Summary
No. The Plugable USBC-MSTH2 Dual HDMI MST Adapter requires a USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt port that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP Alt Mode) for video output.
Not all USB-C ports support video. Some only support data transfer or charging, which means the USBC-MSTH2 will not provide video output when connected to those ports.
Additionally, your computer must support Multi-Stream Transport (MST) to use two independent extended displays.
Applicable To
- Plugable USB-C Dual HDMI MST Adapter (USBC-MSTH2)
- Compatible Windows and ChromeOS computers
- USB-C, USB4, and Thunderbolt ports supporting DisplayPort Alt Mode
What If My USB-C Port Doesn't Support DisplayPort Alt Mode?
If your computer doesn't support DisplayPort Alt Mode, consider a Plugable USB graphics adapter that uses DisplayLink or Silicon Motion technology instead.
Compatible alternatives include:
These adapters use USB data rather than native DisplayPort video output and require compatible software.
Important Notes
- macOS and iPadOS: The USBC-MSTH2 is not recommended for users who need two independent extended displays because these operating systems do not support MST for that configuration.
- No additional drivers required: The USBC-MSTH2 uses the computer's native graphics capabilities.
- Display capabilities vary: Maximum resolution and refresh rate depend on the computer's DisplayPort capabilities and available bandwidth.
For additional compatibility information, see the Plugable USBC-MSTH2 Product Page.
Need Assistance?
If you're unsure whether your computer's USB-C port supports DisplayPort Alt Mode or MST, contact Plugable Support at support@plugable.com.
