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Connecting an iiyama/dell/asus monitor to a mac mini

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profiler31 -  

Hello,

I am exploring the market to find a screen to connect to a Mac mini M2. I received some advice (from Francis and Ritchi, whom I greet if they're online) on how to pair a MacBook Air.

I have selected 3 screens that offer a "USB-C dock" that allows for charging the Mac's battery.

The Mac mini doesn't require that, and my question is: can this powered USB-C port be used like a regular USB-C port to connect another device without disrupting its operation?

PS: I am keeping this option in case -in the future- I connect a portable Mac.

Thank you in advance

Best regards
profiler31 (Toulouse)

3 answers

  1.  mariam-j

    Hello,

    To my knowledge, a screen connects to a video output (VGA, HDMI, Display Port).

    The keyboard only goes through USB.

    Am I mistaken?

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    1. txiki Contributor

      "Only the keyboard goes through the USB" and peripherals like an external hard drive, USB stick, etc... No screen...
      Happy holidays to everyone!

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  2. profiler31 Author

    Hello,

    With Apple products equipped with a USB-C port, you can connect a monitor that also has a USB-C port and even charge or power a laptop since this port is powered.

    You can also connect a Mac Mini directly without using HDMI or DisplayPort.

    My initial question is: can this powered port be used as a regular USB-C port to connect, for example, a Mac Mini or a hard drive that are already powered (without a battery)? I have since received the answer and it's YES.

    Happy end of the year to everyone and Happy New Year 2024.

    Best regards
    profiler31 (Toulouse)

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    1. txiki Contributor

      Hello everyone, So can we mark it as Resolved? (you could have done it, at the top of the first question). I'll do it.
      Happy New Year’s Eve and Happy 2024!

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  3. profiler31 Author

    Yes, I'm sorry, thank you for rectifying my omission.

    Sincerely,
    profiler31 (Toulouse)

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