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What laptops work with the Tri-Screen 3?Updated 13 days ago

The Tri-Screen 3 works with almost every laptop! It fits laptops between 13 and 18 inches and supports all operating systems, including Mac, Windows, ChromeOS, and Linux.

Below is a simple guide to help you figure out what you’ll need for your setup.

All Mac users:

  • All Mac users need the Tri-Screen 3 Mac Adapter. Check out HERE. 

Windows, ChromeOS, or Linux users:

  • First, check what kind of ports your laptop has.

    If your laptop has USB-C ports that say DisplayPort, DP Alt Mode, or Thunderbolt 3 (or higher), you’re all set. You don’t need any adapters.

  • If your laptop’s USB-C port only says USB-C, USB 3.2, or Gen 1, and does not mention DisplayPort or Thunderbolt, you do need the Tri-Screen 3 Mac Adapter.

* A note for laptops that only have USB-A ports: You can still use the Tri-Screen 3 with a USB-A to USB-C converter and the The Tri-Screen 3 Mac Adapter

Surface Pro users:

  • See more info about your setup HERE.

Need Help Determining What Ports Your Laptop Has?

If you’re not sure what kind of ports your laptop has, here’s how to find out:

1. Find your laptop model name.

  • Mac: Click the  logo at the top left → “About This Mac.” You’ll see something like MacBook Air (M2, 2023).
  • Windows: Click the Start button → type “System Information” → press Enter. You’ll see something like Dell XPS 13 9310 or HP Spectre x360.
  • You can also look at a sticker on the bottom of your laptop.

2. Search for your model online.

Type into Google, Bing, or your favorite search engine:

Your Laptop Model + “specs” or “technical specifications”

For example:

  • Dell XPS 13 9310 specs
  • MacBook Air M2, 2023 technical specifications

3. Look for a section called “Ports”, “Connections", or "I/O"

That’s the list of all the plug types on your laptop. You’ll see things like USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, or Thunderbolt.

4. Check what it says next to USB-C.

  • If it says DisplayPort, DP Alt Mode, or Thunderbolt (3 or higher), you’re good to go.
  • If it only says USB-C or USB 3.2, but doesn’t say DisplayPort or Thunderbolt anywhere, then you need the Tri-Screen 3 Mac Adapter.
  • If there is no USB-C listed at all, your laptop only has USB-A ports, so you’ll need a USB-A to USB-C converter and the Tri-Screen 3 Mac Adapter.

Still Unsure?

No problem. Just send us your laptop’s exact model name (for example, Lenovo Yoga 7i 14-inch, 2023), and we’ll let you know exactly what you need.

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