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What mattersj5create JCD542Choose a dock aboveChoose a dock above
Laptop connectionUSB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode——
Display technologyCheck model documentation——
Maximum displays*2 displays maximum——
Power to laptop*100W published host power——
HDMI sockets2——
DisplayPort socketsNone——
Display conditions4K30 plus 2K/1080p60; ports are unequal——
Mac requirementsSupported with j5create driver and compatible USB-C host——
Windows requirementsWindows 10 or later; j5create driver required——
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet——
USB peripherals3 USB-A ports, up to 5Gbps——
Before buyingOne HDMI output is limited to 2K/1080p.; j5create drivers are required; do not substitute a generic DisplayLink installer.; USB-C video capability is required; up to 100W pass-through needs a separate compatible charger.——
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