StarTech.com MSTDP122DP Quick Start Manual

Multi Stream Transport Hub – DisplayPort™ 1.2 to Dual Head DisplayPort MST Hub

Product Diagram (MSTDP122DP)

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Component
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1 DisplayPort Connector
USB-A Power
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Connector
3 DisplayPort Ports x 2
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Scan Button

Requirements

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DisplayPort 1.2 enabled Host Computer x 1
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Note: MST is certified for operation with Microsoft® Windows 10, 8, 8.1, and 7 devices.
DisplayPort Monitors x 2
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DisplayPort Cables (max.15 ft.) x 2
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USB Power Adapter x 1
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Function
Connects the Hub to the Host Computer.
After the MST hub has been connected to the
Host Computer it may be necessary to initiate
the operation of additional displays from within
your Windows Display Settings.
Connect the Hub to a USB Power Adapter.
Connect up to 2 Display Devices to the Hub.
Re-syncs all of the attached displays, and can be
utilized if any of the displays are not detected.
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Installing the Hub

Ensure the Host Computer and Displays are powered off.
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Connect the DisplayPort Connect on the Hub to a DisplayPort port on a Host
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Computer.
Connect a DisplayPort Cable (sold separately) to one of the DisplayPort Ports on
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the Hub and the other end up to a DisplayPort port on a Display Device.
Repeat step 3 to connect a second Display Device to the Hub.
4.
Note: Certain graphics adapters have limited MST support and will only output to
three displays in total. If more than three monitors are attached, the fourth will be
disabled, including built-in laptop monitors or touchscreen displays.
Connect the USB-A Power Connector on the Hub to a USB Power Adapter.
5.
Connect the USB Power Adapter to an AC Electrical Outlet.
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Power on the connected Display Devices followed by the Host Computer.
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The system will now detect the Hub, and add the attached Display Devices to the
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Display Settings on the System.

Average Resolution Bandwidth Allocation

MST shares 21.6Gbps of bandwidth across all attached displays. Higher resolutions
can restrict the bandwidth available for the remaining ports. Please see our guidelines
below for determining the ideal resolution for your setup.
1920x1080 (High-definition 1080p) @ 60Hz
1920x1200 @ 60Hz
2560x1440 @ 60Hz
2560x1600 @ 60Hz
3840x2160 (Ultra HD 4K) @ 30Hz
Note: Exceeding 100% will prevent monitors from turning on.
Resolution Bandwidth
22%
30%
35%
38%
38%
Quick-Start Guide
Manual Revision: February 6, 2020 10:29 AM