Displaylink ceases to work in 10.13.4

[Gastronaught]

To fix the below I connected to a different wireless network. the corporate WiFi has 802.1x authentication and I think this breaks airplay for display link - Oddly I have no issues Using reflector 3 to airplay to my mac over the same network.

I followed the instructions to enable the airplay display, got it to work extending to the displayLink airplay display. I then unplugged it and now cannot get airplay to reactivate when it is reconnected. I have tried rebooting, unplugging, replugging, modifying settings etc. all to no avail.

This is the article I followed to enable the DisplayLink Airplay functionality:
https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724

However I only ever see DisplayLinkStop now even when Airplay has not been activated and never just DisplayLink:

https://www.studentservices.hull.ac.uk/files/OnlyDisplayLinkStop.png

I have poked around in settings, carried out many reboots and tried changing when the DisplayLink device is connected nothing works. :(

[aehsmu]

The "how to" instructions for 10.13.4 beta 3 DOES work for 10.13.5.

Thanks!

At least I'm back to semi-normal.

Fascinating work-around.
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Eric H.
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[russjr08]

This new workaround works, thanks!

[Amarriner]

Did you follow the guide

https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724


What use to be plug and play is now jump through hoops, not very user friendly. 1080p looks hideous on my 25" screen. Its progress DL but you have a way to go yet to get this fixed.

Thanks you,

I did follow the instructions, Airplay doens't show in the menu bar, so went through "system preferences" connected to the Displaylink.
-Shows three monitors available for a few seconds, I can then only access the main one
then disconnects itself and I go back to clone.

Any suggestions?

[slvrscoobie]

i get clone mode, but my Clamshell'ed macbook with a displayport monitor and displaylink monitor only shows my appleTV as an airplay device. I dont get any security request or accessibility option in S&P either.
thoughts?

Hey! apparently Unplugging the displaylink was all it needed. as soon as I did, it popped up the displaylink agent, and then a few click, and boom, extended screen :D
Im back baby! only 3 months later!

[Khashoggi]

i get clone mode, but my Clamshell'ed macbook with a displayport monitor and displaylink monitor only shows my appleTV as an airplay device. I dont get any security request or accessibility option in S&P either.
thoughts?

Hey! apparently Unplugging the displaylink was all it needed. as soon as I did, it popped up the displaylink agent, and then a few click, and boom, extended screen :D
Im back baby! only 3 months later!

OK! That solved my problem as well to get it to finally pop-up as a choice. Unplug and re-plug the display link adaptor.

[Alanant]

Just reporting that 10.13.5 Beta 4 does not restore original functionality. Workaround is effective though.

[Wozzy]

Just reporting that 10.13.5 Beta 4 does not restore original functionality. Workaround is effective though.

It won't. Apple purposely closed off the way DL was working as it was considered a security risk that could also be exploited in a negative way so they are not going to roll back the change.

[Wozzy]

OK! That solved my problem as well to get it to finally pop-up as a choice. Unplug and re-plug the display link adaptor.

It does say that in the enablement instructions

https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724

Go to the Security & Privacy settings -> Privacy and then unplug your DisplayLink enabled device.

[Poly]

It won't. Apple purposely closed off the way DL was working as it was considered a security risk that could also be exploited in a negative way so they are not going to roll back the change.

That's interesting. Can you please elaborate further or provide a source?

[Wozzy]

That's interesting. Can you please elaborate further or provide a source?

Not really, NDA. Thats about all I can say.

[paulgee31]

One downside of an Airplay solution is the likes of Netflix won't play on any monitor due to HDCP protection using Safari, so you make have to switch to Chrome.

[Poly]

One downside of an Airplay solution is the likes of Netflix won't play on any monitor due to HDCP protection using Safari, so you make have to switch to Chrome.

That has always been an issue. HDCP never worked with DisplayLink, as far as I remember. :( Perhaps, some DisplayLink officials can give us some hope?

[DLguy]

Its really unfortunate I have a $200 USB hub and ethernet jack. If Apple did find a loop hole in the way DL works, there are ways to patch it. The easy way is to just terminate the support, :rolleyes:

[mail@redsnow.co.uk]

Getting ridiculous.

So far from what I understand there is still now way or work around to have my 'previous' TWO external monitors running of my macbook air.

It used to work so well :( so far the clone method and airport methods will still not enable my two monitors to work.

I really really can't be arsed to downgrade my mac update but believe me I will NEVER update my OS again.

This is totally ridiculous.

[vsun]

with great hope, I downloaded 4.3 beta 3 on my 2011 MacBook pro yesterday.

Tried to follow the instruction, but no popup window to ask for airPlay security. I managed to manually add the DisplayLinkUserAgent to the Accessibility, still, no airPlay icon, my hp 22cwa is not detected, invisible in System Preferences > Displays... :confused:

With 4.1, at least I can do mirroring... there seem to be other 2011 MacBook pro complaints regarding 4.3 beta, wondering if this version has some incompatibility issues?

DisplayLink dev, is there anything I can provide to help you debug this scenario? Or anybody has any suggestion on how to fix/workaround this?

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[update] Problem Resolved!

Turns out my non-detection problem is related to a faulty USB hub plug. All is well now. Good job DisplayLink! :)

[alex-swiftify]

Anybody knows how to set the 1366x768 default resolution on the MB168B monitor using the latest drivers?
Using the latest 4.3 Beta 3 on macOS 10.13.4.
When holding down the Option key to see all resolutions the closest I can get (without scaling) is 1024x768.

[foxfire]

Hi - I've got my MacBook Pro, using 10.13.4 hooked up to a DisplayLink hub so that I can use my Dell 34" curved WQHD (3440x1440) monitor for the detailed Photoshop and graphics work I do as a freelancer. The workaround is max 1080p and looks very blurry on this monitor and I can't work like this.

Am I holding out for something that's never going to happen if Apple has closed off certain parts of the code that allowed DisplayLink to work properly? I'm not sure what my plan B is going to be, but I can't do this for much longer.

I don't have the time to downgrade my MacOS and ensure all my years of finessing settings, profiles, scripts, tweaks aren't going to get lost in the process (yes I have proper backups, but that doesn't mean much when downgrading).

I'm sure the DisplayLink dev team is on it but is there a remote chance this problem can be fixed?

[dirkseidel]

I have a MacBook Air with two external monitors attached, one of them through DisplayLink. Except for the fact that my resolution is 1920x1200 so that I have two 60 pixel bars at the top and bottom of the screen the workaround worked fine after installing the beta version.

Unfortunately I have to uninstall/reinstall the driver every morning when I arrive at work. I have found no way of getting the separate display configuration to work again after unplugging the monitors when going home, putting the Mac to sleep and using it at home without the monitors. At work I tried just rebooting the machine, unplugging/plugging in the USB, switching between different configurations, nothing seems to work.

The third screen is virtually there and I can configure the positions of my three screens in the Mac screen settings. Also, my windows move to the third screen. Unfortunately the screen is not visible and only shows a clone of either of the other screens.

Hopefully this can be fixed soon as reinstalling/rebooting every morning is REALLY annoying, much worse than the wrong resolution.

[dizash]

I can confirm the new method (w/ the new DL Beta —>Useragent.app permission —>AirPlay works great on MacOS Beta 5 released 05/14/18. I'm using it on my mid-2012 MBAir - happy to finally have it back in clamshell mode and not using an Apple TV or SwitchRes App to workaround. This solution provides as close to the same setup/ functionality I had before upgrading.

Thanks to the DL Team for the continued effort!

[Gastronaught]

I have this working after toggling my firewall off then back on again.

[slvrscoobie]

anyone having issues with the 2nd display getting stuck in mirrrored mode?
Mine went to sleep and when it woke up both displays are mirrored.
I tried to turn off airplay, unplug, ect, but everytime it comes back it shows up as a mirrored monitor, even though the system THINKS there is a second monitor (mouse travels past edge of screen).

[RGloverii]

anyone having issues with the 2nd display getting stuck in mirrrored mode?
Mine went to sleep and when it woke up both displays are mirrored.
I tried to turn off airplay, unplug, ect, but everytime it comes back it shows up as a mirrored monitor, even though the system THINKS there is a second monitor (mouse travels past edge of screen).

I'm getting the same thing. I can't get the DisplayLink screen to work in extended mode. Even when AirPlay says it's being extended, it only displays what is on the primary screen.

[MC Ren]

It'd be really nice if they would just fix the issue already, the workaround makes a 2nd monitor usable, but for crying out loud, fix the issue!!!

[dirkseidel]

Unfortunately I have to uninstall/reinstall the driver every morning when I arrive at work. I have found no way of getting the separate display configuration to work again after unplugging the monitors when going home, putting the Mac to sleep and using it at home without the monitors. At work I tried just rebooting the machine, unplugging/plugging in the USB, switching between different configurations, nothing seems to work.

I just checked again. Putting the Mac to sleep without deattaching the screens and then waking it up causes no problems. It seems to be a combination of sleeping and deattaching which causes the need to reinstall for me.

[AlbanRampon]

Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4 will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3, and we can only recommend that you stay on macOS 10.13.3 or earlier if you require this feature and have not already updated. Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

We have now released DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 4 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=169) providing an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, using Apple AirPlay®. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display. This updated beta removes two main restrictions from last week's v4.3 beta 3: Wi-Fi no longer needs to be enabled, and the driver is allowed access through the system firewall. When starting the machine, AirPlay requires you to re-plug the device after login.

Please see the updated FAQ for details on how to enable the DisplayLink AirPlay display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Our team has made some solid progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS, but we are unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution at this time. We will provide an update on this thread as soon as we are able.

Thank you for your continued patience and we appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

[nenvue78]

I done everything you said. I got it running and there still no picture. I can’t even duplicate the screen. All I see is a black screen. If there no solution to this, I might end up returning it back to amazon.

[AlbanRampon]

I done everything you said. I got it running and there still no picture. I can’t even duplicate the screen. All I see is a black screen. If there no solution to this, I might end up returning it back to amazon.

Hello Nenvue78,
For individual cases, I would recommend a dedicated support ticket rather than this busy generic thread.
If you send an email to technical_enquiries@displaylink.com, stating what you are trying to achieve (how many displays, in which configuration), and with what machine (Apple product name and model year) and product (the one you got from Amazon), then we can guide you how to achieve this, or tell you straight away if it's not possible today.
Kind regards,
Alban

[challgren]

Well done! Has restored my 3rd display on Mac Mini (Late 2014)

[baspenny]

With the installation of the newest driver, my second monitor came back to live. Thanks! :):):):):)
My specs:

Macbook pro 13 inch mid 2012
macOS 10.13.4 (17E202)
Kernel version Darwin 17.5.0
USB32hdpro Startech

[Poly]

Dear DisplayLink Team,

can you please give us a vague prognosis,


whether a "dual extended display" mode will eventually work again, preferably at higher a resolution than 1080p (e.g. 1440p) with a future macOS release i.e. 10.13.5 or later. Is there hope? :confused:

Would you recommend to skip the current 10.13.4 entirely, because of the current limitations or lack of a decent API from Apple?

Is the current AirPlay API just an emergency workaround or permanent?

Will there be a new non-AirPlay API, or will you have to stick with AirPlay for a while? AirPlay is indeed limited to 1080p only, and AFAIK has no multiple display support.


Thanks!

[LarryG]

Running on 10.13.5 public beta - all working now. Thank you DisplayLink!

[dirkseidel]

It seems to be a combination of sleeping and deattaching which causes the need to reinstall for me.

With the new beta version the bugs I experienced are gone. Thanks!
The only downside for me with the current fix is the limitation to 1080p which leave some black bars on my screen. But I guess this is a limitation of using AirPlay and cannot be overcome by DisplayLink other than with their announced "real" fix in the future, or am I wong?

[Wozzy]

When are we going to see better resolution?

We run quad HD Dell Ultrasharp screens, 1080p looks awful on them, the is such a waste of expensive equipment (DL dock and screens) not being utilised fully.

[LarryG]

With the new beta version the bugs I experienced are gone. Thanks!
The only downside for me with the current fix is the limitation to 1080p which leave some black bars on my screen. But I guess this is a limitation of using AirPlay and cannot be overcome by DisplayLink other than with their announced "real" fix in the future, or am I wong?

Hi did you try going into display settings and holding down option when you click on scaled in resolutions to see if if gives you more resolutions to choose from. Worked for me.

[dirkseidel]

Hi did you try going into display settings and holding down option when you click on scaled in resolutions to see if if gives you more resolutions to choose from. Worked for me.

There is just 720p and 1080p.
Do you get options for higher resolutions than 1920x1080???

[Bob Basket]

Running on 10.13.5 public beta - all working now. Thank you DisplayLink!

With all working do you mean as it was with 10.13.3 or with the temp fix with airplay monitor?

[LarryG]

With all working do you mean as it was with 10.13.3 or with the temp fix with airplay monitor?

Yes airplay use as separate display monitor running at 1680x1050 plus using Thunderbolt display in addition to give 2 full size displays. This meets my needs.

[gpsutter]

I now have an extended monitor working, using AirPlay. Thank you. But there seems to be another gift from High Sierra: Blackened images on Safari on the Display Link monitor.

Chrome works perfectly. When I drag the Safari blackened image to another monitor, the image appears. This problem is probably more High Sierra than any hardware issue.

Someone suggested changing the Display profile in System Prefs from HD 709-A to sRGB IEC61966-2.1.

That's when I discovered that the DisplayLink monitor was locked on HD 709-A.

This is a relatively small price to pay to have my extended monitor back, but does anybody have any thoughts about my problem, or have it themselves?

[mark_jeff]

So every-time i plug my Dell Docking station in, running this version of the beta, and the Previous version of the beta, its a Lottery Chance that it will actually work.

there is no consistency to the setting up of the extended screen, after 10min i tend to just plug in a normal screen extender cable, but then means i loose all the Docking station Functionality.

[AlbanRampon]

Update: May 22nd
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4 will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3, and we can only recommend that you stay on macOS 10.13.3 or earlier if you require this feature and have not already updated. Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

We released DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 4 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?id=1150) providing an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, using Apple AirPlay®. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
Next week, we will be releasing DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta5. It will fix the update mechanism, so you don't have to uninstall the previous version before installing the new one. You will no longer need to replug your USB device after rebooting. We also have additional improvements we are trying to fit in that release.

Please see the FAQ for details on how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Our team has made some solid progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS, but we are unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution at this time. We will keep updating this thread as soon as we are able to.

