end I'm sure it can depend on Mac you have, cable, and monitors. Thanks again.
Pienapple, did it work for you? I have a cheaper adapter, but it did not work
@@argentinosencanada i tested my one on two computers, with the first computer, it did not work (maybe down to the CPU being too weak for it?), with the second computer, it did work, but even with no windows open (just the desktop), i could tell something was off, but I couldn’t tell what
This works on M1 2021 Mac desktop correct?
It should and just check out the Amazon page (questions section) and a ton of info is there also.
will this work for the M3?
Think so. I would look at Amazon page questions.
You are the best video yet for Imac to multiple displays with this dock however I cannot find answers anywhere as to the connecting cables?
I have two ext monitors with HDMI and VGA/D-SUB inputs. If I understand correctly to connect 2 external monitors I have to use
- an HDMI cable for Display 1
- and an DP cable for Display 2
What kind of DP cable do I use? DP - HDMI or DP- VGA?
Seriously no one ever says or shows the other end of the dp cable so I can see? Also I saw someone connect two monitors by using HDMI on Display 1 and HDMI on Display 3 but I thought the issue was cannot use 2 hdmi on M1 ? I am so happy we are getting work arounds this stupid design but I need help I have never purchased or used a DP ?? Thank your for your efforts to help us through this.
Does it list the cables on the Amazon page? I will need to see if I can research this as this video was from a bit ago and I don't have this hub any longer. Thanks for watching the video and the nice words.
@@craigneidel no it doesn't I sent the company an email on their site. I realize now that vga is just for video and hdmi is for both. but displayport to hdmi sounds like I would still be using two hdmi connections which I think is the M1 imac issue should be only 1 hdmi connection. So now Im thinking I will go the vga route as I don't need the audio from the monitor. Thanks for responding at least much appreciated
Thank you. Yes, I'm not sure you can run two HDMI. Good luck with everything.
@@craigneidel customer support got back to me and said YES use DP to Hdmi for 2nd display along with hdmi to hdmi on #1! I suggested they start putting that detail into their marketing! Thanks
@@AlannahRyane thanks
Does this work for Mac Mini?
It should work on newer Mac minis
Can I use w lg 5K display though this dock ?
I didn't have that for testing so I would search the Amazon comments and questions or email the company for that info. It does say it can go up to 5K.
@@craigneidel thx, always wonder about these
@@user-ms8qg2rz5s thanks
Does it work with mac mini m2?
It should. I would look at the Amazon questions page but it should work.
will this work on m2 pro
It should but I would just check the Amazon page for any questions in the questions section as they have a ton of info listed there as well. Thanks for watching.
Will it work on the m3 one?
Yes.
@@craigneidel Perfect. I will order one. It sucks that the iMac I just bought, has such a high price tag ($1800 total v. the entry level one which is $1200.) and it has that limitation when I paid $750 for a secondhand 2020 27 inch iMac and it let me connect 3 total external monitors, and this one just does 1. Bummer.
Ok, thank you and good luck.
Does this have to be powered to work?
You do want to use the power cable.
@@craigneidel I have three usb c devices pushing charge into my MacBook pro. Not sure I could take anymore.
Ok, good luck and thanks again for watching.
Hmm, thunderbolt to HDMI cable is not very attractive. Seeing it all in action would have been great, rather than visualising it all.
Yes, I do a mix of videos but usually just showcase a product and don't do full reviews. I have a 50 hour week job so this is a hobby to let people know what is out there but I just cannot do major reviews of all the products sometimes because I feel that one person isn't great at that. But, I do showcase the products and if people like the products they can research and at least they know it exists. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for showing how we can have the numbers of monitors (even without Apple's stingy number of ports allowance) that the cheapest Windows PC allows.
Thanks for watching and for the comment.
$300 forget it
It wasn't that before so not sure why they raised it. Don't buy for 300
Need to zoom in much further on the images. Its way too zoomed out. We dont care about your plants or table. Just zoom in on the ports/product.
It's a free video and is what it is
@@craigneidel of course. But we can continue to improve even on free videos. But thanks for creating this and helping.
Thanks for watching.
No it doesn't, IF you get the displaylink to download on a MAC it quits after an hour - AND there is ZERO support. Don't buy it.
Ok, first issue I saw but it's important to post it here. Thanks.
I bought this based on TH-camr's recommendation and this thing heats up so bad that it burned my hand. Piece of junk might fry your laptop or burst into flames. I returned it right away. TH-camrs are a sell out by recommending this Chinese junk.
Your the first to say that after hundreds of users so could be a bad one
@@craigneidel Alright, I'll try another copy and see if that's the case. Thanks
Good luck and just remember I am only one person and I do product showcases. So if you have any bad experiences you can always try a different model as well.
@@craigneidel Got a replacement unit and still gets hot to the touch. Not as hot as the original unit though. Is that normal? I'm running 3 external displays and charging my MacBook Pro. This will be my normal everyday setup. Honestly, would you trust it for longer use?
@@mariusmocan740 they all get a bit hot for sure when running monitors through them. I would see water reviews say but that could be normal.
Can we have 1 giveaway for this device ?
Funny, maybe one day as my channel get's bigger but right now I'm buying most of this stuff myself. Thanks for watching.
@@craigneidel it was a joke man.. thanks for the video . definately helped a lot
@@sanchezeden6532 I was just kidding too. Thanks for watching.