Connecting Monitors through a Docking Station

Connecting Monitors through a Docking Station

To use monitors with your laptop, start by connecting laptop using the black Docking Station cable:

Note: While there are two ways to connect, the first method is preferred. Only use the second method if you do not have any USB-C ports on your computer. Newer docking stations do not include the adapter.

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To set up and change how the monitors mirror or extend your laptop screen, right-click on the desktop and select "Display Settings"

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The computer labels each monitor including the laptop screen with a number. Click "Identify" to see which monitor is which number, then you can move them into the formation you wish and press apply.

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In this example, the laptop (#1) and monitor #2 are mirroring, while monitor #3 is placed to the right and is extending. If you want to extend all monitors, select the 1/2 Box as shown, then scroll down and change "Duplicate these displays" to "Extend these displays."

 

If you are having issues with the monitors not responding, flickering, or other issues, go to this article for troubleshooting tips.