Thank you for your continued patience and we appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

[daan]

When will support for 1200x1600 portrait mode be added? I still can't use my portrait-landscape-portrait setup (which has cost me an arm and a leg).

[make dsplyLink gr8t again]

Update: May 22nd
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4 will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3, and we can only recommend that you stay on macOS 10.13.3 or earlier if you require this feature and have not already updated. Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

We released DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 4 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?id=1150) providing an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, using Apple AirPlay®. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
Next week, we will be releasing DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta5. It will fix the update mechanism, so you don't have to uninstall the previous version before installing the new one. You will no longer need to replug your USB device after rebooting. We also have additional improvements we are trying to fit in that release.

Please see the FAQ for details on how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Our team has made some solid progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS, but we are unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution at this time. We will keep updating this thread as soon as we are able to.

Thank you for your continued patience and we appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

It's all in the title: Please make the permanent fix NOT-reliant on AirPlay. I don't have AirPlay.

[RainbowShooter]

When will support for 1200x1600 portrait mode be added? I still can't use my portrait-landscape-portrait setup (which has cost me an arm and a leg).

SNAP!

Another vote for needing rotation soon!

[daan]

SNAP!

Another vote for needing rotation soon!

YES

And more resolutions.

[jsox78]

I appreciate the progress, but at this point I'm still having all types of issues.

I'm currently running a 2016 13" MacBook Pro on 10.13.5 Beta 5 with the latest DisplayLink Beta Driver 4.3 Beta 4.

I can get things up and running, but it seems that something crashes every few minutes as the displays go blank and then come back after 5 to 10 seconds.

I'm running two Dell P2016 monitors connected to a Startech DK30CH2DPPD via DisplayPort.

Looking forward to finally getting this resolved.

[foxfire]

Last year, I was at a tech conference where Satya Nadella said "Over the coming years, we are deploying an aggressive strategy to increase our Windows user base significantly".

Now it makes sense.

Seriously though, my entire set up doesn't work anymore and cost me a ton of money, all to be undone by a MacOS update not playing nicely with DL software. This is a massive liability since I rely on it professionally. With this knowledge, I need to investigate what I can do as to not rely on DL software going forward. Even if DL fixes it for the current release version of MacOS, we could be having the same issue & conversation after the next MacOS update. My confidence in DL software for MacOS has - unfortunately - all but disappeared.

*dusting off Windows for Dummies*

[Wozzy]

What is the ETA for a final release.

Betas are all well and good and we can see progress but we will not distribute a beta to our users.

What we need to see is more resolutions and easier setup.

[State_from_Jake_Farm]

Come on people please be patient! They will release a new version sometime within our lifetimes!

And let us try to be fair, it's not like they were aware of this issue since Mac OS X 10.13.4 Beta 1 was released on 1/24/2018. :D:D

[qmclaugh]

Read about the Airplay workaround but this fails too. I have DisplayLinkUserAgent approved as an app to control my computer in the Security and Privacy settings. I have a freshly installed macbook pro (2014) with no previous display link drivers. I installed new driver, allowed the Display Link software in privacy settings, set the DisplayLinkUserAgent to be allowed - and nothing shows up in airplay. Mirroring option is checked in Display Settings.

Now what?

[Wozzy]

Come on people please be patient! They will release a new version sometime within our lifetimes!

And let us try to be fair, it's not like they were aware of this issue since Mac OS X 10.13.4 Beta 1 was released on 1/24/2018. :D:D

DL have known the way they were implementing the driver would be closed by Apple for over 12 months.

When you have hundreds and hundreds of users with expensive DisplayLink devices not being able to use them you really need it to be ASAP

[State_from_Jake_Farm]

DL have known the way they were implementing the driver would be closed by Apple for over 12 months.

When you have hundreds and hundreds of users with expensive DisplayLink devices not being able to use them you really need it to be ASAP

I was being sarcastic, my dude. To be fair we don't know what the situation at DL is / was regarding this issue (if they have the resources available to respond to situations like this, technical hurdles they encountered etc).

[tommiy]

Thought I would come back and see how this issue has been resolved. I've had to move to a windows machine at work due to this problem so I no longer have it. No more MAC machines in the enterprise too much a headache to support them being locked down to apple specific solutions with no consideration to the market.

But I see that the solution is limited resolution and extending to only a single display. While I don't like windows lack of stability it does still function and enable display link with greater capability than the apple crippled support thats provided airplay.

I don;t see this going any where for MACs its obvious with this tack that Apple will not restore what was in use by the industry. Guess that all but kills displaylink on macs with such limited capabilities.

Sad state of affairs but then again it is apple. Go buy a much higher priced solution is the only option or move to a lower priced windows machine that support 4k displays and many extended options.

[daan]

I'm thinking of selling my Kensington DisplayLink Dock and move to a Sonnet
Breakaway Puck.

While a Thunderbolt solution is more inconvenient with all the steps connecting and disconnecting at least I can use all my monitors in the way DisplayLink is supposed to work.

[smp999]

Well - the temp solution that was working has now failed me. It's back to clone mode and I cannot get to work properly. I have uninstalled and re-installed beta4. Nothing. I have set the security settings and unplugged the ubs device. No luck. I will try tomorrow.

[XoneMark]

Well - the temp solution that was working has now failed me. It's back to clone mode and I cannot get to work properly. I have uninstalled and re-installed beta4. Nothing. I have set the security settings and unplugged the ubs device. No luck. I will try tomorrow.

I have a Mac Mini setup with a Thunderbolt Display and 2x 20 inch Cinema Displays and one of the Cinema Displays is setup to use the DisplayLink adapter. After you shutdown or reboot the Display Link monitor will only run as a clone UNLESS you disable your Firewall in the security settings.

You will need to disable the firewall, then unplug the adapter, then plug the adapter back in before you can use the extended display option again.

Once you extend the screen to the extra display you can reactivate the Firewall if you want to. You'll still have to do this every day until they get the software updated. Hope this helps somebody.

[smp999]

Yep - that was it - thanks.

That's the main reason I posted. I was hoping someone would see the solution.

[Poly]

Any news regarding today's macOS 10.13.5 release? :confused:

[nicolas]

Any update for 10.13.4? thanks :eek:

[nicolas]

Any news regarding today's macOS 10.13.5 release? :confused:

:eek::eek::eek:

[State_from_Jake_Farm]

Today's 10.13.5 release? Not seeing anything as of 7:35 AM PST.

[Poly]

Today's 10.13.5 release? Not seeing anything as of 7:35 AM PST.

Yes, I was a bit over-optimistic due to the iOS 11.4 release. But you can expect the macOS 10.13.5 within the next days though, since they are closely tied to major iOS releases.

[AlbanRampon]

Update: May 31st
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4 will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3, and we can only recommend that you stay on macOS 10.13.3 or earlier if you require this feature and have not already updated. Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

Today, we released DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=175) providing an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, using Apple AirPlay®. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta5 fixes the update mechanism, so you don't have to uninstall the previous version before installing the new one. You no longer need to re-plug your USB device after rebooting, and, with the accessibility permission, AirPlay display will also automatically be reactivated when docking and after rebooting. I preferred delaying this message to postponing the delivery of these usability improvements you asked for.

Please see the simplified FAQ for details on how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Our team has made some solid progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS, but we are unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution at this time. We will provide an update on this thread as soon as we are able to do so.

Thank you for your continued patience. We appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

[wesdonohue]

The upgrade mechanism still seems to be broken. I had to completely uninstall to get beta 5 working. Otherwise this seems to be solid progress. Looking forward to the full fix.

[phrogg]

Yes, I was a bit over-optimistic due to the iOS 11.4 release. But you can expect the macOS 10.13.5 within the next days though, since they are closely tied to major iOS releases.

This seems reasonable since the 10.13.6 Developer Release and now the Public Beta releases have already been pushed out. It is odd that 10.13.5 has not been released yet!

[Alanant]

Just reporting that the problem persists with 10.13.6 Beta 1.

[displayhero]

so basically all we got today is just a variation to how the driver installs........

what about the users who dont have airplay??

i have an apple thunderbolt display hooked up to my 2009 desktop, and an acer monitor that has been blank for nearly 2 months now.

any work around for this??

[Wozzy]

Just reporting that the problem persists with 10.13.6 Beta 1.

Yes and it will do. It is not for Apple to fix but for DisplayLink to sort out

It does sound like the Airplay "fix" is temporary and we will get a better solution in the future.

[Mr.T.]

Upgraded to 4.3 beta 5 this morning. Seems to have fixed the network issue now. But DisplayLink still doesn't show up in AirPlay options.

[chadeeven]

I'm running 10.13.4 on my MacBook Air. The 4.3 beta 3 worked when it first came out for me. But I installed the beta 4 last week and all I get on my usb monitor is the same blank screen that I got when I upgraded to 10.13.4. I tried uninstalling beta 4 and reinstalling beta 3 and it still doesn't work. I tried installing beta 5 that just came out and no change. I followed the instructions that were posted. The DisplayLink doesn't even show up in my airplay. I've granted permissions for DisplayLinkUserAgent in Accessibility.

I think the first way to solve my problem is understanding why DisplayLink isn't showing up in my Airplay. Can anyone help?:):):)

[Wozzy]

4.3 beta 5 all working.

Res is still stuck at 1080p but you can install a 3rd party tool to switch the res

Shareware
http://www.madrau.com/srx_download/download.html

Free
https://github.com/avibrazil/RDM

DisplayLink - are you able to incorporate the above into DL?

[Neo.aka.Darkman]

DisplayLink Driver v.4.3 beta 5 on 10.14 Beta 1 is only in clone mode. No matter if AirPlay is active.

UPD: After reboot I have options to use one DisplayLink Monitor as extended Display and another as cloned display

[pacmanbneNL]

Was hoping that the macOS Mojave would be the miracle fix but sadly No, Same problems still persist. I guess the upside is at least display link beta5 still works as a band aid.

[daan]

4.3 beta 5 all working.

Res is still stuck at 1080p but you can install a 3rd party tool to switch the res

Shareware
http://www.madrau.com/srx_download/download.html

Free
https://github.com/avibrazil/RDM

DisplayLink - are you able to incorporate the above into DL?

Will those tools enable 1600x1200?
And rotation?

[Schrooten]

Great tip about the resolution ! I use a different tool ( https://github.com/Eun/DisableMonitor ) to set the resolution of my external screen, but 2560x1440 works great, while my macbook air has normal resolution.

[GlennBruy]

Beta 5 made it worse again for me. No mirroring possible. sigh…

[RainbowShooter]

Will those tools enable 1600x1200?
And rotation?

I don't think any of the current solutions support rotation, unfortunately.

[MC Ren]

Beta 5 made it worse again for me. No mirroring possible. sigh…
I thought the same, uninstall, reboot, reinstall. I had to do that to get beta 5 to work.

[paultzirides]

Was hoping that the macOS Mojave would be the miracle fix but sadly No, Same problems still persist. I guess the upside is at least display link beta5 still works as a band aid.

Mojave is still firmly in beta territory, and you can expect significant changes between now and the final release. Beta OS releases are never a magic bullet.

[AlbanRampon]

Update: June 6th
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4, or newer, will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3 and below.
Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?id=1169) currently provides an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, 10.13.5 and 10.14 first developer preview, using Apple AirPlay® on machines with that feature. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
An FAQ details how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Our team made solid progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS. As daily users of the technology across the organisation, we truly understand how disruptive this loss of functionality affecting the full ecosystem is. However, we are still unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution today. We will provide an update on this thread as soon as we are able.

Thank you for your extended patience. We appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

[tommiy]

Thanks for the continuing little to no information on any progress.

After half a year of the product no longer functioning on Macs I think we can the time of death as being back at the first beta of 1013.4.

Its obvious that there will be no progress to return the original capabilities on DisplayLink to Mac users and that we all just need to find another solution.

Appears that the security certificate for this site has also now expired and chrome, safari now state that the Site is untrustworthy.

[Wozzy]

Thanks for the continuing little to no information on any progress.

After half a year of the product no longer functioning on Macs I think we can the time of death as being back at the first beta of 1013.4.

Its obvious that there will be no progress to return the original capabilities on DisplayLink to Mac users and that we all just need to find another solution.

Appears that the security certificate for this site has also now expired and chrome, safari now state that the Site is untrustworthy.

I noticed this. DL certainly taking the eye off the ball here.

When will we see a final product.

[aehsmu]

I am an Apple Developer and installed the first beta of macOS Mojave.

The current DL beta does support one external monitor as described for High Sierra.

At least the current workaround will function with the next version of macOS.

Thank you DL, for your on-going efforts.

[MC Ren]

Update: June 6th
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Our team made solid progress towards finding a solution

Thank you for your extended patience. We appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban
Solid progress? It's been over 5 months, I would not consider that solid progress. This is ridiculous.

[Poly]

Any updates or hopes regarding macOS 10.4 Mojave functionality ?

By the way, your SSL Certificate expired and the main www.displaylink.com website is down! What's going on?

Does DisplayLink still exist as a company?

https://preview.ibb.co/gsMGOT/2018_06_06_16_53_43.jpg (https://ibb.co/mXseco)


UPDATE: Seems to be fixed. A new SSL certificate was issued. But you still need to make www.displaylink.com run via HTTPS://

[tommiy]

Has anyone found an alternative to doing multiple extended monitors from a MAC at a reasonable price and greater than 1080? Need to migrate away from Displaylink to use my second monitor effectively.

[daan]

Has anyone found an alternative to doing multiple extended monitors from a MAC at a reasonable price and greater than 1080? Need to migrate away from Displaylink to use my second monitor effectively.

Reasonable price is relative but the Sonnet Breakaway Puck is an alternative.

[Poly]

Reasonable price is relative but the Sonnet Breakaway Puck is an alternative.

It's not really an alternative, it's an eGPU and thus it requires a Thunderbolt 3 port. If you do have a Thunderbolt 3 port, you probably have 2-4 ports already and can conveniently connect your external screens directly, or you can use a port splitter and run two screens off one port. Latest MacBook Pros utilize Thunderbolt 3 ports only.

