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02-11-2025 02:25 PM
My new HP USB-C Dock G5 does not connect to my 2 Dell monitors, whilst my previous docking station Lenovo Thinkpad did; I already installed all available updates I could trace in the update section. Which action could work?
02-11-2025 07:42 PM
Probably your computer is NOT compatible with the HP USB-C G5 dock. What is your computer ?
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02-12-2025 12:54 PM
Firstly I have not heard that machine and can NOT get its full specs, specially USB-C ports. Only
https://www.xiaomibase.com/xiaomi-laptops/xiaomi-redmibook-15-pro-2023-laptop/
My question: What are its REAL USB-C ports, do they support PD and Alt Mode otherwise it won't work with HP USB-C G5 dock. Please note: Not all USB-C ports are the same. If you wish to connect 2 external monitors (total 3), you can use
- Monitor 1: HDMI direct cable,
- Monitor 2: Using a Displaylink Certified USB-A to HDMI adapter such as
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02-13-2025 01:27 PM
Many thanks for your feedback Banhien, really appreciated.
I'm afraid at the long term I will have to look for another laptop in order to solve my problem. A bit to my disappointment as I hoped that the investment in a HP Docking would solve my problem (connecting as well my private laptop Redmi Book Pro as well my HP Elite laptop for teleworking ... )
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