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🖥️ StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Dual HDMI Adapter - 4K 30Hz & 1080p - External Video & Graphics Card - USB Type-A to HDMI Dual Monitor Display Adapter - Windows Only - Black (USB32HD2) Review

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Connector TypeHDMI/USB
BrandStarTech
Warranty TypeLimited
Number of Ports2

Description of 🖥️ StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Dual HDMI Adapter - 4K 30Hz & 1080p - External Video & Graphics Card - USB Type-A to HDMI Dual Monitor Display Adapter - Windows Only - Black (USB32HD2)

PERFORMANCE: USB 3.0 to Dual HDMI adapter lets you extend your desktop by adding up to two HDMI monitors to your laptop or desktop computer using a single USB Type-A port | 1x output for up to 4K 30Hz (UHD) & 1x 1080p | 2ch audio (through HDMI) | HDCP 1.4. INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY: Supports a total of 3 displays in extended mode (incl. laptop screen) at your workstation or working remotely from home | USB bus-powered; no extra power supply required | 4K port supports ultrawide displays up to 2560x1080. EASY SETUP: 10" (25cm) attached cable for added distance between the adapter & host device for multi-monitor workspace or HDTV boardroom setup; Auto driver install; Works w/ Windows system even if 4K output is not natively supported by laptop/video card. WINDOWS ONLY: This USB-A to dual HDMI monitor adapter is only compatible with Windows operating systems and does not support macOS or Linux | External USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Graphics Card Adapter to connect multiple screens.

Reviews

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Oh my god, how does copy/paste work?

In one of the reviews below I saw that the copy/paste was not working and I rolled my eyes. I'm a programmer and it doesn't make sense that a USB video adapter can interrupt copy/paste. Well, of course it is. Somehow copy/paste to remote desktop doesn't work from time to time when using this adapter. This is not 100% of the time, but easily reproducible. RDP on a few machines, copy and paste something over a remote desktop session and after a few times it stops working. Unplug the adapter and…

Pros
  • I hold my fists
Cons
  • Will be added later

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Incredibly invasive software; Returned

Works? Technically yes. It turns a USB 3.0 port into two HDMI ports. However, this requires you to install their driver software, which is bloated, invasive, and generally inconvenient. Not only does it set PRIVILEGES AT THE KERNEL LEVEL (are you kidding?!), but it also removes control of the native graphics card. All of them. Color management: GONE; User Permissions: EXCLUDED; Timing: NONE. Oh, and you want to delete it? Get ready for a full OS reinstall because it sets permissions that…

Pros
  • Best in its niche
Cons
  • Long wait

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Really worth setting it up properly in the display settings

Love the extra screens. I use this dual card in addition to the single Startech card I bought last year on a USB3 hub to provide 4 large screens and a laptop screen which I rarely use. All HDMI ports in this setup. It is important to set up monitors in the display settings so that the same monitor is always marked as "primary display" and all monitors are in the same position in all activity scenarios - no matter how the monitors are firing. and in what order. I use a laptop with a built in…

Pros
  • Handy thing
Cons
  • So far so good

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Update: Do not use Intel Display Software with extension

I work from home when I can and work behind a laptop screen so I decided to add 2 monitors to buy. The problem is that my laptop only has 1 HDMI. It was the perfect solution. Pros: When you finally get it working, it's awesome! Cons: Instructions could be more detailed. I'm usually pretty good with computers, but I was almost frustrated with this one. The Intel Display software on my Dell laptop only recognizes 1 display. It wasn't until I used other display options that I was actually able to…

Pros
  • . FOR WINDOWS ONLY: This HDMI USB-A Dual Monitor Adapter is only compatible with Windows operating systems and does not support macOS or Linux | External USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Multi-Screen Video Card Adapter
Cons
  • Not as thick as other options

Revainrating 1 out of 5

What Startech really doesn't want you to know about its USB 3.0 to Dual HDMI Adapter

What Startech really doesn't want you to know about their USB 3.0 Dual HDMI AdapterI always give a star to get your attention when a potential buyer wants to know something about a product. In this case, the Startech USB 3.0 to Dual HDMI Adapter has two HDMI adapters, but only one of them has 4k resolution. I was unaware of this when I purchased this item and was very disappointed because I have two extra 4k displays and wanted two extra 4k displays. I already had a Startech Single HDMI…

Pros
  • DRIVER REQUIREMENTS AND SUPPORT: If your laptop/system is managed by an organization or workplace then you may need permissions to install drivers. Please confirm that you have administrator rights to allow driver installation. StarTech customer service is always ready to assist you with any questions regarding the operation or installation process. Contact us if you need assistance.
Cons
  • Legacy Model

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Installed and works great! Some common resolution limitations with multiple monitors.

I got this for use with my desktop so I can have two HDMI outputs from the same video card while I am however waiting for a new card I connected it to my Dell laptop and added two monitors with a resolution of 2650 x 1440. The laptop display can operate at a resolution of 3840 x 2160. I then ran the driver executable and installed the driver. Device restarted and connected. Immediately there were two monitors. I decided to expand them, arranged them left to right with the laptop as the center…

Pros
  • EASY SETUP: Attached 25cm (10") cable to extend the distance between adapter and host device for multi-monitor workspace or HDTV boardroom; automatic driver installation; works with Windows system even if 4K output is not natively supported by laptop/video card
Cons
  • Slightly dented