I just want to say thank you very much!! i've had this doc for a while but i was never able to connect my external monitor until i watched your video explaining that i had to download the required drivers!!
Struggled connecting a 49 inch monitor and 34 inch monitor to my macbook. I had a ThinkPad dock but one screen was mirroring itself on the other. DisplayLink app did not work. I checked this video and realized I got the lesser generation of the Thinkpad Hub. I purchased this one and now it works like a charm. Subbed!
just a little note here: "The ThinkPad USB-C and Hybrid Docks are the new generations of universal docking solutions based on the latest USB-C and DisplayLink technology" So even the gen 2 should support it. But same issue for me. I'm just setting up the return and ordering the hybrid.
Thank you so much for this video!! It helped me a lot. I had tried the other Thunderbolt 3 Gen 2 (40AN0135US) docking station and I had several issues, it was not charging my Thinkpad X380 (even after I made the drivers update), the audio was not working (but it was fixed after the update), and I had to use a DisplayPort/Thunderbolt adapter for the MacBookPro to extend to 3 screens (laptop+2 external screens). With the Lenovo Hybrid USB-C(40AF0135US) with DisplayLink technology, it’s been a breeze: both the Thinkpad and the MacBook Pro are powered by the dock, they both extend to 3 screens without the need of additional adapter (DisplayLink is installed on the MBP), the audio works great. This one is a keeper!
Is one USB C cable sufficient to drive 2 X 4K60hz monitors on the hybrid model? I have a 2021 MBPRO and was looking at these units so I can dock with a single USB C cable. Thanks
2024 update: I'm using this dock. with an 2024 M3 16" MacBook Pro model. Using two monitors, an LG 32" ultrawide and an UPERFECT 2560 x 1600 px portable monitor. It does a perfect job. However (I'm probably being too ambitious here) I'm also hooking a Native Instruments Komplete 6 Audio Interface, and here's where I'm getting connectivity problems. I works sometimes with all being connected, other times it doesn't. Another thing I found is that the Dock heats up quite a lot, I bet I could iron my shirts with that and that doesn't seem to be a good sign. Maybe I'll just buy a couple heat dissipators and carry on, it works great!
I have the exact same dock I use for work, however, when I plug in my MacBook Air, the monitors aren't being recognized by the laptop. What is weird is that the dock lights up when I plug it in, and my MacBook recognizes both the dock's audio output as well as a pair of headphones I have plugged in. Both work, so I believe it is only a display problem. I have installed the DisplayLink driver (and allowed recording access) and it seems fine, the only thing is that nothing shows up on either of my Dell monitors. Anyone has encountered a similar problem?
I have the same Lenovo docking station, my external monitors works, but they are mirrored , looks like people are getting mixed results with the docking station.
I did all the driver updates through my PC, and so far I can indeed get both monitors to work in mirror mode. I think that's as far as it'll go because I don't think it supports extending my MacBook's 5K display.
@@yuriramos53 I have updated the dock's drivers and it worked, however, I don't think it'll ever allow extending the displays with the lid closed. I can only use one external screen along with my laptop's screen, otherwise, the screen is duplicated.
Great to hear that you been able to find my videos and hopefully able to watch through the videos as I know some other reviewers prefer to just tell you what works and what doesn't for me I just like to show you it and try cover as much scenarios that can hopefully answer the questions you might have. I have saved myself and clients watching other videos myself so thought its best I paid it forward too =). Thanks for the feedback too Luis.
this is great -- I have nearly identical hardware. M1 macbook pro, this exact Lenovo dock, one dell and one Acer monitor. When I try to ask people about an issue I'm having, they all say that this hardware setup makes no sense and won't work. Here's you showing it working, which is great. The issue I'm having is that I want one of the monitors to be in portrait mode. I cannot make it work. The problem is that I can't even get to "how do I make portrait mode work" because everyone is telling me that the entire setup is not supported. Now I have a video I can show them to get past them trying to solve a problem I'm not having. The one thing that would make this better -- suggestion, not a criticism -- would be if you run through the process of setting one of the monitors into portrait mode. Or help provide guidance why it won't work. (I'm hearing that my problem might be an issue with the M1 silicon and that it's been fixed but then reintroduced again.)
what is the difference between that dock and Thunderbolt 3 Gen 2 Dock? Presented here can have 2 extended monitors but second only shows monitors in mirror mode? Display Link Manager can't see monitors ("No monitor detected") with Thunderbolt 3 Gen 2 Dock when plugged to MacBook Pro :(
Thanks for such an insightful video. Do you think this docking station would still be a good choice to use with the latest 14" mac book pro (complete with thunderbolt 4) ?
