Most Windows notebook computers power management settings will default to putting the computer to sleep with the lid closed, regardless of any external displays, keyboard, or mouse connected to the computer. If this is happening but you would prefer the system to remain active with the lid closed utilizing the external display or displays, these settings can be changed by performing the following: For Windows 10: Plug and Play: Instantly turn your laptop, tablet, or phone’s USB-C port into dual HDMI ports, with no installation necessary. Dual 4K Display: Stream content to dual displays in resolutions up to 4K@60Hz for laptops with support for DP 1.4, or up to 4K@30Hz for laptops with support for DP 1.2. HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is not supported on Silicon Motion controlled displays

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Laptop charging is also known as Power Delivery. This function is currently only supported by USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 ports. The technology must be implemented by the laptop's manufacturer, otherwise it will not be available. If you need to connect to an old-school DVI or even VGA monitor, the StarTech.com USB 3.0 to HDMI / DVI Adapter will fulfil your needs. Not everyone needs the Anker 11-in-1 USB-C Hub but if you want seemingly every port possible, you'll like it. It has an impressive array of ports that are all easily accessible. Offering 100W power delivery is a particularly nice bonus, while there's dual monitor support with one HDMI and one DisplayPort. We prefer Alogic’s DX3 that supports up to three 4K displays and offers more ports and faster charging for not much more cost, but the DX2 is fine if all you require is two top-end monitors connected to your mid-sized MacBook.Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 provides reliable, robust and high-speed Internet connection supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds

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It is also a good idea to make sure that your sound device is turned on, and that the device's volume control is not at the absolute minimum setting

If the audio device is self-powered, it is a good idea to make sure that it is powered on, and that the device's volume control is not at the absolute minimum setting