Not so much the single MacBook 12" port that is unfortunately only a USB 3 (5Gbit/s) port with a USB-C connector. Apple decided not to include the Alpine Ridge TB3 controller at the time of MacBook 12" release. Thus, DisplayLink was the only working solution for extended dual screen support. :(

Also nowadays, in enterprise environments there are often standardized work desks and meeting rooms that just have a single USB cord attached to a (hidden) port replicator utilizing DisplayLink technology to prevent staff ripping various cables apart and leave a mess after. That single cord solution works very well with Windows PCs but not so much with Macs anymore. :mad:

At home you can pretty much do what you want! Get a new Mac (with TB3 ports) or use e.g. a Matrox DualHead2Go adaptor for older Mac models or whatever. I'm stressing the struggle in enterprise environments here since the DisplayLink support was abruptly terminated by Apple with 10.13.4.

I'm tired of waiting and have rising concerns regarding security while keeping my Mac on macOS 10.13.3. Let's just hope that the DisplayLink team is working fast towards a solid solution.

[daan]

It's not really an alternative, it's an eGPU and thus it requires a Thunderbolt 3 port. If you do have a Thunderbolt 3 port, you probably have 2-4 ports already and can conveniently connect your external screens directly, or you can use a port splitter and run two screens off one port. Latest MacBook Pros utilize Thunderbolt 3 ports only.

Not so much the single MacBook 12" port that is unfortunately only a USB 3 (5Gbit/s) port with a USB-C connector. Apple decided not to include the Alpine Ridge TB3 controller at the time of MacBook 12" release. Thus, DisplayLink was the only working solution for extended dual screen support. :(

Also nowadays, in enterprise environments there are often standardized work desks and meeting rooms that just have a single USB cord attached to a (hidden) port replicator utilizing DisplayLink technology to prevent staff ripping various cables apart and leave a mess after. That single cord solution works very well with Windows PCs but not so much with Macs anymore. :mad:

At home you can pretty much do what you want! Get a new Mac (with TB3 ports) or use e.g. a Matrox DualHead2Go adaptor for older Mac models or whatever. I'm stressing the struggle in enterprise environments here since the DisplayLink support was abruptly terminated by Apple with 10.13.4.

I'm tired of waiting and have rising concerns regarding security while keeping my Mac on macOS 10.13.3. Let's just hope that the DisplayLink team is working fast towards a solid solution.

It's not an alternative in your use case. But it is an alternative to other use cases as stated in the question I answered.

As such it might also work as an incentive for DisplayLink to fix their product support before people jump ship.

[justaskingaquestion]

I have one of the newest MBP 15in with TB3 ports, and I've been sticking with MacOS 10.13.3 ever since this problem emerged for fear of losing my display. Looking into it again, I see some confusing reports about whether this problem only exists for older models or if it is an issue for me as well. Can somebody help clarify?

I have

2017 MBP 15in with 4 TB3
Dell P2715Q 4k display, though I've been running it at 2560x1440 because everything is too small otherwise (I've only ever connected to this display via DisplayLink so I don't know if directly connecting gives me any more flexibility here)
I also use DisplayLink for mouse/keyboard/ethernet
I used to use DisplayLink for audio, though I've found that to be a very poor quality connection, especially when the computer is doing any heavy lifting.

With this setup, if I upgrade to 10.13.4 or later, will I still have to use the workaround via AirDisplay? If so, will I be able to use 2560x1440?

If I am limited to 1080p, does anybody have any recommendations for alternate hardware/hubs that can meet my needs in newer MacOS? When I bought this late last year I thought DisplayLink was the ticket, but maybe not?

[Poly]

I have one of the newest MBP 15in with TB3 ports, and I've been sticking with MacOS 10.13.3 ever since this problem emerged for fear of losing my display. Looking into it again, I see some confusing reports about whether this problem only exists for older models or if it is an issue for me as well. Can somebody help clarify?

I have

2017 MBP 15in with 4 TB3
Dell P2715Q 4k display, though I've been running it at 2560x1440 because everything is too small otherwise (I've only ever connected to this display via DisplayLink so I don't know if directly connecting gives me any more flexibility here)
I also use DisplayLink for mouse/keyboard/ethernet
I used to use DisplayLink for audio, though I've found that to be a very poor quality connection, especially when the computer is doing any heavy lifting.

With this setup, if I upgrade to 10.13.4 or later, will I still have to use the workaround via AirDisplay? If so, will I be able to use 2560x1440?

If I am limited to 1080p, does anybody have any recommendations for alternate hardware/hubs that can meet my needs in newer MacOS? When I bought this late last year I thought DisplayLink was the ticket, but maybe not?

Of course you can connect your 4k display directly to the Mac either via TB3-to-DisplayPort or TB3-to-HDMI dongle. It gives you more flexibility and probably a higher refresh rate at 60Hz if you choose DisplayPort. Adapters can be purchased from Apple or 3rd party vendors via an online shop of your choice.

If you upgrade to 10.13.5 (.4 is deprecated) and you still want to connect your monitor via DisplayLink then you won't be able to run your screen at 4k or hi-dpi scaled resolutions (e.g. 2560x1440). The current beta driver is a poor workaround and provides only two inferior options, clone mode and extended (2nd) AirPlay display that is limited to 1080p – a terrible resolution choice for a 4k display. Other ports such as USB, Ethernet and audio won't be affected after upgrade.

[jac43]

Just updated my OS in the forlorn hope this issue would be fixed. Seems though Display Link doesn't have an Apple ID. Also, the options in the Settings/Privacy no longer allows for the use of non-id software/apps though the apple website shows that it can :-( Macbook Air 1914.

I purchased the Asus USB display for use while travelling - time to discard I am sad to say.

[Schrooten]

The current beta driver is a poor workaround and provides only two inferior options, clone mode and extended (2nd) AirPlay display that is limited to 1080p – a terrible resolution choice for a 4k display.

you can use an external app to set the resolution of your 4K display. Its not limited to 1080p. Works great on my macbook air with an external fujitsu display.

[alex-swiftify]

you can use an external app to set the resolution of your 4K display. Its not limited to 1080p. Works great on my macbook air with an external fujitsu display.

Which one?
I am yet trying to figure out a workaround to achieve a native (1366x768) resolution for the ASUS MB168B display, while the closest I can get while holding down the Option key inside System Preferences -> Displays is 1024x768.
Tried SwitchResX, as well as the following guide (https://www.tonymacx86.com/threads/adding-using-hidpi-custom-resolutions.133254/) with no luck so far.

P.S. Tools like RDM or DisableMonitor also do not list the native 1366x768 resolution:
http://take.ms/ISfgM

[AlbanRampon]

Update: June 12th
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4, or newer, will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3 and below.
Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=175) currently provides an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, 10.13.5 and 10.14 first developer preview, using Apple AirPlay® on machines with that feature. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
An FAQ details how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Our team made solid progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS. As daily users of the technology ourselves, we truly understand how disruptive this loss of functionality affecting the full ecosystem can be. Despite getting close to being able to communicate more about progress and roll out, we are still unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution today. We will provide an update on this thread as soon as we are able.

Thank you for your extended patience. We appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

[donluca]

Dear Alban,

thank you for the update. I'm using the latest beta on Mac OS 10.13.5 and it's working and I can finally extend my desktop again.

I still have one major issue, though: There are no ways to rotate the screen and I have my screen in portrait mode.

I have tried everything, pressing CMD+Option while clicking monitor, using external softwares, etc..., to no avail.

One of the software I've used said that the monitor didn't support rotation which is not true because before I could rotate the monitor without problems.

Please try looking into this, although I'm afraid this could be an Airplay limitation.

Thanks

[AlbanRampon]

Dear Alban,

thank you for the update. I'm using the latest beta on Mac OS 10.13.5 and it's working and I can finally extend my desktop again.

I still have one major issue, though: There are no ways to rotate the screen and I have my screen in portrait mode.

I have tried everything, pressing CMD+Option while clicking monitor, using external softwares, etc..., to no avail.

One of the software I've used said that the monitor didn't support rotation which is not true because before I could rotate the monitor without problems.

Please try looking into this, although I'm afraid this could be an Airplay limitation.

Thanks
Thank you for your message DonLuca,
Unfortunately, you are correct and rotation is not available on AirPlay.

[Poly]

Thank you for your message DonLuca,
Unfortunately, you are correct and rotation is not available on AirPlay.

Hello Alban,

if you eventually roll out that precious fix, will it still be utilizing AirPlay i.e. no rotation?

Did the team have a chance to speed up progress by attending WWDC?


Keeping fingers crossed for a soon fix!

https://media.giphy.com/media/l0NwNrl4BtDD7JCx2/giphy.gif

[Mr.T.]

I installed the 10.13.5 today and I am able to use AirPlay now, where as before DisplayLink would not show up in the list of AirPlay options. Still not the solution I was hoping for, but it eliminates the extra cable running to my MBP for now.

[rmandelbaum]

Is there a email list to get on so we know when it is released?

Also if I were using Apple displays would this work without the driver.

[donluca]

Thank you for your message DonLuca,
Unfortunately, you are correct and rotation is not available on AirPlay.

I feared that would be the problem. So it's not an issue which can be solved since it's a limitation of the AirPlay protocol.

Hopefully you'll manage to come up with a good solution.
Thankfully the displaylink was my fourth monitor which served as a remote control for my Android smartphone, so it's not a huge loss, but since I've paid for the device, I really hope this will get sorted out soon (it's been almost 6 months, time flies).

[86celticsrule]

I'm curious if AirPlay will be the tool used in the ultimate solution. I have a dozen users on the same network trying to use the AirPlay solution and this driver works for one reboot if you're lucky. Will the adapter work as it did in the past? In other words, are these betas more like a release candidate or a quick patch to try?

[donluca]

I think Airplay is more like an emergency solution than anything else.

I also get *very* random behavior every time I boot my Mac.

Sometime it works, sometime it messes up all my screens, sometime it just doesn't work at all.

As of now I've just thrown my displaylink device in a drawer and will wait until a better solution comes up.

EDIT: I've read that someone here in this thread is using the Mojave beta. If you read this, can you tell me if they added the option to rotate the screen on Airplay displays? Thanks.

[Chris 100]

4.3 Beta 5 is causing loss of mouse control when the system wakes up from sleep. Its so bad I cannot even control it long enough to choose "restart" from the apple menu.

Had to disable the user agent, but now it is necessary to re-plug the monitor each time system wakes up.

Going to look and see if 4.3 Beta 3 is still around -- didn't have those problems with that version.

[State_from_Jake_Farm]

4.3 Beta 5 is causing loss of mouse control when the system wakes up from sleep. Its so bad I cannot even control it long enough to choose "restart" from the apple menu.

Had to disable the user agent, but now it is necessary to re-plug the monitor each time system wakes up.

Going to look and see if 4.3 Beta 3 is still around -- didn't have those problems with that version.

The exact same issue occurs on my Macbook Pro as well. I had to force-shutdown my computer as I couldn't reboot or select and Finder options (including keyboard shortcuts) without the Airplay / DisplayLink agent repeatedly attempting to connect.

[AlbanRampon]

I think Airplay is more like an emergency solution than anything else.

I also get *very* random behavior every time I boot my Mac.

Sometime it works, sometime it messes up all my screens, sometime it just doesn't work at all.

As of now I've just thrown my displaylink device in a drawer and will wait until a better solution comes up.

EDIT: I've read that someone here in this thread is using the Mojave beta. If you read this, can you tell me if they added the option to rotate the screen on Airplay displays? Thanks.

You are correct, we never considered AirPlay as a permanent solution because of its limitations. We even hesitated enabling this, but we believe having something temporary with limitations is better than nothing at all.
The very first developer preview of Mojave does not bring any change in this area.

Kind regards,
Alban

[MAC]

After waiting all this while, and deliberating I just decided to go back to Sierra. Today, took the time to do it and about 6 hours later I have got my display link monitors all back and happily working.

I know it sucks, but I would rather have my monitors than wait for ever.

[Neo.aka.Darkman]

EDIT: I've read that someone here in this thread is using the Mojave beta. If you read this, can you tell me if they added the option to rotate the screen on Airplay displays? Thanks.

still no rotate option in mojave.

[tommiy]

So nothing in Mojave to fix display link problems on MAC. That means at the very best to align with the Displaylink release that the issue would be fixed in a Apple release is the one past Mojave. Its obvious this is never going to work on a Mac again and if it is then DisplayLink should be able to say when. The wording of an apple release to fix it simply means that they can not do anything. Think everyone that still has one of these will be waiting a very long time....probably at least another year. After all its already been 6 months since DisplayLink knew that this would not work with 10.13.4.

Glad I got rid of mine months ago now when the first release with that wading came out....that sealed the position.

[NikoNorth]

Stop blaming Apple and put money into fixing your driver.
If you can't fix this, I want my money back.
Or maybe we should consider gathering all owners and build a lawsuit. This is a work tool and it has greatly hurt my productivity.

Please fix this, don't wait for Apple.
It's hardware and software, nothing is impossible.

Niko

[MAC]

Stop blaming Apple and put money into fixing your driver.
If you can't fix this, I want my money back.
Or maybe we should consider gathering all owners and build a lawsuit. This is a work tool and it has greatly hurt my productivity.
Niko

Perhaps, not the right answer. But, I was facing the same issue, just downgraded to Sierra and got all the three monitors working. I would suggest the same, till DisplayLink and Apple figure it out, not using the monitors are never the solution.

[njoerd]

Perhaps, not the right answer. But, I was facing the same issue, just downgraded to Sierra and got all the three monitors working. I would suggest the same, till DisplayLink and Apple figure it out, not using the monitors are never the solution.

Are you serious? If I get you right, this sounds like a bad joke to me: "Don't update if you want to keep your system usable" - Seems to be pretty bad choice for a dev who might be interested in testing his software against the current OS version - Not to speak of those who just want to keep systems up to date for security's sake.

This is a major problem and that hacky solution with Airplays ist just a bad joke - the product was sold as a Triple Display Docking Station to my company and was considered to be the best one-cable-solution since it had full Mac OS X compatibility - however, the product just got broken - it's insane to advice somebody to not update his OS just because of some faulty drivers - you had one job - and failed.

I'd consider filing a lawsuit as well - product stopped working, no solution -> useless product to me.

[MC Ren]

Are you serious? If I get you right, this sounds like a bad joke to me: "Don't update if you want to keep your system usable" - Seems to be pretty bad choice for a dev who might be interested in testing his software against the current OS version - Not to speak of those who just want to keep systems up to date for security's sake.