I downloded and installed the Display Link driver but I am still not able duplicate/extend the screens. It asks permissions for Screen Recording but even that is grayed out and can't be turned on. Any suggestions? I have a 2017 Mac Book Pro
Do you know if it is possible to have the 2 monitors connected via the docking station and a third external monitor connecting directly via USB-C to the macbook pro (all in extended mode)? thanks!
@code75581 You need to get the latest DP Link driver (You would've known if you watched the video or read the other comments. I'm answering to satisfy your laziness. Good luck!)
Thank you for the video. considering buying one, but im worried my old laptop might have problems connecting. Just wanna mention that the sound wassent too great.
Hi @Bsiandad I have a problem I hope you can help me :) When i connect a macbook pro 2017 with Big Sur, I hear the "connect sound" but nothing is happening in the display setting. I have tried without the docking station and this is working fine. Have you any idea what to do? Kind regards
Sounds like the displaylink manager hasn't been started up. Look for the DisplayLink Manager App in the application list and then open and allow that via System Preference > Security. Once you start up the DisplayLink manager the display should start working.
Hi @BsianDad, would this specific dock be compatible with connecting a Lenovo Thinkpad X1 3rd Gen laptop to a monitor such as the Samsung G9 Odyssey? Otherwise, which X1 Gen model is this dock compatible with? Also, I have read some reviews that this dock has trouble connecting to Samsung monitors in general - just wondering if this is indeed true?
Thanks for this, realized I don't have the hybrid, just the Gen 2, which I added a DisplayLink USB adapter so my M1 can have more screens. However had you had any ethernet issues? It seems it drops while connected. I need to make service inactive, unplug and it starts up again.
Thank you very much for the video, I wanted docking station for Macbook since long time thank you for that. I just received mine last week I had small issue that my MacBook does not charge while it is connected to the docking station, I had 90w charger. The question is if I got the 135w charger will it charger my MacBook or I have to connect a charger along with docking station
Since you have a 90W charger for the macbook I am guessing you have a 14 inch M1 Max or 15-16 Inch Macbook Pro, this hybrid dock is only able to charge up to 65W and so it will put a slow charge on your macbook pro. If you aren't putting much workload or intense work then it should be able to have very slow battery drain or no battery drain at all and it might even charge the MBP while idling. If you find your workflow is draining the battery then you will just need to plug in the 90W power adapter too. Since you have received it you be able to tell from your experience with this dock and your workflow. Love to hear your experience @Ahmad Shaker.
@@BsianTech Actually you got me wrong, let me explain I have same Macbook Pro as the one that you have in the video Macbook Pro 15 inch 2018 model, the 90W charger is the one that came with lenovo docking station, My question is was your Macbook charging while it is connected to the docking station? Because the only difference between the one that you have and mine is your docking station has 135w charger and mine 90W only
Nice video I have thinkpad 40AS dock station which I just bought yesterday but the hdmi is not sending signal from dock to the monitor. The first monitor was connected from monitor to laptop lenovo ideapad 3 works perfectly but from the second monitor connected to the dock to the monitor is not displaying on the screen. What do you suggest
Thank you for the video, do you know what refresh rate the dock can push out with 2 1080p monitors? My monitors are 144hz capable and I can't go back to 60! lol
Not sure which generation I have but when I connect to my macbook air 2022 my peripherals work but my monitor does not (HDMI) but works just fine for my thinkpad
The coolest thing you could of done is stick this dock into your Andriod mobile phone and run "Android Desktop". Since the dock has a DisplayLink Chipset it should work on most modern Andriod mobiles.
