StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort 1.2 Cable - 4K x 2K UHD Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort Adapter Cable - Mini DP to DP Cable for Monitor - mDP to DP Converter Cord (MDP2DPMM6)

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When you have displays extended, you can drag and move items between the two screens and select a different resolution for your second screen (to learn more about screen resolutions, go to Solution 6). Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Using a Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable, connect the Mini DisplayPort on your Surface to the DisplayPort input on the first external display.

If the cable that came with your monitor isn’t responding, use a different video cable to connect your Surface.

The first clue to a DisplayPort link failure will probably be your monitor switching to low resolution.

When checking input settings on your monitor, make sure that the correct DisplayPort input is selected if there is more than one available. Advanced Exchange Service: Replacement part/unit dispatched, if needed, following completion of phone/online diagnosis. When connecting through Surface Dock there’s a maximum display refresh or resolution possible, even if some Surface model capabilities exceed this. If you are unable to resolve your issue with solutions above, please refer to Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector for more information on how to connect your Surface to other devices.To see the supported refresh rate and resolution for single or dual external displays, select your Surface device. If you have problems connecting your Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector, try these solutions to identify the issue. and supporting a maximum video resolution of 2058 x 1600 pixels, this versatile adaptor ensures a quality viewing experience on everything from monitors to projectors.

If you are using a new monitor, or have switched from using HDMI to using DisplayPort on an existing monitor, check that the input source has been changed. You can also wirelessly connect your Surface to an HDMI-compatible display by using the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter. If you’ve connected your Surface to an external display, make sure your external display is set to the current port. Often, downloading and installing the latest updates for Windows and your Surface will fix many issues.Using a Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable, connect the Mini DisplayPort on your Surface to the DisplayPort input on the first monitor. Note: Common video input settings include VGA, DVI, AUX, DisplayPort, HDMI, Line in, Input, and Source. A display that suffers from random flickering or image tearing, particularly when viewing hi-resolution video or gaming, can be a sign of DisplayPort cable failure. If your monitor supports DisplayPort, we recommend that you use a Mini DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort cable that’s no more than 6 feet (1. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below.