This is a major problem and that hacky solution with Airplays ist just a bad joke - the product was sold as a Triple Display Docking Station to my company and was considered to be the best one-cable-solution since it had full Mac OS X compatibility - however, the product just got broken - it's insane to advice somebody to not update his OS just because of some faulty drivers - you had one job - and failed.

I'd consider filing a lawsuit as well - product stopped working, no solution -> useless product to me.

You are 100% correct, this is an absolute joke!

FIX THE ISSUE ALREADY! You've had months now, maybe you should find some new developers if the ones you currently have are incapable.

[donluca]

You are correct, we never considered AirPlay as a permanent solution because of its limitations. We even hesitated enabling this, but we believe having something temporary with limitations is better than nothing at all.
The very first developer preview of Mojave does not bring any change in this area.

Kind regards,
Alban

I see, thanks for the replies.

Can you provide a "safe" way to roll back to High Sierra 10.13.3?
I don't have a Time Machine backup and, honestly, I don't want to re-install everything from scratch.

I've read something about downloading the 10.3.3 combo update and installing that, can anyone elaborate on this?

[wild4gadgets]

+1 to everyone that has previously posted to this forum about the High Sierra issue. Downgrading to Sierra is not an option for me as my company will not allow us to use anything other than High Sierra due to security reasons. So the $200 I spent on my Targus dock has resulted in pretty much zero value to me. And Targus refuses to give me a refund since it was purchased via a dealer and not direct.

So...I have a very nice, completely useless $200 brick sitting on my desk. And to make things worse, I had to spend another $100 on dongles in order to use my displays. Which was exactly why I purchased the dock in the first place.

Get this issue fixed ASAP please....this is completely ridiculous.

[MAC]

I see, thanks for the replies.

Can you provide a "safe" way to roll back to High Sierra 10.13.3?
I don't have a Time Machine backup and, honestly, I don't want to re-install everything from scratch.

I've read something about downloading the 10.3.3 combo update and installing that, can anyone elaborate on this?

Combo updates don't work I have tried. The only downloadable install I could find was Sierra, so I reverted to that. I am still exploring on how to install 10.13.3 over it; will drop in a message if I figure it out. The issue is that when-ever you try to upgrade to High Sierra, it downloads and install 10.13.5, which clearly defeats the purpose.

Now that, Mojave Beta 2 is released perhaps it's fixed or maybe not; I am hoping someone who has Mojave Beta can drop a line.

+1 to everyone that has previously posted to this forum about the High Sierra issue. Downgrading to Sierra is not an option for me as my company will not allow us to use anything other than High Sierra due to security reasons.
Get this issue fixed ASAP please....this is completely ridiculous.

Hmm. I am still look at possible solutions to just upgrade back to 10.13.3 and we can perhaps keep it that for the time being at-the-least.


You are 100% correct, this is an absolute joke!

FIX THE ISSUE ALREADY! You've had months now, maybe you should find some new developers if the ones you currently have are incapable.

+1 for that. What surprises me is why Display Link and the developers don't have an exact time line or perhaps something that says 'Okay. The fix is in Mojave'. But, all we are hearing is vague stuff.

Display Link developers, please update us!

[AlbanRampon]

Update: June 20th
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4, or newer, will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3 and below.
Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=175) currently provides an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, 10.13.5 and the first two 10.14 developer previews, using Apple AirPlay® on machines with that feature. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
An FAQ details how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Our team have made further progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS. As daily users of the technology ourselves, we truly understand how disruptive this loss of functionality affecting the ecosystem can be.
We have had positive developments on being able to communicate a roll out plan for this long term fix, but for the time being remain unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution.
Resolving this issue remains the highest priority for us and we will continue to provide regular updates as we move towards this.

Thank you for your extended patience. We appreciate your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

[paultzirides]

Eeeeasy folks, threatening people isn't going to get the issue solved any faster.

The DisplayLink team, as well as every developer on the planet, cannot control how Apple changes their operating system. If the DL team built their software and drivers using some components of the OS that Apple removed or changed, it may be difficult or impossible to update the DL software and drivers as-is. The next version of the OS is still in beta, which means that there are a great deal of things that are still changing, and any updates the team makes now are an attempt to hit a moving target. They may get the BETA drivers working on a BETA OS, but the next version of the beta may break things again, so giving a hard release date might be impossible with the software in its current state, and the DL team may need to wait until certain parts of the OS are more stable before they can start building new drivers.

Quite often, Apple makes changes that affect developers and software functionality. A point release may suddenly affect a piece of software you use without warning, because Apple made a change the developer did not anticipate. The DL team may need to rewrite the drivers completely from the ground up, or they may be in a holding pattern until things stabilize.

Either way, yelling louder will not fix this problem faster. I think it sucks, too, and I'm upset that I have a product that doesn't do all the things I want it to, but the DL team has a great track record of making progress, even when facing really difficult challenges. Give them a little bit, I'm sure they'll be able to get this one fixed, too.

[Poly]

Our team have made further progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS.

You say "in a future release of macOS". I am very concerned that the full fix might only work with macOS Mojave. I'd like to point out that – as usual – not all 3rd party applications will be fully macOS Mojave compatible at its release. It is healthy to postpone a major OS update and check application compatibility for a private user, but it is always the case in enterprise environments. Mojave is a very special case! It will phase-out 32 bit support. A lot of users/businesses won't be updating immediately to Mojave because many (business critical) applications are still not 64 bit ready.

It would be highly inconvenient if the fix worked only with macOS Mojave! Please provide a full fix – not a workaround – for the latest HighSierra as well.

[Wozzy]

Eeeeasy folks, threatening people isn't going to get the issue solved any faster.

The DisplayLink team, as well as every developer on the planet, cannot control how Apple changes their operating system. If the DL team built their software and drivers using some components of the OS that Apple removed or changed, it may be difficult or impossible to update the DL software and drivers as-is. The next version of the OS is still in beta, which means that there are a great deal of things that are still changing, and any updates the team makes now are an attempt to hit a moving target. They may get the BETA drivers working on a BETA OS, but the next version of the beta may break things again, so giving a hard release date might be impossible with the software in its current state, and the DL team may need to wait until certain parts of the OS are more stable before they can start building new drivers.

Quite often, Apple makes changes that affect developers and software functionality. A point release may suddenly affect a piece of software you use without warning, because Apple made a change the developer did not anticipate. The DL team may need to rewrite the drivers completely from the ground up, or they may be in a holding pattern until things stabilize.

Either way, yelling louder will not fix this problem faster. I think it sucks, too, and I'm upset that I have a product that doesn't do all the things I want it to, but the DL team has a great track record of making progress, even when facing really difficult challenges. Give them a little bit, I'm sure they'll be able to get this one fixed, too.

DL wre informed of this change well in advance by Apple, possibly upto 12 months but still failed to fix. So I think they have had long enough. This isn't just the odd user complaint here larger corps like IBM use Mac's and DisplayLink, think how much it is can be effecting productivity, think how much money has been spent on DL devices that are currently next to useless.

Again we see the post about 4.3 beta 5, so ok progress but its BETA. Places like IBM can't allow beta software to be used on mass, it need to be final before allowing staff to install.

[User112]

DL wre informed of this change well in advance by Apple, possibly upto 12 months but still failed to fix. So I think they have had long enough. This isn't just the odd user complaint here larger corps like IBM use Mac's and DisplayLink, think how much it is can be effecting productivity, think how much money has been spent on DL devices that are currently next to useless.

Again we see the post about 4.3 beta 5, so ok progress but its BETA. Places like IBM can't allow beta software to be used on mass, it need to be final before allowing staff to install.

*affecting

[tommiy]

So the update on progress is the same update on progress from months ago.

1. Positive progress made. Statement no facts supporting it.
2. Can not tell you about the progress made. Obviously not enough to get to even a beta stage.
3. A future update of the OS is involved. An open ended statement which provides no target leaving possibilities endless on date.

All things point to nothing being available in any point in the near to medium term future.

[MC Ren]

So the update on progress is the same update on progress from months ago.

1. Positive progress made. Statement no facts supporting it.
2. Can not tell you about the progress made. Obviously not enough to get to even a beta stage.
3. A future update of the OS is involved. An open ended statement which provides no target leaving possibilities endless on date.

All things point to nothing being available in any point in the near to medium term future.

You forgot appreciating our patience, lol.

Seriously, this is ridiculous.

[donluca]

Our team have made further progress towards finding a solution which would restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS.

Thanks once again for keeping us updated.

Please let us know as soon as possible when you have reached a point where full functionality has been restored, even if it's in Mojave's beta. I can obtain the OS update and willing to risk running it if it means I'll finally have my DisplayPort dongle fully working again.

Right now I have to plug and unplug monitors whenever I need to do photo post-processing as I have a professional monitor dedicated only to this.

All the best.

[Poly]

https://media.giphy.com/media/3ktIhzpPqgQffu8mqc/giphy.gif

[Okibi]

"restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS"

Hanging out for this!

As much as people are bagging out DisplayLink I think Apple are just as much to blame, they release laptops with bugger all ports. I had to buy my dock because their USB-C to HDMI dongles always got stuck in a loop trying to connect my monitors.

Apple could have worked with DisplayLink on a solution rather than treating their users like garbage (again!), I don't think this would have happened a decade ago. Their operating system has fallen so far behind Windows that a desktop theme opens their keynote, dark days for Apple.

My 10 year old Windows laptop runs multiple monitors far better than my brand new MacBook Pro ever has.

[Poly]

Apple could have worked with DisplayLink on a solution rather than treating their users like garbage (again!), I don't think this would have happened a decade ago. Their operating system has fallen so far behind Windows that a desktop theme opens their keynote, dark days for Apple.

My 10 year old Windows laptop runs multiple monitors far better than my brand new MacBook Pro ever has.

I agree. If Apple didn't disable Displayport 1.2 MST (a decade old technology), I wouldn't even need a DisplayLink dock. If I boot to Windows on the same Mac I can simply daisy chain my two external monitors via a single cable, and it's just Displayport via USB-C, not Thunderbolt 3. Hardware supports it natively.

We have 2018 but Apple tech is now as inconvenient as back in the early 90s. Less and less compatibility with open standards. Apple's OpenGL drivers haven't been updated in years. They're dropping OpenGL and OpenCL as well. :mad: No Vulcan support, no CUDA on internal GPUs (because it's AMD). Devs don't care much about Metal2 and it's been buggy as hell. The iMac Pro is basically unserviceable. And a 480p front camera in a 2017 MacBook model, really? It's innovation backwards and getting worse...

[Alanant]

Just sharing that the problem is not resolved in Mojave 10.14 beta 1.

[donluca]

Just sharing that the problem is not resolved in Mojave 10.14 beta 1.

Is that the new public beta? I've read today that they released the beta in public, maybe it's a new build?

[MC Ren]

I agree. If Apple didn't disable Displayport 1.2 MST (a decade old technology), I wouldn't even need a DisplayLink dock. If I boot to Windows on the same Mac I can simply daisy chain my two external monitors via a single cable, and it's just Displayport via USB-C, not Thunderbolt 3. Hardware supports it natively.

We have 2018 but Apple tech is now as inconvenient as back in the early 90s. Less and less compatibility with open standards. Apple's OpenGL drivers haven't been updated in years. They're dropping OpenGL and OpenCL as well. :mad: No Vulcan support, no CUDA on internal GPUs (because it's AMD). Devs don't care much about Metal2 and it's been buggy as hell. The iMac Pro is basically unserviceable. And a 480p front camera in a 2017 MacBook model, really? It's innovation backwards and getting worse...

Sounds to me like you need to stick with windows and all their forward thinking...

[Alanant]

Is that the new public beta? I've read today that they released the beta in public, maybe it's a new build?

Yes, its the public beta, which in turn is the second developer beta.

[slvrscoobie]

Just sharing that the problem is not resolved in Mojave 10.14 beta 1.

Does the 'beta' still work? I dont imagine Apple GARA about 'fixing it'- its entirely on DL to find a work around or redevelop the framework. was thinking of trying it out, but dont want to lose the 'working' beta 5 I have now.

[pacmanbneNL]

Does the 'beta' still work? I dont imagine Apple GARA about 'fixing it'- its entirely on DL to find a work around or redevelop the framework. was thinking of trying it out, but dont want to lose the 'working' beta 5 I have now.

I also am running beta 2 of Mojave and the working beta from display link still functions.

That being said I have had stability issues with the Apples Airplay agent from time to time it seems to crash and the only way I have found to get it restarted is by rebooting my laptop

[slvrscoobie]

I also am running beta 2 of Mojave and the working beta from display link still functions.

That being said I have had stability issues with the Apples Airplay agent from time to time it seems to crash and the only way I have found to get it restarted is by rebooting my laptop

thanks, might give it a go this weekend then on my 13". Still trying to see if the continuity activation hack from 10.11 will work on it too with my 17" mbp - havent gotten confirmation thats ok yet either.

[displayhero]

next release is not until september... in for a long wait

[Wozzy]

JULY


Have you notice DisplayLink its now July. Your last beta was May.

When will we see a final release?

[stfm]

This is entirely on Apple. Pulling this shit on a point release is idiotic, since we won't be able to get the security updates without the damaging code. This happens all the time. Suddenly your printer or Wacom board doesn't work, and the makers refuse to rewrite the drivers for old hardware. I feel bad for the companies that suffer from Apples' poor programming ethics. A point release should never break anything, unless it's addressing a serious bug.

Apple has become much worse than Microsoft in this regard. Especially killing API:s for no apparent reason. In their mind you're on your own if you don't run all-Apple. Microsoft mostly kill their own products, which seems fairer.

[MC Ren]

This is entirely on Apple. Pulling this shit on a point release is idiotic, since we won't be able to get the security updates without the damaging code. This happens all the time. Suddenly your printer or Wacom board doesn't work, and the makers refuse to rewrite the drivers for old hardware. I feel bad for the companies that suffer from Apples' poor programming ethics. A point release should never break anything, unless it's addressing a serious bug.

Apple has become much worse than Microsoft in this regard. Especially killing API:s for no apparent reason. In their mind you're on your own if you don't run all-Apple. Microsoft mostly kill their own products, which seems fairer.

Never had a problem with any accessory, etc with 5 macs I've owned, except with this BS display link issue. I'd hardly say this happens with Apple all the time. Maybe you are better off with sticking with microsoft products...

[Neo.aka.Darkman]

There is still no source code for 10.13.4. That's why DisplayLink can't move forward (I assume).

