Microsoft Surface Dock 2 (4x USB-C, 2x USB-A, Gigabit Ethernet port, Audio port)

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Move what's on your Surface to an external display. When you have displays extended, you can drag and move items between the two displays and select a different resolution for your external display (to learn more about display resolutions, go to Solution 7). Why you can trust Windows Central Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test. When you use two external displays, you may be able to achieve a higher refresh or screen resolution on one display by lowering the refresh or screen resolution used on the other. Using a Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable, connect the Mini DisplayPort on your Surface to the DisplayPort input on the first monitor. If only one of your monitors has an output port, connect your Surface to that monitor first. Press the Windows logo key + P on your keyboard, then select what you want to do according to the following table:

Note: Common video input settings include VGA, DVI, AUX, DisplayPort, HDMI, Line in, Input, and Source. HDMI connections can also transmit audio signals. We also recommend you use Microsoft’s USB-C adapters on the devices equipped with the USB-C port. For more info, see Surface sound, volume, and audio accessories. Transfer large files to an external drive, connect a USB printer or headset, charge accessories, and more. If you have problems connecting your Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector, try these solutions to identify the issue. When you connect your Surface to a TV or monitor, your Surface tries to set the best resolution based on the connector and the resolution of your TV or monitor.Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu, to enable DisplayPort 1.2 on your monitor. To learn more, refer to the user manual of your monitor. Note: Avoid using a “Y” or “dual-link” adapter that splits the signal between two or more monitors.

Expand Firmware Update to view the currently installed firmware and whether it is up to date. If needed, select the option to update the device. Expand Device Information to view the currently installed firmware and whether it is up to date. If needed, select the option to update the device. All Surface models can wirelessly connect to compatible displays using Miracast. To do this, press Windows logo key + P and select Connect to a wireless display. You can also wirelessly connect your Surface to an HDMI-compatible display by using the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter.

If you’re using a Mini DisplayPort adapter, make sure the adapter is plugged in correctly. The adapter will only work when the connector is plugged in with the flat side of the connector aligned with the flat side of the Mini DisplayPort.

Both the host device and the external display need to support the Thunderbolt™, DisplayPort, High Bit Rate (HBR) standards. Connected to two external monitors Thunderbolt 4 connection supports two 4K external displays at up to 60 Hz (when supported by device and display) Thunderbolt 4 connection supports up to two 4K external displays at 60Hz (when supported by device and display). If you find that your monitor is compatible, but you still need help, try Solution 9. Solution 9: Try the adapter on a different external display One other thing to keep in mind here is that support for two 4K displays at 60Hz. Those are as follows:Note: To learn more about setting up sound on your Surface, go to Surface sound, volume, and audio accessories.