I have a MacBook Pro 2013 which doesn't have a USB-c port, would I still be able to use the docking station? I have tried connecting it with a USB-C to USB adapter but nothing works apart from my mouse.
hi, I have the lenovo usb C docking station without the display link written behind the docking as you show on the video. Use the dock at work. Would you like to buy an Apple MacBook Pro M1 if you can collect it and work properly?
i got this for using with my HP Laptop which has 150w charging brick, so the 135w is not enough. Question, can i keep both plugged in ? computers charger in the computer and docks charger in the dock ?
I echo the comments, this review was really helpful and will use one of the links to purchase it in the UK! One question, have you found that the screens flicker every so often, or not at all? I’m Using a dock at the moment, but they turn off every 30 mins or so, only for a few seconds, but it’s HIGHLY Annoying.
Hi Kwesi Afful, thank you for the nice feedback and helping me out with the support on purchasing via the link. I haven't found the screens flicker every so often, if you do one first thing I would try is different video cable, that is usually the first sign of bad cable or bad connection since its digital cable its losing packet of data (in this case display information) and so it will black out and in. If it was VGA it will go quirky colours instead being analog cable. I hope that helps.
Didn’t work for me with the same configuration on a new MacBook Pro M2. Lenovo help onlin isn’t the best. I am still struggling. I may have to buy a MAC specific hub
Hi there! I'm looking at this product so that I can easily swap between my personal windows-desktop computer, and my work macbook-pro, with the same monitors and peripherals working from home. Seeing your test with the MacBook-pro is great! How could I investigate whether it will also work with my desktop (the CPU does not seem to support USB-C)
Hi Kyle, that is fine the dock does run USB-A so you can connect that to the dock, just make sure you install the displaylink drivers for this dock to work on both the desktop windows computer and the macbook pro.
I have a laptop asus with a gtx 3070, it doesnt have usb type C thunderbolt port, i can use the usb type A adapter that comes with the cable of the docking, sorry for my stupid question but, does the docking still is going to support the power for the grafic card? Cheers!
The using the USB-A will not charge your laptop at all, so you will need to still connect your supplied AC power adapter to your laptop. If you had a USB-C port, more than likely your laptop will require at least 100W and this dock is only able to provide up to 65W so you will still need to connect your supplied AC power adapter anyway. You can still run the dual or triple monitor setup, USB ports, network and audio through the dock just not the power thats all.
Hi! Thank you for the video! I recently got one, everything works except the charging. Tried TB3 and 3.2 Gen 2 cable with an M1 Air and XPS 13. Weirdly, it charges a Galaxy S21 besides all functionality, the phone recognizes everything and charging as well. Got a 90W PSU with it (45N0500). Can it be that this PSU is not the original and it doesn't work properly? What is the model number of the original 90W PSU? I was able to find the 135W one but not the 90W. Thanks in advance! :D
Thanks for confirming that it works with Galaxy S21. I've been looking for something that can charge and perform the docking functionality for an android device!
did you end up finding a fix for this? i'm in thesame position and find it isnt charging for me either.. i've even tried different more high amp power supply units..
@@on2a The power supply was the problem for me. With the 90W one, it does not charge my Mac. (Side note, the Galaxy S21 did indicate that it's charging, however, it did not. The % dropped only, it would probably charge with the bigger PSU) I got the 135W PSU and it works perfectly. If you tried it with the bigger one and still not working, maybe check the Type-C cable. It should be rated 3.2 Gen 2 and proper power delivery. Hope it helps :D
Hello everyone, I just managed to setup this dockingstation on the Macbook Pro 2021 (M1) with 2 separate screens (no mirror!) and also Macbook screen + 2 separate screens! I think it has something to do with the latest update in DisplayLink software. (software DLink 1.6.1)
Hi there, I have a Lenovo ThinkPad work computer so of course this will run perfect on my dual monitors at home. However would like to also be able to use my personal computer on the dock. My personal laptop is 4k 15 " HP Spectre and it has two Thunderbolt ports. Will this work as well? and will it run the dual monitors in 4k? (Both monitors are 4k native). Any help or direction is appreciated.