In 10.13.4 Apple made native support for external Videocards. But with this move they closed opportunity to use virtual Videoadapters such as DisplayLink.
So we all must wait till Apple releases source code for 10.13.4.

All we need is patience!

P.S. I do not work for DisplayLink

[daan]

Hi All,

Quick update. We (think we) have found out where everything breaks. It's a pretty fundamental change, probably linked to the eGPU hot plug functionality.

Now we "just" have to find a way to overcome the issue. How hard can it be!

Regards,
Carlo

Yes, how hard can it be?

Such a long time with no results shown. If I'd put away $25 per week since that post I'd be able to buy a really nice eGPU solution by now.

[Neo.aka.Darkman]

On Mojave Beta 3 driver is not working anymore. No Airplay. I see monitor in System Preferencies - Display. Monitor becomes active when Itake mouse cursor over there, but it is always black screen. (on this black screen I can see mouse cursor)

[Okibi]

Thanks Neo,

I had logged in to see if anyone had tried the third Beta of macOS 10.14

Sad to see no progress.

This issue needs to be made more public so Apple is forced to respond.

MC Ren you obviously didn't try apples dodgy USB-C to HDMI dongles before buying your displaylink product, they were absolute garbage that caused an endless loop of discovering the first monitor, refreshing, discovering the second monitor and losing the first monitor, refreshing, then discovering the first monitor and losing the second monitor ... and so on.

[Neo.aka.Darkman]

This issue needs to be made more public so Apple is forced to respond.


As I've already said above: it's all about external graphic adapters. In 10.13.4 Apple began to provide native support for external GPUs. They have rewritten large parts of IOGraphicsFamily.kext, what brings us to the point, that all virtual graphic adapters are now unusable.
DisplayLink has reached some progress using AirPlay Technology, but since Mojave beta 3 it's broken.

[Wozzy]

As I've already said above: it's all about external graphic adapters. In 10.13.4 Apple began to provide native support for external GPUs. They have rewritten large parts of IOGraphicsFamily.kext, what brings us to the point, that all virtual graphic adapters are now unusable.
DisplayLink has reached some progress using AirPlay Technology, but since Mojave beta 3 it's broken.

You are testing beta software on a developer release and you expect it to work :D

DL need to get a final driver out for HS first. Enterprises that use DL are not going to want to distribute beta software.

[stfm]

Never had a problem with any accessory, etc with 5 macs I've owned, except with this BS display link issue. I'd hardly say this happens with Apple all the time. Maybe you are better off with sticking with microsoft products...

Well, that depends on what accessories you have of course. I have had to get rid of a Canon scanner, two printers and a Wacom tablet. This happens on Windows also, but not on a small automatically installed release. I've had macs since the early-mid 90's, only briefly owning Windows computers, and it's a fairly recent development. Windows blows in most other respects, and updates can certainly destroy your computer, but it's often possible to recover.

[AlbanRampon]

Update: July 4th

Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4, or newer, will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3 and below.
Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?id=1169) currently provides an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, 10.13.5 and 10.14 first two developer previews, using Apple AirPlay® on machines with that feature. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
An FAQ details how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).
The third developer preview of 10.14 has changed behaviour, as already exposed here. Displays using DisplayLink technology will be present in System Preferences - Display. The displays can be activated, and the mouse is visible, but otherwise the displays are black. Should you have already installed that OS version, simply use DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 6 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=180) to force the AirPlay interim whilst the work continues.
We do not recommend using that OS version for extended desktop changes as it brings no benefit compared to previous versions. It also adds an undesired audio switch at reboot to be addressed.
When a new version brings value, we will obviously notify you.

Our team continues to progress towards a solution which would both restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS and defend that functionality in the future. As daily users of the technology ourselves, we truly understand how disruptive this loss of functionality affecting the full ecosystem can be. Despite getting closer to tell more about roll out, we stay unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution.
We will keep providing updates to this message.

Thank you for your extended patience. We appreciate your feedback and support.

[Poly]

Ok, the fix will eventually be released in Autumn/Winter... :D

While you are working on the "ultimate fix" could you please also address the annoying HDCP problem?

https://i.imgur.com/YYm65Nx.jpg

[AlbanRampon]

While you are working on the "ultimate fix" could you please also address the annoying HDCP problem?

https://i.imgur.com/YYm65Nx.jpg
Hello Poly,
To implement HDCP properly on Windows 10 for indirect displays, this took the collaboration of Microsoft, Intel, DisplayLink and software player vendors (CyberLink for PowerDVD, Netflix and Amazon are just a few).
The manufacturer must be member of the DCP to have HDCP keys in the device. It's not enough that DisplayLink is.
Then you have to see which HDCP version as they have different DRM requirements...
HDCP 1.x is usually what is needed for 1080p playback, but on Windows 10, it required a GPU supporting HDCP 2.2.
It is in the roadmap, but building good foundations seems to be the right priority today.
Kind regards,
Alban

[donluca]

They have rewritten large parts of IOGraphicsFamily.kext, what brings us to the point, that all virtual graphic adapters are now unusable.

Wait, so if I put that kernel extension from a 10.13.3 installation over to my actual 10.13.5 displaylink will work again as intended?

I remember I did the same with an audio extension to get Integer Playback again, maybe it could be a nice workaround without re-installing everything from scratch?

Please let me know if anyone has tried this.

[daan]

Wait, so if I put that kernel extension from a 10.13.3 installation over to my actual 10.13.5 displaylink will work again as intended?

I remember I did the same with an audio extension to get Integer Playback again, maybe it could be a nice workaround without re-installing everything from scratch?

Please let me know if anyone has tried this.

Yeah this might be worth exploring, on a hackintosh. Anyone got time for it?

[donluca]

Tried it on my Mac and unfortunately didn't work.

The old IOGraphics kernel extension is correctly loaded and working as is the displaylink driver, but unfortunately it doesn't work, which means that there's more to it than that single kext.

[slvrscoobie]

Update: July 4th

Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

Installing macOS 10.13.4, or newer, will cause DisplayLink connected displays to go blank after the OS update when using DisplayLink driver v4.1. Extended displays continue to work as expected in macOS 10.13.3 and below.
Functionality such as Ethernet and audio, where implemented, is unaffected.

DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?id=1169) currently provides an interim solution with one extended USB display (720p or 1080p) on macOS 10.13.4, 10.13.5 and 10.14 first two developer previews, using Apple AirPlay® on machines with that feature. All additional DisplayLink screens will be cloning the primary display.
An FAQ details how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).
The third developer preview of 10.14 has changed behaviour, as already exposed here. Displays using DisplayLink technology will be present in System Preferences - Display. The displays can be activated, and the mouse is visible, but otherwise the displays are black. Should you have already installed that OS version, simply use DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 6 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=180) to force the AirPlay interim whilst the work continues.
We do not recommend using that OS version for extended desktop changes as it brings no benefit compared to previous versions. It also adds an undesired audio switch at reboot to be addressed.
When a new version brings value, we will obviously notify you.

Our team continues to progress towards a solution which would both restore full extended display support for multiple DisplayLink displays in a future release of macOS and defend that functionality in the future. As daily users of the technology ourselves, we truly understand how disruptive this loss of functionality affecting the full ecosystem can be. Despite getting closer to tell more about roll out, we stay unable to provide a time-frame or a date for release of this solution.
We will keep providing updates to this message.

Thank you for your extended patience. We appreciate your feedback and support.


Glad I read this! I just upgraded to Mojave after seeing it was working. (edit) Im on the 1st public beta, (10.14 Beta (18A314k)) and it works just like it did in 10.13.

Only issue is the "displaysleep 20 (display sleep prevented by AirPlayUIAgent)"

Just turned off auto update to prevent further issues until this is squared up

Edit - well Auto updates WERE turned off but it Still auto updated to public beta 2 (10.14 Beta (18A326h)) while I went out to run my dogs. setting is back on now that its back. and I installed beta 6, but all I get is mirroring. Hmmm

Edit 2 - now it SEEs the displaylink - seperate display, but its struggling to get it to actually be separate.

edit 3: got it after unistall/reinstall

[donluca]

Alban, do you know which kernel extensions the displaylink drivers depend on?

I'm having an idea of rolling back some kexts to try and get the displaylink working as it was running on 10.13.3, to avoid having to format the mac and start anew.

[Neo.aka.Darkman]

Update: July 4th
The third developer preview of 10.14 has changed behaviour, as already exposed here. Displays using DisplayLink technology will be present in System Preferences - Display. The displays can be activated, and the mouse is visible, but otherwise the displays are black. Should you have already installed that OS version, simply use DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 6 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=180) to force the AirPlay interim whilst the work continues.

I know you do not recommend to use your kernel extension on third beta of mojave, but I still do this and there is no extended screen experience.

[Gudd]

Well I hope someone comes up with something on this soon. I use 3 external 1080p displays connected to a Dell D3100 Display Link dock and on Thursday needed to use my MacBook Pro instead of my Surface for a work job. Thats when I discovered that something which worked fine back in 2016 when I bought the screens and the docks no longer works.

So I've just spent the last 48 hours backing up my MacBook Pro to a sparse image on a USB drive using a cloning tool (yes, it really did take that long - don't know why) and am now part way through what Apple is saying is going to be a further 9 hours to restore my MacBook Pro back to March 21st which should be the last time machine backup before I installed 10.13.4. Then I obviously have to work out what I've lost and get it off of the clone.

To say I'm not impressed is putting it mildly, but it's not like there is an alternative. I literally know of no other solution to use 3 external screens (something that is pretty common place in IT roles) that would work between a MacBook Pro and a Surface Pro. I'd buy an eGPU if the Surface Pro supported it (and I fancied spending that much!)

--- OK, I'm going to rant OT now, but...

This bit is admittedly nothing to do with DisplayLink but what on earth is going on with computer companies and displays these days? If you've got a HiDPI screen on your laptop (it's getting hard not to these days) and multiple external "standard" res screens (or even one) you'd think you're trying to land a man on Mars it's that difficult.

Microsoft is clueless on this one. Stuff is tiny, or huge, or the mouse doesn't line up with what's on the screen or at best you need to log off and back on again, even when the external screen was connected at boot. Apple do it better, but can you connect multiple screens over DisplayPort cable? Hell no. Well, not unless you want to mirror everything to all the screens. And as for Linux, well, I haven't been able to come up with anything consistent enough to even work out what is going on there!!

People need more than just their internal laptop screen if they're doing much or are not on the road, I seriously wish someone could make all this stuff "just work" like it used to 4 or 5 years ago!!

Right, enough ranting.

[tommiy]

Thought I'd drop by this month to see if any progress has been made to get displaylink docks working. Well obviously now it appears out past 10.14 for Macs as the wording says they are still looking for a solution. My dock is collecting dust in a corner in hope that some day it may be usable again. Im not holding my breath as after 7 months this seems extremely unlikely. I had to purchase an elgato and change my monitors as a result of the displaylink debacle. I'd have to say even if its fixed i don;t think i would return after this period of time. Although its interesting to pop by and just how long Dsplaylink and are going to continue publishing statements that the airplay is interim and that they are yet to find a solution. Lets face it, the airplay is the final and only answer and that the future never comes......

[Gudd]

What dock and monitors do you now have? After my time machine backups proved useless (failed to restore) I’m now sitting here watching Sierra restore to my now blank MacBook Pro and I have to say I feel pretty much done with this DisplayLink shit. I’m very tempted to just recover what little resale value I can on my setup and get something that works. But I don’t know what. I’m used to 3 screens now.

[Chris 100]

"Future release of Mac OS" hopefully does not mean Mojave.

I was running the DisplayLink adapter on a 2011 Mac Mini for a third monitor. This system will not support Mojave. We need a permanent fix that will work on High Sierra.

[donluca]

Downloading a new update, 10.13.6, it has some updates to AirPlay 2 although I don't think it will do anything to our cause.

More likely it will mess things up even more.

[Schrooten]

Just updated to 10.13.6. I only use one external monitor on my macbook air, still works as a second monitor via Airplay and I can still change the resolution to the max.

[tommiy]

What dock and monitors do you now have? After my time machine backups proved useless (failed to restore) I’m now sitting here watching Sierra restore to my now blank MacBook Pro and I have to say I feel pretty much done with this DisplayLink shit. I’m very tempted to just recover what little resale value I can on my setup and get something that works. But I don’t know what. I’m used to 3 screens now.

I bought an elgato3 dock and a 2nd hand apple 27 inch thunderbolt monitor along with a 27inch LG. I've got a desktop for home some the LG works with a HDMI switcher between the elgato and the PC. The thunderbolt 2 display has an apple adapter connected to it So I end up with the laptop display plus the 2 x 27inch monitors all being separate displays.

[Poly]

Meanwhile, Apple released a few new MacBook Pro models. Current lineup has only Thunderbolt 3 ports.

https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2018/07/apple-updates-macbook-pro-with-faster-performance-and-new-features-for-pros/

[State_from_Jake_Farm]

I believe the time has come to highlight the amazing work that DisplayLink has done to fix the issues stemming from OS X 10.13.4.

They have strived each and every day to apply their skills to mitigate this issue. Time and time again they have shown an intense sense of urgency and resolve with these challenges.

DisplayLink is a beacon of hope amongst a sea of copy-cats and would-be developers, none shall dethrone it.

- Said no one ever.

[tommiy]

And 10.13.6 is now released.

Lets see...10.13.4, 10.13.5 and 10.13.6 and 10.14 beta's,

The impression is obviously as to what is happening. When is DisplayLink going to declare the patient dead? How many more releases before they finally take the plunge and stop trying to do CPR and call it? The embarrassment of 'making progress' but never ever releasing anything has to get too much soon surely.....

[MC Ren]

I believe the time has come to highlight the amazing work that DisplayLink has done to fix the issues stemming from OS X 10.13.4.

They have strived each and every day to apply their skills to mitigate this issue. Time and time again they have shown an intense sense of urgency and resolve with these challenges.

DisplayLink is a beacon of hope amongst a sea of copy-cats and would-be developers, none shall dethrone it.

- Said no one ever.

Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha true. This is beyond absurd.

[donluca]

I'd just love to get a reply from a developer to know which kernel extensions the displaylink driver is using, so I can roll those back to 10.13.3 without having to format my mac and reinstall everything from scratch.

[Pbowater]

Just as a side note for people that need two externals, I am happily using the 13.4 driver to get one monitor over AirPlay, and have my other monitor plugged in via the display port.

