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NOTE: Install all the latest drivers for your Thunderbolt device before connecting the device to the
Thunderbolt DisplayPort. Thunderbolt cable and Thunderbolt device (sold separately) must be compatible
with Windows. To determine whether your device is Thunderbolt Certied for Windows, go to
https://thunderbolttechnology.net/products.
1. Connect one end of the Thunderbolt DisplayPort cable to the Thunderbolt DisplayPort on the computer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the digital display device.
3. Press f4 to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states:
PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only.
Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device.
Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device.
Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device only.
Each time you press f4 the display state changes.
NOTE: For best results, especially if you choose the "Extend" option, increase the screen resolution of
the external device, as follows. Select the Start button, select Settings, and then select System. Under
Display, select the appropriate resolution, and then select Keep changes.
Discovering and connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport
MultiStream Transport (MST) allows you to connect multiple wired display devices to your computer by
connecting to the VGA or DisplayPorts on your computer and also to the VGA or DisplayPorts on a hub or an
external docking station. You can connect in several ways, depending on the type of graphics controller
installed on your computer and whether or not your computer includes a built-in hub. Go to Device Manager to
nd out what hardware is installed on your computer.
Type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select the Device Manager app. A list
displays all the devices installed on your computer.
Connect displays to computers with AMD or Nvidia graphics (with an optional hub)
NOTE: With an AMD graphics controller and optional hub, you can connect up to 6 external display devices.
NOTE: With an Nvidia graphics controller and optional hub, you can connect up to 4 external display devices.
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