I just got this today but power button does not seem to put my laptop to sleep. I installed drivers and latest firmware and made sure of course that in power options the button is set to sleep. My laptop is HP 430 G3. Any ideas?
Is there a device just like this but with the ability to have to computers plugged in simultaneously and you can switch between them? I want to have my work laptop and my mac mini both plugged in permanently while I work from home. Thanks!
Hi Will the Dell 6000 also not work if we don't install the display link drivers? I have a company laptop and may not be allowed to install anything externally.
Thanks Chris lol, I do own a number of box/Stanley knives too but the Gerber is my favorite and I do use it for fishing plus it absolute cut through cardboard boxes so much quicker when I flat pack or cut them up to smaller pieces for recycling.
@G CSU thank you very much for your encouraging words. I do like my Gerber and have chosen it to be my unboxing knife of choice I also guess this also ties to my outro if people hang around to the end of my videos, imperfections what makes it beautiful and interesting =).
Hi Jose, I have tried this on Big Sur and DisplayLink has updated their drivers from their officially website to support Big Sur and multiple monitors in extended mode =) so I am please to say it does work.
To charge a laptop it has to be via the USB-C port, most laptops won't change via the USB-A port as it wasn't designed to deliver high enough Wattage that would charge up laptops.
Hi, I have a Lenovo ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2 connected to my 2017 MacBook Pro and a Dell U2719D Monitor. I have installed the Display Link Manager but my MacBook is currently not connected with my external monitor. Does it matter whether I plug into a HDMI port or DP port from the monitor to the dock?
It doesn't matter which port you plugged into the dock, two things to check that in system preferences then security that DisplayLink is authorised. Secondly also make sure displaylink manager is running you should be able to find it in the applications folder in finder to start it up. It lives as an icon near where it displays the time on top right in the menu bar.
If you use this for the P15 you will still need to plug in the supplied 230W power adapter that comes with your P15. This dock isn't able to supply enough power but it can do the ports and dual monitors. I would advise the thunderbolt 3/4 docks would be better than this universal dock. You will get better performance and higher resolutions on the display outputs from the thunderbolt docks compare to this dock.
Does anybody has experienced any issues?, my macbook pro 2017 isn't charging, I have tested two usb-c cables, the one from the original docking and the apple cable that comes with my power supply
If you driving two monitors go with this, if you driving three monitors go with the D6000. The reason why I go with this Lenovo over the Dell is that the thinkpad hybrid has a power button that could mirror your power button on the laptop so you can start or wake up the laptop when the lid is closed.
You can but it won't pass through the 300W to the laptop via the dock because that USB-C is limited to 90W. So a powerful laptop needs to be still connected by the power brick directly to the laptop. Hope that makes sense.
I know this sounds silly but make sure the power is connected to the dock, or if the laptop is charging from the dock as sounds like the dock hasn't received power.
@@BsianTech power is connected. My monitors are working fine. Actually what helped was disconnecting all cables and reconnecting lol. This was recommended on their FAQ and troubleshooting page.
This one uses the displaylink drivers for more universal support and great with Macs too, the USB-C Dock Gen 2 would have faster interface /data transfer speeds but not so good with Macs.
@@BsianTech I have already bought lenovo gen2 with thunderbolt 3 on board(40AN0135EU)...do you I should give it back, if I'm going use it with macbook pro?
@@asabbineni Next I be checking each video cable, do swaping checking it works in single monitor mode first, if cables both check out okay, also forgot are you using a Mac? If so make sure the displaylink manager is open and authorised in system perferences >security.
Have you installed the Displaylink drivers for the computer? I made a recent guide for the macos installation that might be able to help you out @David Hutcheson you can view it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5nIXyH7d9A0.html
This will work with the M1 Macbook, just remember to install the DIsplayLink drivers and also open up the Displaylink manager app to get all the displays working.