This is all on a 2012 Mac Air, and is running 'OK' , but not as good as when I had both monitors running through my Targus dock.

[Okibi]

Beta 3 is out, have they fixed this bug?

[Wozzy]

I can't even install Beta 6 on Mojave Beta 4.

The installer tells me I have to be admin, even though I'm admin.

[donluca]

I can't even install Beta 6 on Mojave Beta 4.

The installer tells me I have to be admin, even though I'm admin.

I was about to ask if anyone has tried the new Mojave beta.

Still no good I guess.

[Neo.aka.Darkman]

I was about to ask if anyone has tried the new Mojave beta
Mojave Developer Beta 4: Still forced AirPlay with mirrored display.

[donluca]

I'm curious as to what technical challenges the DisplayLink team has been dealing with. It's been several months since Mac OS 10.13.4 release and while it's probably true that Apple made drastic changes to how video output is handled to enable support of external graphic cards, I'm surprised that a competent team of software developers hasn't been able to find a proper solution other than the AirPlay hack.

[MAC]

I'm curious as to what technical challenges the DisplayLink team has been dealing with. It's been several months since Mac OS 10.13.4 release and while it's probably true that Apple made drastic changes to how video output is handled to enable support of external graphic cards, I'm surprised that a competent team of software developers hasn't been able to find a proper solution other than the AirPlay hack.

At the moment only possibility if you use three monitors like me is to switch back to Sierra. Of course, it's painful but at least you can use your monitors.

I have been following this thread for a long time and I haven't seen anything positive.

[Pbowater]

At the moment only possibility if you use three monitors like me is to switch back to Sierra. Of course, it's painful but at least you can use your monitors.

I have been following this thread for a long time and I haven't seen anything positive.

I use three monitors, built in mac air monitor, one airplay, and one via display port.

[MAC]

I use three monitors, built in mac air monitor, one airplay, and one via display port.

I meant three externals, one Ultrawide 2560x1080 via thunderbolt and two 1920x1080p monitors via DisplayLink all driven on a Macbook Air. Of course, its worked well all the way from El Capitan without any hitches :)

[Gudd]

At the moment only possibility if you use three monitors like me is to switch back to Sierra. Of course, it's painful but at least you can use your monitors.

You can if you want upgrade to 10.13.3 from Sierra. I wiped, went back to Sierra then upgraded to 10.13.3. It was a major pain in the ass, especially when I discovered that my time machine backup would not restore but I just took it as an omen that I should give my laptop a spring clean! I didn't lose anything in the end except three days of my life I'll never get back.

Wish they would sort this though as I now have an external GPU setup that I really want to use at home but still need the display link dock for work so am still stuck because I'm not shelling out for a 2nd eGPU setup for work!!!

[donluca]

At the moment only possibility if you use three monitors like me is to switch back to Sierra. Of course, it's painful but at least you can use your monitors.

I have been following this thread for a long time and I haven't seen anything positive.

I have a 4 monitor setup: main iMac 27" screen, two vertical screens by the sides and a fourth horizontal high end photography monitor which I use for photo postprocessing and editing.

My issue is that the airplay trick won't let me rotate the monitors, because I need the direct connection for my photography monitor to show the entire range of colors it is capable of and my iMac has only two thunderbolt ports.

So right now whenever I need to work on photos, I need to detach one of the vertical monitors and connect the high end one and all the windows around will scatter and make a mess. Thank God there's the Stay app which will restore the window position and sizes when I get back to the two vertical ones.

[Sofla David]

You can if you want upgrade to 10.13.3 from Sierra. I wiped, went back to Sierra then upgraded to 10.13.3. It was a major pain in the ass, especially when I discovered that my time machine backup would not restore but I just took it as an omen that I should give my laptop a spring clean! I didn't lose anything in the end except three days of my life I'll never get back.

Wish they would sort this though as I now have an external GPU setup that I really want to use at home but still need the display link dock for work so am still stuck because I'm not shelling out for a 2nd eGPU setup for work!!!

I also wiped and clean installed Sierra (currently at 10.12.6) from scratch because I did not have a pre 10.13.4 backup. I would love to upgrade to High Sierra 10.13.3 (and then turn off updates) in order to be able to regain some High Sierra functionality (like automatically unlocking my MacBook Pro when wearing my Apple Watch 3).

Unfortunately, I have not been able to find the installer to upgrade from Sierra, to [pre-10.13.4] High Sierra. I found the ones to upgrade to 10.13.3 if you already have Sierra, but they don't appear to work if you are not already on High Sierra.

Any suggestions, or a link on how you got from 12.12.x to 10.13.3?

[rwr9012]

For those of you that were tired of waiting for a fix to work on High Sierra, just wanted to let you know I tested out the dell usb-c adapter and it works for the dual monitor setup.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/dell-graphic-adapter-for-select-dell-systems-black/4283743.p?skuId=4283743&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwkMbaBRBAEiwAlH5v_gu2hBWA3rCxNnWaE_9D 288f6R7EVFlqgdnSjxP4nGThs8mXdxMagBoCYwsQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[donluca]

Any suggestions, or a link on how you got from 12.12.x to 10.13.3?

I *think* I still have the original image to High Sierra 10.13.1. From there you can manually update to 10.13.3.

If you give me a bit of time I can check this and at that point is just a matter of making an image out of it and upload it somewhere.

EDIT: yup, found it, it should be .1 or .2 at best. Ripping it right now, will upload somewhere.

EDIT 2: There you go:

Installation image: https://mega.nz/#!Z6gCQSbD!O6ZoaUvLRPUFGWk5NxTvHXJ7t9JYY4opkVyLQQr TO8Y

Combo update to 10.13.3: https://support.apple.com/kb/dl1953

[Sofla David]

I *think* I still have the original image to High Sierra 10.13.1. From there you can manually update to 10.13.3.

If you give me a bit of time I can check this and at that point is just a matter of making an image out of it and upload it somewhere.

EDIT: yup, found it, it should be .1 or .2 at best. Ripping it right now, will upload somewhere.

EDIT 2: There you go:

Installation image: https://mega.nz/#!Z6gCQSbD!O6ZoaUvLRPUFGWk5NxTvHXJ7t9JYY4opkVyLQQr TO8Y

Combo update to 10.13.3: https://support.apple.com/kb/dl1953


SWEET!!!!! you're a life saver. Thanks so much for taking the time to upload this. I'm downloading it now and I'll be saving this like Gold

[Gudd]

Apologies - I didn't see your post. It looks like you're sorted now anyway but fortunately I had a copy of the 10.13.0 installer on my NAS. It's not something that I consciously do (although I will now), but I had a few older base versions there which meant I could avoid any forced updates by Apple.

That said, I'm struggling with 10.13.3 so I'm going to have to find a way to live without DisplayLink that doesn't cost me too much money.

[slvrscoobie]

Anyone else having issues with the beta drivers on Mojave, keeping videos from playing.
Youtube, fb, any videos just 'load' then stop. If i disconnect the airplay - plays fine.

[sla3k]

I *think* I still have the original image to High Sierra 10.13.1. From there you can manually update to 10.13.3.

If you give me a bit of time I can check this and at that point is just a matter of making an image out of it and upload it somewhere.

EDIT: yup, found it, it should be .1 or .2 at best. Ripping it right now, will upload somewhere.

EDIT 2: There you go:

Installation image: https://mega.nz/#!Z6gCQSbD!O6ZoaUvLRPUFGWk5NxTvHXJ7t9JYY4opkVyLQQr TO8Y

Combo update to 10.13.3: https://support.apple.com/kb/dl1953

Thank you very much! after a few months of pain, I am back at 10.13.3 and with my 2 external displays :D:D:D

[donluca]

SWEET!!!!! you're a life saver. Thanks so much for taking the time to upload this. I'm downloading it now and I'll be saving this like Gold

No problem, glad to help! Let us know if you manage to get back to 10.13.3 and get everything working again.

Also, an update on the current status would be sweet, even a "we're still working on it and making progress" would suffice.

I'm a bit afraid we'll be left alone.

[Sofla David]

Yup, I'm good to go! I ran the 10.13.0 upgrade you posted, and then downloaded and ran the 10.13.3 combo update. Everything ran seamlessly and I am now at 10.13.3 with updates turned off. I'm perfectly satisfied for now sitting at 10.13.3. I can't really think of anything in the later High Sierra versions, or even in Mohave (except maybe Dark Mode), that I would really miss. I'm sure there are security updates that could be an issue, but It's a calculated risk I'm willing to take for now to be able to use my current monitor.

I have a feeling Displaylink as we knew it will never be the same. Apple is not going to change their OS to allow it to work again, and without an apple code change, DisplayLink will not be able to make it work the way it did before.

I do alot of traveling for work, and the second monitor is almost a necessity for what I do. I've already started looking for a portable HDMI capable monitor that fits my needs and will eventually have to go that route, but for now, I can use this ASUS 169B+ for a little bit longer without having to deal with the Airplay limitations and intermittent problems.

Meanwhile, if anyone knows of a portable monitor with the following specs, please post the link:
-HDMI mini DisplayPort, or thunderbolt input
-15 to 16 inches diagonal
-small/thin enough to fit in a backpack along with my MacBook Pro and other items
-works on either 110 AND 220 volts (I often travel internationally and don't want to rely on a step down transformer)
-must be reliable and sturdy enough to survive my travels.

[slvrscoobie]

Yup, I'm good to go! I ran the 10.13.0 upgrade you posted, and then downloaded and ran the 10.13.3 combo update. Everything ran seamlessly and I am now at 10.13.3 with updates turned off. I'm perfectly satisfied for now sitting at 10.13.3. I can't really think of anything in the later High Sierra versions, or even in Mohave (except maybe Dark Mode), that I would really miss. I'm sure there are security updates that could be an issue, but It's a calculated risk I'm willing to take for now to be able to use my current monitor.

I have a feeling Displaylink as we knew it will never be the same. Apple is not going to change their OS to allow it to work again, and without an apple code change, DisplayLink will not be able to make it work the way it did before.

I do alot of traveling for work, and the second monitor is almost a necessity for what I do. I've already started looking for a portable HDMI capable monitor that fits my needs and will eventually have to go that route, but for now, I can use this ASUS 169B+ for a little bit longer without having to deal with the Airplay limitations and intermittent problems.

Meanwhile, if anyone knows of a portable monitor with the following specs, please post the link:
-HDMI mini DisplayPort, or thunderbolt input
-15 to 16 inches diagonal
-small/thin enough to fit in a backpack along with my MacBook Pro and other items
-works on either 110 AND 220 volts (I often travel internationally and don't want to rely on a step down transformer)
-must be reliable and sturdy enough to survive my travels.
Its not exact, but have you considered the Ipad pro 12" with Duet - allows you to use ipad for a second screen. Its updated recently and says they've gotten past the limitations of the 13.4 change.

[Sofla David]

I'll have to play with Duet (I already have the app) with my iPad and see how it is working after 10.13.4. I have an iPad mini that I use when I travel. The mini is too small to use as a second monitor and the pro is too big to use on the plane. Not to mention, a pro would be insanely expensive to use as a second monitor.

[Gudd]

If you need someone to test Duet for you without upgrading beyond 10.13.3 then let me know. I already own it and am currently on 10.13.6 for some other testing.

[Sofla David]

Thanks, I'm only running 10.13.3 on the computer I take when I travel, my others are current.

[JOEEDS]

I *think* I still have the original image to High Sierra 10.13.1. From there you can manually update to 10.13.3.

If you give me a bit of time I can check this and at that point is just a matter of making an image out of it and upload it somewhere.

EDIT: yup, found it, it should be .1 or .2 at best. Ripping it right now, will upload somewhere.

EDIT 2: There you go:

Installation image: https://mega.nz/#!Z6gCQSbD!O6ZoaUvLRPUFGWk5NxTvHXJ7t9JYY4opkVyLQQr TO8Y

Combo update to 10.13.3: https://support.apple.com/kb/dl1953

So what do I do if I have already downloaded 10.13.6 and when I download this combo it won't let me install?

[Sofla David]

you can't use an "update" to go backwards.You would need to back up all your documents, pictures, music, videos, etc, and then wipe your computer, install 10.13.0, then use the combo updater to go up to 10.13.3. You would then need to re-install all your applications and copy any documents, pictures, music and videos that you backed up before you started

[sla3k]

So what do I do if I have already downloaded 10.13.6 and when I download this combo it won't let me install?

I don't think you can go back versions with Combo only, you have to install 10.13.1 first, then run the combo to update to 10.13.3

I am not a pro but here is what I did:

1. I already had 10.12.6 (Sierra)
2. Downloaded 10.13.1 media (it's a .dmg) and double clicked it, which installed it for me (you already have 10.13.6, which means you might need to create bootable USB media for installation if the above will not work).
3. Once completed, I downloaded the combo and installed it in the same way as above.

Let us know how it'd go.

[donluca]

So what do I do if I have already downloaded 10.13.6 and when I download this combo it won't let me install?

You're basically fucked, like most of us. You can't downgrade unless you want to do what others suggested you: backup all your stuff somewhere safe, format your Mac and install the base High Sierra, disable automatic update and then update to 10.13.3 using the combo updater.

My issue with this is that I've updated several apps and I'm afraid they won't work anymore if I go back to 10.13.3, which means I would have to uninstall them and install them fresh, losing all the settings and stuff in the process, which is a huge time waste and big no-no for me.

You'd better wait for DisplayLink to come up with a properly working driver.

[State_from_Jake_Farm]

You'd better wait for DisplayLink to come up with a properly working driver.

LOL.. good one!

[displayhero]

after having the latest updates installed and continually waiting for a solution for over 6 months now... I now have my screens back and running. I do not have airplay so I have had a screen sitting here doing nothing for that amount of time.

donluca you are a god amongst men. thanks for posting those... there is NOTHING in the new updates beyond 10.13.3 that is noticeable for me.


i am happy to remain on this until a solution comes out.. but even so i dont think ill risk updating again after what happened.

[State_from_Jake_Farm]

after having the latest updates installed and continually waiting for a solution for over 6 months now... I now have my screens back and running. I do not have airplay so I have had a screen sitting here doing nothing for that amount of time.

donluca you are a god amongst men. thanks for posting those... there is NOTHING in the new updates beyond 10.13.3 that is noticeable for me.


i am happy to remain on this until a solution comes out.. but even so i dont think ill risk updating again after what happened.

