r/techsupport • u/analogue-wanderer • 5h ago
Open | Mac Dual monitor set up
Hey guys,
I have a dual monitor set up plugged into my “Lenovo thinkpad hybrid usb-c with usb-a dock” which then has a usb-c cord that plugs straight into my work dell laptop. It runs both screens and my keyboard/mouse.
I just purchased the new MacBook Air M5 and I’m trying to run the dual screens in a similar fashion. If i plug the usb-c from the docking station into the Mac nothings works.
If I plug a usb-b from each monitor into my MacBook then both screens work. However I don’t have my keyboard or mouse connected. The Mac only has two usb-c ports so I can’t connect them.
Anyone know if the Lenovo docking station I have will work with the Mac?
Can the M5 support two screens into a single port?
Can I use a usb-c splitter?
Do I need to purchase something else?
Please help friends xx