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USB 3.0 port interface and USB 3.0 cable to connect the Laptop Docking Station to a host computer (USB 3.0 host cable included) Note: HDMI and VGA adapters included VGA adapter can only be used on the DVI-I (29-pin) port The DVI-I connector supports DVI-I signaling (digital and analog). Apple doesn't make a USB-C to Mini DisplayPort adapter, so you won't be able to connect a 2016 or later MacBook Pro to the Apple Cinema Display, or any other monitor that uses a Mini Display Port.
The USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter connects the following devices to a display that uses an HDMI cable:
This adapter also connects your Mac or iPad Pro to USB-A devices, and it includes a USB-C port for charging your Mac notebook or iPad Pro. All three ports can be used simultaneously.
Video
HDMI
Use the HDMI port of this adapter with a display, TV, or projector that connects using an HDMI cable. It's HDCP compliant and supports the specifications below, depending on the model of the adapter.
The model number is printed on the retail box and the side of the adapter, near the ports.
Model A2119 is the newest model of this adapter. It supports HDMI 2.0 at these resolutions and refresh rates when used with macOS Mojave 10.14.6 or later or iOS 12.4 or later. It also supports HDR video in HDR10 and Dolby Vision formats when connected to a compatible playback device and display, TV, or projector.
Up to 1080p at 60Hz
3840 x 2160 at 30Hz
3840 x 2160 at 60Hz with these devices:
16-inch MacBook Pro introduced in 2019
15-inch MacBook Pro introduced in 2017 or later
13-inch MacBook Pro with four Thunderbolt 3 ports introduced in 2020
MacBook Air introduced in 2020
Retina iMac introduced in 2017 or later
iMac Pro
iPad Pro
Model A1621 supports HDMI 1.4b at these resolutions and refresh rates when used with macOS Sierra 10.12 or later or iOS 12 or later:
Up to 1080p at 60Hz
3840 x 2160 at 30Hz
After connecting your display, TV, or projector, video from your Mac or iPad Pro should appear within 10 seconds.
Data transfer and charging other devices
USB-A
Use the USB-A port of this adapter with flash drives, cameras, and other devices that connect to USB-A for data transfer or charging. It supports USB 3ve plugged all cables into the adapter before plugging the adapter into your Mac or iPad Pro.
Learn about using 4K displays, 5K displays, and Ultra HD TVs with your Mac.
These devices aren't compatible with this adapter:
G-Technology G-DRIVE mobile USB 3.0 Hard Drive (Apple part number HF4F2VC/A)
Apple USB SuperDrive model manufactured before Fall 2010
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Check display support
You can connect one or more external displays depending on your Mac model. To find out how many external displays your Mac supports, check its technical specifications:
Choose Apple menu > About This Mac.
Click the Support tab.
Click Specifications.
On the webpage that appears, the number of displays your Mac supports appears under Video Support or Graphics.
If you're using a Mac with Apple silicon, you can connect a single external display using one of the Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports. On Mac mini (M1, 2020), you can connect a second display to the HDMI port.
Connect your display
Connect your display to power, then connect your display to your Mac. Check the ports on your Mac to find out whether you need an adapter.
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Change display options
After you connect your display, you can choose to extend your desktop or mirror your displays.
Use extended desktop mode
Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Displays.
Click the Arrangement tab.
Make sure that the Mirror Displays checkbox isn’t selected.
Arrange your displays to match the setup on your desk. To change the position of a display, drag it to the desired position. A red border appears around the display as it's moved.
To set a different display as the primary display, drag the menu bar to the other display. The primary display is where your desktop icons and app windows first appear.
Mirror your displays
Make sure that your external display is turned on and connected to your Mac.
Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, click Displays, then click the Arrangement tab.
Make sure that the Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.
Use AirPlay
With Apple TV, you can use your TV as a separate display for your Mac. Learn how to use AirPlay to mirror or extend your Mac display.