Not updating eh? That's not very smart. Here's some of the security updates you will be missing out on..........


AMD

Available for: macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: A malicious application may be able to determine kernel memory layout

Description: An information disclosure issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code.

CVE-2018-4289: shrek_wzw of Qihoo 360 Nirvan Team

APFS

Available for: macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges

Description: A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling.

CVE-2018-4268: Mac working with Trend Micro's Zero Day Initiative

ATS

Available for: macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: A malicious application may be able to gain root privileges

Description: A type confusion issue was addressed with improved memory handling.

CVE-2018-4285: Mohamed Ghannam (@_simo36)

Bluetooth

Available for: MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018) and MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
Other Mac models were addressed with macOS High Sierra 10.13.5.

Impact: An attacker in a privileged network position may be able to intercept Bluetooth traffic

Description: An input validation issue existed in Bluetooth. This issue was addressed with improved input validation.

CVE-2018-5383: Lior Neumann and Eli Biham

Entry added July 23, 2018

CFNetwork

Available for: macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: Cookies may unexpectedly persist in Safari

Description: A cookie management issue was addressed with improved checks.

CVE-2018-4293: an anonymous researcher

CoreCrypto

Available for: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6, macOS Sierra 10.12.6

Impact: A malicious application may be able to break out of its sandbox

Description: A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input validation.

CVE-2018-4269: Abraham Masri (@cheesecakeufo)

DesktopServices

Available for: macOS Sierra 10.12.6

Impact: A local user may be able to view sensitive user information

Description: A permissions issue existed in which execute permission was incorrectly granted. This issue was addressed with improved permission validation.

CVE-2018-4178: Arjen Hendrikse

IOGraphics

Available for: macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: A local user may be able to read kernel memory

Description: An out-of-bounds read issue existed that led to the disclosure of kernel memory. This was addressed with improved input validation.

CVE-2018-4283: @panicaII working with Trend Micro's Zero Day Initiative

Kernel

Available for: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6, macOS Sierra 10.12.6, macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: Systems using Intel® Core-based microprocessors may potentially allow a local process to infer data utilizing Lazy FP state restore from another process through a speculative execution side channel

Description: Lazy FP state restore instead of eager save and restore of the state upon a context switch. Lazy restored states are potentially vulnerable to exploits where one process may infer register values of other processes through a speculative execution side channel that infers their value.

An information disclosure issue was addressed with FP/SIMD register state sanitization.

CVE-2018-3665: Julian Stecklina of Amazon Germany, Thomas Prescher of Cyberus Technology GmbH (cyberus-technology.de), Zdenek Sojka of SYSGO AG (sysgo.com), and Colin Percival

libxpc

Available for: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6, macOS Sierra 10.12.6, macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: An application may be able to gain elevated privileges

Description: A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling.

CVE-2018-4280: Brandon Azad

libxpc

Available for: macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: A malicious application may be able to read restricted memory

Description: An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation.

CVE-2018-4248: Brandon Azad

LinkPresentation

Available for: macOS High Sierra 10.13.5

Impact: Visiting a malicious website may lead to address bar spoofing

Description: A spoofing issue existed in the handling of URLs. This issue was addressed with improved input validation.

CVE-2018-4277: xisigr of Tencent's Xuanwu Lab (tencent.com)

[donluca]

Keeping your OS updated is crucial, especially if you do any kind of buying/selling/online banking.

If you just fool around with social networks and read news it's alright (almost) to lag behind updates, but if you do any serious work you're putting yourself at a huge risk.

I do critical work with my Macs and I *must* stay on the latest patches, this is why I hope DL will get a solution out soon.

[displayhero]

Not updating eh? That's not very smart. Here's some of the security updates you will be missing out on..........



With what I use my mac for, the updates arent crucial. My main pc is on windows

[MC Ren]

Keeping your OS updated is crucial, especially if you do any kind of buying/selling/online banking.

If you just fool around with social networks and read news it's alright (almost) to lag behind updates, but if you do any serious work you're putting yourself at a huge risk.

I do critical work with my Macs and I *must* stay on the latest patches, this is why I hope DL will get a solution out soon.

It's been 7 months, there is zero chance DL is releasing a fix soon, if at all.

[donluca]

Yeah, I'm starting to give my hopes up.

Luckily I've bought my DL device used and only payed like 20€*for it, but my issue now is that I need an alternative for it and can't really find any, as I have a 2011 27" iMac with two Thunderbolt 1/Displayport ports and AFAIK there's not way to get more Thunderbolt or video out ports for additional displays.

[russjr08]

Unfortunately this seems to be something that Apple really needs to work with DisplayLink on, it's not DL's fault that Apple heavily changed the graphics subsystem and doesn't have a way for DL to work around. For now, I'm just using the Airplay mirroring trick to have it mirror my MBP's internal display, and have the display mostly closed. It means I can't really use the internal screen as a work display, but I generally don't anyways.

Thank you for posting the downgrade image, I'll download it in case I really need to go back.

[AlbanRampon]

Update: July 30th
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

DisplayLink has worked for many months to maintain support for its users during the transition from macOS High Sierra to Mojave. While functionality such as Ethernet and audio or charging, where implemented, is unaffected on all releases, display connectivity has been limited on macOS releases from 10.13.4 through 10.13.6.

Developers/users with access to Apple's fifth developer preview of 10.14 Mojave, released on 30th July, will see full support has now been restored for multiple extended DisplayLink displays where DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=175) is installed. We are doing wide scale testing of v4.3 beta against this preview and will release a new driver upon general availability of 10.14.

Users of 10.13.4-10.13.6 should also use v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=175) as it contains a workaround to enable one extended USB display (720p or 1080p). An FAQ details how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Users on macOS 10.13.3 and earlier should remain for the time being with DisplayLink driver 4.1 to maintain full extended display functionality.

We thank you for your extended patience, we continue to value your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

[donluca]

Oh gosh... to update to the beta or not to update... does anyone know when Mojave will be officially released?

[sla3k]

omg, how can I download Mojave Beta 5? Is there a way to get it without enrolling in Apple's dev program?

[pacmanbneNL]

Update: July 30th
Dear DisplayLink macOS users,

DisplayLink has worked for many months to maintain support for its users during the transition from macOS High Sierra to Mojave. While functionality such as Ethernet and audio or charging, where implemented, is unaffected on all releases, display connectivity has been limited on macOS releases from 10.13.4 through 10.13.6.

Developers/users with access to Apple's fifth developer preview of 10.14 Mojave, released on 30th July, will see full support has now been restored for multiple extended DisplayLink displays where DisplayLink driver v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=175) is installed. We are doing wide scale testing of v4.3 beta against this preview and will release a new driver upon general availability of 10.14.

Users of 10.13.4-10.13.6 should also use v4.3 beta 5 (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?d=175) as it contains a workaround to enable one extended USB display (720p or 1080p). An FAQ details how to enable Apple AirPlay with DisplayLink display for extend or mirror mode (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/1854724).

Users on macOS 10.13.3 and earlier should remain for the time being with DisplayLink driver 4.1 to maintain full extended display functionality.

We thank you for your extended patience, we continue to value your feedback and support.

Kind regards,
Alban

I have the latest Beta of Mojave and uninstalled the DisplayLink beta6 and reinstalled the beta5 suggested in your comments and I still have the same problems. I have 2 monitors attached via my dell docking station and it only sees 1 monitor along with my laptop monitor instead of 2 dell monitors with a laptop monitor so my 2 dell monitors are mirrored

So unless I am missing something I don't see this a a workable solution

UPDATE: Turns out some Helpdesk monkey in our office changed a couple of docking stations to DELL WD15 which DisplayLink is not supported. When using the original Dell 1000 it functions as stated by DisplayLink Support I have full access again to my displays

[AlbanRampon]

You may have to change your settings, or make sure you do have indeed the proper Mojave version.
That new OS version been confirmed as fixing the problem by multiple sources already.

[pacmanbneNL]

You may have to change your settings, or make sure you do have indeed the proper Mojave version.
That new OS version been confirmed as fixing the problem by multiple sources already.

Yes I do have

10.14 Beta (18A347e)

This is Beta 5

Turns out some idiot changed the docking station on our flex desk to a WD15 which was my problem when using the original dell docking station Dell D1000 I have no issue it works as stated

[donluca]

Well, it turns out that my mid-2011 27" iMac is not supported in Mojave.

Oh, the joys of programmed obsolescence.

Alban, is there any chance there'll be work on a solution for users with High Sierra > 10.13.4 ? Or are we getting left behind?

[slvrscoobie]

Damn, here i am trying, checking, going - "im up to date on the beta, why doesnt this work??' -
Oh - its the DEVELOPER beta. Not Public beta.
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRJGM_XRfgDhmyHY3nYdTRpw-HQqulm_gPnxep6UjkVKir6sE1L

[slvrscoobie]

Public Beta is out!
ok - installed the PB 18A347e - uninstalled, reinstalled, rebooted.
Wait, i unplugged and replugged in the usb device. now the screen is on! i can see a mouse. but its black like it was back on 13.4.
If I screen shot the other monitor, it shows the backround image, and menu bar, but on the display its just black.

Edit - Just Uninstalled - REBOOT - Reinstall beta 5, REboot - TA M-Fin DA!! 2 SCREENS NO AIRPLAY!!

[Alanant]

I can confirm that it is now working. Tested on a 2017 and 2012 Macbook Pro.
Thanks Displaylink for your perseverance.

[sla3k]

I can confirm too, it is working now. MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015)
Finally DisplayLink folks did it, many thanks!

[vscout]

Has anyone gotten the ASUS MB169+ to work with a 2018 MacBook Pro w/ Touch Bar (The latest model). I installed the beta 5 and followed all instruction but when I plug the monitors cable into my USB-C hub, the display either blinks orange or will alternate blinking orange and white.

[Sofla David]

I can also report it working with Mojave Public Beta 4 and DisplayLink Beta 5 drivers on my 2013 13" MacBook Air.


I've seen that flashing behavior when connected to the USB-C ports. I believe it depends on the cable and/or USB-C to USB adapter you are using. apparently some cables/adapters don't supply enough power to keep the monitor powered up.

I'm about to upgrade my MacBook Air to a 2018 MacBook Pro, so I expect I will be fighting that battle soon also.

[Gudd]

LOL!!

Too late. I just today replaced my display link dock (Dell D3100) with USB-C to DisplayPort cables and the USB hub built into the Dell monitors.

Too bad it took so many months to fix.

[EDIT] Actually, reading back through, it's only fixed on 10.14 Beta and since I have work to do I can't install beta's on this machine anyway, so glad I ditched the DL dock. If I'm honest, two USB cables is tidier than a USB-C to USB-A adapter, a dock, a power supply etc. At least this way all of my cabling is hidden away behind the monitors and very tidy.

[smithgcovert2]

I feel like one thing missing from this discussion of it now working with the Mac OS X 10.14 beta:

--- Its the DisplayLink Beta 5 (released 1 1/2 months ago) that is now working in 10.14 ---

That means that DisplayLink has had their side done for a while, and it required Apple to do their side to make it all work again.

It also means that Apple could backport those fixes to 10.13 and make it work as well, but they probably have no interest in it.

I totally get all of the complaining that the hardware stopped working, and the complaints about the fix being slow, but I appreciate whatever must have had to happen behind the scenes to get Apple to do their part.

Cheers,
Greg

[tmee123]

This fix (https://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/658258-how-to-configure-displaylink-displays-on-mac-os-x) is still not working for me. I'm running 10.13.6 and Airplay does not automatically pop up when my monitor is plugged into my computer.

Yes, I have done Step 3 (enable Airplay to pop up in menubar) and my monitor is clearly on (but black).

Help?

[Sofla David]

I feel like one thing missing from this discussion of it now working with the Mac OS X 10.14 beta:

--- Its the DisplayLink Beta 5 (released 1 1/2 months ago) that is now working in 10.14 ---

That means that DisplayLink has had their side done for a while, and it required Apple to do their side to make it all work again.

It also means that Apple could backport those fixes to 10.13 and make it work as well, but they probably have no interest in it.

I totally get all of the complaining that the hardware stopped working, and the complaints about the fix being slow, but I appreciate whatever must have had to happen behind the scenes to get Apple to do their part.

Cheers,
Greg

Displaylink said this from Day one:

"DisplayLink has committed significant resources to finding a way to restore extended mode display support in a future release of macOS"

That meant Displaylink KNEW they would not be able to do it with the current version, and had to wait for Apple to make a change on their side.

But a lot of people were too angry to understand that.

Apple Operating systems are very limited in what they let outside developers do. Once they close a door, Developers cannot always find "another way in" to perform the same task. Many applications and hardware devices have "died" because Apple (and Microsoft too) have moved on from a technology or closed a door to the OS. Displaylink could have been one more corpse on the pile. I think we should consider ourselves lucky.

I'm honestly surprised they cared enough to go through the trouble of opening another door for a third party vendor. They must have received a good amount of complaints and pushback from the users and maybe even seen users moving away from MACs because of the issue. While there are other limited options for additional monitors on desktops, there are almost no alternatives for portable monitors for those of us who travel that do not use display link.

I will be surprised if they port the changes back to 10.13. They really have no incentive to do that. Wy waste development resources on an OS you are trying to phase out? The Mojave release is right around the corner, and they WANT you to upgrade to Mojave as soon as it comes out. and if you own a computer that is too old for Mojave, they WANT you to upgrade. WIN-WIN for them.

[Gudd]

A HUGE amount of assumptions going on in this thread!!

Only Display Link and Apple know what has really gone on and continues to go on. The public will probably never know what has really gone on (and why should we? it's not really much of our business), even if one of the involved parties says, we'll still only ever know what they want us to know which may or may not be what has actually happened behind the scenes.

Marketing!

[k_hoona]

Same problem here. Just purchased the unit yesterday for my 2018 MacBook Pro, and it does not work with my 3 4K displays, only the primary display. Are there workarounds until this issue can be addressed properly?

[slvrscoobie]

Found a steal of a deal on a thunderbolt display with Displayport pass through, picking it up tomorrow (I hope) and then Ill rid myself from the need to use displaylink at all. they fixed it right as I started hunting for other options. and if it wasnt as cheap as it is, Id probably just keep the 2 screen setup I have but work is telling me a new laptop is in my future so this will be easier than working on the USB-C to A to Displaylink To.... that I have now

[Okibi]

...Only Display Link and Apple know what has really gone on ..

