2020 Mac mini M1 3 screens

[bmccarron]

Hey there, I have a 2020 Mac mini m1 that I am trying to connect a 3rd display (42" TV) to. I currently have 1 monitor via usb c and one via HDMI. I thought I could just connect the 3rd monitor to the other usb c but have now discovered that wont work. What is my best solution to this? Thank you!

[rboerner]

Originally Posted by bmccarron

Hey there, I have a 2020 Mac mini m1 that I am trying to connect a 3rd display (42" TV) to. I currently have 1 monitor via usb c and one via HDMI. I thought I could just connect the 3rd monitor to the other usb c but have now discovered that wont work. What is my best solution to this? Thank you!

Your specific model of Mac mini is limited to a maximum of two external displays. Apple calls this out under the 'Video Support' section within the technical specifications for your computer --> https://support.apple.com/en-us/111894

If you wish to add a third external display to your Mac, you will need to a use a product based on DisplayLink technology.

DisplayLink has a list of products that are based on DisplayLink technology here --> https://www.synaptics.com/products/d...ylink-products

[TobyAdam]

Hi! To connect a third display to your 2020 Mac mini M1, you can use a DisplayLink adapter. DisplayLink technology allows you to connect additional monitors via USB. Simply plug the DisplayLink adapter into a USB-A or USB-C port, and then connect your third display to the adapter. This should enable you to use all three displays simultaneously.

[zurry818]

The M1 Mac mini can only natively support two displays, buuuuut, you can try a Multi-monitor Adapter with DisplayLink Chip

[devndeploy]

Originally Posted by bmccarron

Hey there, I have a 2020 Mac mini m1 that I am trying to connect a 3rd display (42" TV) to. I currently have 1 monitor via usb c and one via HDMI. I thought I could just connect the 3rd monitor to the other usb c but have now discovered that wont work. What is my best solution to this? Thank you!

I personally use one of the Lenovo docking stations this connects via the usb c connection and gives me two external monitors I run one 4k and one full HD.

The docking station also charges my laptop which is nice and provides regular usb ports of other devices.

I have one at home and one at work so no carrying around cables and adapters.

Hope that helps.