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CalDigit TS4
Thunderbolt, 18 ports
Question about CalDigit TS4
I am looking for a docking station that allows me to use two external monitors alternately with the following devices: • Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 (Intel, Thunderbolt 4) • Apple MacBook Air Retina 13-inch, 2018 (Intel, Thunderbolt 3, macOS Sonoma current version 14.8.9) It is important to me that: • Two external monitors with extended desktop, not just mirrored display • No DisplayLink technology • No additional driver or software installation on the Lenovo • Switching between laptops by unplugging a single cable Can the CalDigit TS4 do this? Or can someone recommend another docking station that can achieve this? Thank you!
Galaxus
3 weeks ago
Helpful answer
Yes, the CalDigit TS4 can generally meet your requirements. - Two external monitors with an extended desktop are supported, provided both computers support output to two screens. This applies to Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 3 computers as well as Intel Macs. - For one monitor, you use the DisplayPort connection; for the second, you need a USB-C video adapter on a Thunderbolt 4 port of the docking station. Alternatively, two USB-C or Thunderbolt monitors are possible. - DisplayLink is not required for this, as the image output is handled via Thunderbolt and DisplayPort. - Switching between the Lenovo and the MacBook is done by unplugging and replugging the single Thunderbolt cable to the docking station. - No DisplayLink software is needed under Windows or macOS. However, the specific resolution and refresh rate depend on the graphics card, operating system, monitors, and firmware. Note: The TS4 provides one DisplayPort connection and two rear Thunderbolt 4 ports. For two monitors with DisplayPort or HDMI input, you will therefore need an additional suitable USB-C video adapter for the second screen. CalDigit specifies up to two 4K monitors at 60 Hz for Intel Macs and Windows systems.
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