Apple has been way too quiet on this issue, I don't think they wanted it to get any attention. I wonder if it helped the eGPUs they were promoting?

[CCLA]

Anyone had an issue after Installing the Beta drivers on Mojave Public Beta where the machine locks up on the Apple logo and bar on reboot?

[slvrscoobie]

welllllllllllllllllll cruddddd

got my Thunderbolt display today. plugged it in, works great, except.. wait, where is the 2nd monitor.

oh. apparently you cant connect a thunderbolt display AND daisychain it to another Displayport display, it has to be ANOTHER thunderbolt display.
GD Apple, you really dont make this easy (or its easy but extremely costly :(
so Im back to my displaylink monitor.

Can anyone confirm the newer QHD or 4K displaylink adapters are working before I buy a newer 2560x1440 monitor and find out it wont work...

[Sofla David]

Well, everything was working great on my 2013 MacBook Air running Mojave Public Beta 5 and the latest Beta Drivers for a couple of days.

Today I got a my new 2018 MacBook Pro.

I installed the latest Mojave Beta Public Beta 6 (18A353d) and the same (latest) DisplayLink Beta drivers and My 2nd monitor is blank with only the cursor showing up.

If anyone else is running the same setup, please let me know your results.

Sucks because some of my other apps (including Skype for Business and Symantec VIP) are either buggy, or not working under Mojave yet, but I installed the Beta strictly because of the second monitor.

[slvrscoobie]

Well, everything was working great on my 2013 MacBook Air running Mojave Public Beta 5 and the latest Beta Drivers for a couple of days.

Today I got a my new 2018 MacBook Pro.

I installed the latest Mojave Beta Public Beta 6 (18A353d) and the same (latest) DisplayLink Beta drivers and My 2nd monitor is blank with only the cursor showing up.

If anyone else is running the same setup, please let me know your results.

Sucks because some of my other apps (including Skype for Business and Symantec VIP) are either buggy, or not working under Mojave yet, but I installed the Beta strictly because of the second monitor.

I had the same issue once the new PB was released. I uninstalled, rebooted, installed, rebooted, and its worked fine ever since.

[Sofla David]

I had the same issue once the new PB was released. I uninstalled, rebooted, installed, rebooted, and its worked fine ever since.

Thanks, I'll try that when I get a chance and see what happens.

[Sofla David]

Unfortunately, I'ver rebooted, Uninstalled, Rebooter, tried again, rebooted some more, and gone round and round till the cows come home, and I still get a blank display with just a mouse cursor.

I'm using a 2018 MacBook Pro 15" with the i9 processor. I'm running 10.14 Beta (18A353d) and the latest DisplayLink 4.3 Beta 5 driver.

If I select "Mirror Displays" and then set "Optimize Display" to "MacBook Retina display", then It works (mirroring my display), but if I turn off the checkmark for "mirror displays", I get the blank screen again.

I've hit a brick wall for now. It's most annoying because it *should* be working.

Any suggestions are welcome.

[nhjay]

My work PC was recently changed over from a Windows 10 machine to a 2017 MacBook Pro. Working at home I use a Plugable UD-3900 dock, which I have been able to get one dispaly wokring with the beta 5 driver form July. This works well, but I really like 2 full size displays.

As a workaround, my IT group gave me a thunderbolt 3 adapter that has 1 hdmi port, and 3 usb 3.0 ports. This has enabled me to use my 2 full size dipslays. I plug one into the adapter via its HDMI port, and then I plug my DisplayLink based dock into one of the usb 3.0 ports. The dock has a display plugged in via DVI. Both displays work, and I keep the MacBook Pro closed, running in clam shell mode.

My IT group will not allow an upgrade to Mojave when it is first released, so any fixes included in that will have to wait for me. This workaround meets my needs.

[Sofla David]

I'm seeing a lot of posts on the internet from people who had gotten it working under Mojave Public Beta 5, and then are experiencing the blank screen with cursor just like me after installing Mojave Public Beta 6. Especially those of us with the newer 2017/1018 MacBook Pros.

I hope I'm wrong, but it would appear that Apple broke it again with Public Beta 6.

I'm hoping DisplayLink can comment and either confirm, or deny that assumption soon so we can stop beating our heads against the wall trying to get it to work again or that Public Beta 7 comes out and fixes it again (one can hope).


I guess the big lesson here is to always come check the DisplayLink forums before installing ANY update. Unfortunately, I got my new 2018 MacBook Pro the SAME day that Public Beta 6 was released, so I wasn't even aware I was installing a newer Beta at the time, and didn't consider that the next Beta might break it again.

[AlbanRampon]

I'm seeing a lot of posts on the internet from people who had gotten it working under Mojave Public Beta 5, and then are experiencing the blank screen with cursor just like me after installing Mojave Public Beta 6. Especially those of us with the newer 2017/1018 MacBook Pros.

I hope I'm wrong, but it would appear that Apple broke it again with Public Beta 6.

I'm hoping DisplayLink can comment and either confirm, or deny that assumption soon so we can stop beating our heads against the wall trying to get it to work again or that Public Beta 7 comes out and fixes it again (one can hope).


I guess the big lesson here is to always come check the DisplayLink forums before installing ANY update. Unfortunately, I got my new 2018 MacBook Pro the SAME day that Public Beta 6 was released, so I wasn't even aware I was installing a newer Beta at the time, and didn't consider that the next Beta might break it again.

Hello Sofla,

There is something on the 2018 model. As far as I know, it is NOT a regression (meaning it never worked, it did NOT "stop working again") We have received logs and have done preliminary analysis and logged a bug report. That's what my last comment on the idea thread (https://support.displaylink.com/forums/287786) was asking for.
In the meantime, you can force AirPlay with our beta 6 as I left it online (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?id=1184).

Both sides are still in beta.

Kind regards,
Alban

[Sofla David]

Thanks for the reply Alban, glad to know it's a known, identified issue and already being investigated.

I wasn't aware the Beta 6 drivers were an option for Mojave. I just installed them, and it's working via airplay, so that makes it at least usable for me until a permanent fix is found.

Thanks again for the quick reply and great info.

[MC Ren]

Hello Sofla,

There is something on the 2018 model. As far as I know, it is NOT a regression (meaning it never worked, it did NOT "stop working again") We have received logs and have done preliminary analysis and logged a bug report. That's what my last comment on the idea thread (https://support.displaylink.com/forums/287786) was asking for.
In the meantime, you can force AirPlay with our beta 6 as I left it online (http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/file?id=1184).

Both sides are still in beta.

Kind regards,
Alban
In the mean time, it would be great if Display Link could fix the problem already, ok...

[AlbanRampon]

The fix for the mac 2018 model will not come from DisplayLink.

[warlockuk]

I get that basically Apple breaking functionality they deem 'not supported' even though a number of their third party providers rely on it is a pretty epic dick move...

...but is there a possibility of a (non Airplay) fix for pre-Mojave versions?

If it's looking like a 'no' then the heads-up would be appreciated as I'm going to have to find something that can function with the hardware I have to use for work :)

[lhasiuk]

I previously used a DisplayLink adapter to add a second external monitor to my late 2011 MacBook Pro 17", until it stopped working when I unknowingly updated macOS to an incompatible version. I stayed on top of this thread looking for a fix, but unfortunately the first one available would not fill my needs because of the resolution restriction and the lack of rotation support. Continuing to read through the thread over time, I decided that the best approach was to upgrade to a newer MacBook Pro, and ended up with the 15" 2018 model. It works great and easily supports my 30" main monitor and the 20" monitor beside it with the appropriate adapters. Apparently I can add up to four external 4K monitors. It works so much better than the DisplayLink adapter ever did, which was so slow that I couldn't really run anything that had a rapidly changing image and many apps with seemingly static displays would sometimes cause the driver to peg the CPU and be unusable with it. It eventually became my "documentation only" screen and then, of course, stopped working at all.

Now I can run whatever I want on either screen and it works flawlessly. Yes, it was expensive to upgrade my computer, but the MacBook Pro 17 was seven years old and had gone through three logic boards because of the graphics chip solder issue, which Apple covered but simply replaced with similarly flawed boards.

What I can't figure out is why anyone purchasing one of these 2017 and newer MacBook Pros would want to continue using the DisplayLink adapter, as some of the comments in this thread seem to imply. Do you really need more than 4 external 4K screens? Just go with an inexpensive USB-C to HDMI adapter or a USB-C to DisplayPort adapter, depending on your connection needs. You'll be much happier when your displays run with native support and you no longer have to carefully consider whether applying the next update is worth the possibility of losing your extra displays.

[Sofla David]

I previously used a DisplayLink adapter to add a second external monitor to my late 2011 MacBook Pro 17", until it stopped working when I unknowingly updated macOS to an incompatible version. I stayed on top of this thread looking for a fix, but unfortunately the first one available would not fill my needs because of the resolution restriction and the lack of rotation support. Continuing to read through the thread over time, I decided that the best approach was to upgrade to a newer MacBook Pro, and ended up with the 15" 2018 model. It works great and easily supports my 30" main monitor and the 20" monitor beside it with the appropriate adapters. Apparently I can add up to four external 4K monitors. It works so much better than the DisplayLink adapter ever did, which was so slow that I couldn't really run anything that had a rapidly changing image and many apps with seemingly static displays would sometimes cause the driver to peg the CPU and be unusable with it. It eventually became my "documentation only" screen and then, of course, stopped working at all.

Now I can run whatever I want on either screen and it works flawlessly. Yes, it was expensive to upgrade my computer, but the MacBook Pro 17 was seven years old and had gone through three logic boards because of the graphics chip solder issue, which Apple covered but simply replaced with similarly flawed boards.

What I can't figure out is why anyone purchasing one of these 2017 and newer MacBook Pros would want to continue using the DisplayLink adapter, as some of the comments in this thread seem to imply. Do you really need more than 4 external 4K screens? Just go with an inexpensive USB-C to HDMI adapter or a USB-C to DisplayPort adapter, depending on your connection needs. You'll be much happier when your displays run with native support and you no longer have to carefully consider whether applying the next update is worth the possibility of losing your extra displays.


In my case, I need a 2nd monitor that fits in my backpack when I travel to ships around the world and does not require it’s own power source.

Unfortunately, there’s not a lot of other options outside of the Asus USB DisplayLink monitors that fit those requirements.

[warlockuk]

What I can't figure out is why anyone purchasing one of these 2017 and newer MacBook Pros would want to continue using the DisplayLink adapter, as some of the comments in this thread seem to imply. Do you really need more than 4 external 4K screens? Just go with an inexpensive USB-C to HDMI adapter or a USB-C to DisplayPort adapter, depending on your connection needs. You'll be much happier when your displays run with native support and you no longer have to carefully consider whether applying the next update is worth the possibility of losing your extra displays.

For my use-case, I have a 2015 model; the monitors I have are standard corporate issue Dell monitors with DisplayPort, occasional HDMI and DVI-D inputs.

This Mac has two Thunderbolt 2 ports, so I went with a one-cable (plus power) solution - thunderbolt cable to a Belkin dock.
Belkin dock then has two USB to HDMI adapters (which in turn adapt to DVI cables).
Belkin dock also has a second Thunderbolt to mini displayport dealie for a third monitor.

Now the USBs don't work I've got two dead monitors out of three. I'm a developer, so it's kind of a punch in the sack.

Corporate won't upgrade my Mac because it would involve a new dock + an expensive new machine and we've got a 4 - 5 year refresh policy.

They won't give me monitors that can daisy chain, as that'll be expensive.

I can't switch to a PC, I need a bunch of iOS / Safari debugging stuff which it isn't convenient to fake on a PC.

Basically, not everyone who has gone dark has the option to use fancy monitors or newer hardware.

[Wozzy]

So what is happening to support 10.13.6 - It would appear nothing!

I have users screaming at me needing DL. We can't wait for Mojave as in an enterprise environment it will be at least 2 months befoe we approve for use.

We need a final driver for 10.13.6 NOW.

[lhasiuk]

I was not aware of those USB monitors -- they look like very handy gadgets!

Yes, I agree that if your company won't upgrade your equipment, it's a problem. I'm also an iOS developer and luckily my employer was willing.

[JOEEDS]

So is there an adapter out there that will let you have 2/3 monitors with 10.13.6? I'm willing to buy right now!!

[Alanant]

@Sofla David; No problem for me on a 2017 MacBook Pro running Mojave Public Beta 6. I've also got an older 2013 and there are no problems.

[paultzirides]

In my case, I need a 2nd monitor that fits in my backpack when I travel to ships around the world and does not require it’s own power source.

Unfortunately, there’s not a lot of other options outside of the Asus USB DisplayLink monitors that fit those requirements.

If you have a USB-C Port available, this one works great:

AOC i1601fwux (https://smile.amazon.com/AOC-i1659fwux-16-inch-powered-portable/dp/B06Y8SSQG5/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1534431315&sr=8-2&keywords=zenscreen&dpID=51D5WPSoKtL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1)

[lhasiuk]

So is there an adapter out there that will let you have 2/3 monitors with 10.13.6? I'm willing to buy right now!!

What make and model of computer do you have?

[Chris 100]

My 2011 Mac mini will not support Mojave when it is released.

Apple will be supporting it on High Sierra (and providing security fixes) for another 2 years.

Is there a plan for a permanent fix for users who cannot migrate to Mojave?

[Sofla David]

If you have a USB-C Port available, this one works great:

AOC i1601fwux (https://smile.amazon.com/AOC-i1659fwux-16-inch-powered-portable/dp/B06Y8SSQG5/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1534431315&sr=8-2&keywords=zenscreen&dpID=51D5WPSoKtL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1)

That AOC monitor uses DisplayLink just like the ASUS. Are you saying you have one and are not experiencing the issue?

[paultzirides]

That AOC monitor uses DisplayLink just like the ASUS. Are you saying you have one and are not experiencing the issue?

The USB-C version does not.

Alternatively, the ASUS ZenScreen (https://smile.amazon.com/ASUS-ZenScreen-MB16AC-15-6-Inch-Monitor/dp/B071S84ZW7/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1534776880&sr=1-1&keywords=zenscreen&dpID=51dOmEl8YFL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) offers similar functionality

[JOEEDS]

What make and model of computer do you have?

I have a MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015)

[lhasiuk]

I have a MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015)

Unfortunately, not that I know of. That's why I upgraded to the latest MacBook Pro.