This is one of those things that ChatGPT is too stupid to understand
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Specifically: I'm looking for a USB-C hub that has nothing but USB-C ports. I have a crap-ton of old(er) USB hubs that have 4, 8, or even 10 USB (type A) ports, supporting up to USB 3.0, but I haven't yet encountered an equivalent that has USB-C only. No matter what I search for, I can only find hubs/docks that also offer HDMI, Ethernet, etc. I need something much simpler. I want wall-to-wall USB-C. Assuming these things are out there - should they be suitable for monitors that (supposedly) only need a USB-C connection to a PC (plus maybe a wall wart, which I suppose is fine)...? I have the room so I could line up 3 such 15" monitors above (or below) my main display, a 40" 4K TV hooked up to my PC via HDMI. I obviously don't have an infinite number of spare HDMI ports, so I'm wondering if multiples of those USB-C monitors (+ hub) might be a viable option. Do I have unrealistic expectations? I'm getting tired of having some windows constantly getting buried by other windows and having to dig them out 100 times a day. I'd be perfectly happy if I could dedicate a (smallish) monitor for Teams, another for my email client, another for notes and such, and leave my other monitors free for "everything else".
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Specifically: I'm looking for a USB-C hub that has nothing but USB-C ports. I have a crap-ton of old(er) USB hubs that have 4, 8, or even 10 USB (type A) ports, supporting up to USB 3.0, but I haven't yet encountered an equivalent that has USB-C only. No matter what I search for, I can only find hubs/docks that also offer HDMI, Ethernet, etc. I need something much simpler. I want wall-to-wall USB-C. Assuming these things are out there - should they be suitable for monitors that (supposedly) only need a USB-C connection to a PC (plus maybe a wall wart, which I suppose is fine)...? I have the room so I could line up 3 such 15" monitors above (or below) my main display, a 40" 4K TV hooked up to my PC via HDMI. I obviously don't have an infinite number of spare HDMI ports, so I'm wondering if multiples of those USB-C monitors (+ hub) might be a viable option. Do I have unrealistic expectations? I'm getting tired of having some windows constantly getting buried by other windows and having to dig them out 100 times a day. I'd be perfectly happy if I could dedicate a (smallish) monitor for Teams, another for my email client, another for notes and such, and leave my other monitors free for "everything else".
What about this one: https://www.amazon.com/Sitecom-CN-386-USB-C-Female-Delivery/dp/B07YN56F9T[^]
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What about this one: https://www.amazon.com/Sitecom-CN-386-USB-C-Female-Delivery/dp/B07YN56F9T[^]
Well it certainly looks like it. No idea though whether it would work with USB monitors. Based on what I've been reading, it's not necessarily just because the cable will physically connect that it'll be able to carry video. At least now I know for sure they do exist. OTOH - Your link shows it as "currently unavailable". [Edit] Amazon.ca shows it available...for CAD$185.25. Wut, for a hub??
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Well it certainly looks like it. No idea though whether it would work with USB monitors. Based on what I've been reading, it's not necessarily just because the cable will physically connect that it'll be able to carry video. At least now I know for sure they do exist. OTOH - Your link shows it as "currently unavailable". [Edit] Amazon.ca shows it available...for CAD$185.25. Wut, for a hub??
Probably not, the similar StarTech.com 4-Port USB-C Hub, which is even more expensive, only supports 1 monitor. Some monitor brands, like Dell, have models that support daisy chaining: How to Daisy Chain Monitors for a Multi-Display Setup | Dell US[^] Otherwise you would need an "MST hub", see: Tips on Multi-Monitor Set Up[^]
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Specifically: I'm looking for a USB-C hub that has nothing but USB-C ports. I have a crap-ton of old(er) USB hubs that have 4, 8, or even 10 USB (type A) ports, supporting up to USB 3.0, but I haven't yet encountered an equivalent that has USB-C only. No matter what I search for, I can only find hubs/docks that also offer HDMI, Ethernet, etc. I need something much simpler. I want wall-to-wall USB-C. Assuming these things are out there - should they be suitable for monitors that (supposedly) only need a USB-C connection to a PC (plus maybe a wall wart, which I suppose is fine)...? I have the room so I could line up 3 such 15" monitors above (or below) my main display, a 40" 4K TV hooked up to my PC via HDMI. I obviously don't have an infinite number of spare HDMI ports, so I'm wondering if multiples of those USB-C monitors (+ hub) might be a viable option. Do I have unrealistic expectations? I'm getting tired of having some windows constantly getting buried by other windows and having to dig them out 100 times a day. I'd be perfectly happy if I could dedicate a (smallish) monitor for Teams, another for my email client, another for notes and such, and leave my other monitors free for "everything else".
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Probably not, the similar StarTech.com 4-Port USB-C Hub, which is even more expensive, only supports 1 monitor. Some monitor brands, like Dell, have models that support daisy chaining: How to Daisy Chain Monitors for a Multi-Display Setup | Dell US[^] Otherwise you would need an "MST hub", see: Tips on Multi-Monitor Set Up[^]
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Specifically: I'm looking for a USB-C hub that has nothing but USB-C ports. I have a crap-ton of old(er) USB hubs that have 4, 8, or even 10 USB (type A) ports, supporting up to USB 3.0, but I haven't yet encountered an equivalent that has USB-C only. No matter what I search for, I can only find hubs/docks that also offer HDMI, Ethernet, etc. I need something much simpler. I want wall-to-wall USB-C. Assuming these things are out there - should they be suitable for monitors that (supposedly) only need a USB-C connection to a PC (plus maybe a wall wart, which I suppose is fine)...? I have the room so I could line up 3 such 15" monitors above (or below) my main display, a 40" 4K TV hooked up to my PC via HDMI. I obviously don't have an infinite number of spare HDMI ports, so I'm wondering if multiples of those USB-C monitors (+ hub) might be a viable option. Do I have unrealistic expectations? I'm getting tired of having some windows constantly getting buried by other windows and having to dig them out 100 times a day. I'd be perfectly happy if I could dedicate a (smallish) monitor for Teams, another for my email client, another for notes and such, and leave my other monitors free for "everything else".
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock - 18 Ports, 98W Charging, 3x Thunderbolt 4 40Gb/s, 5 x USB-A, 3 x USB-C (10Gb/s), 2.5GbE, Single 8K or Dual 6K 60Hz Displays, Mac, PC, Chrome Compatible with 0.8m Cable - Newegg.com[^] This thing also has that thing of which has now bespoken itswelf into relative time and space, since out last RSS crepusculation. Yes, it does seem expensive but ... what has anything got to do with (subject that shall remain unspoken)?
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CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock - 18 Ports, 98W Charging, 3x Thunderbolt 4 40Gb/s, 5 x USB-A, 3 x USB-C (10Gb/s), 2.5GbE, Single 8K or Dual 6K 60Hz Displays, Mac, PC, Chrome Compatible with 0.8m Cable - Newegg.com[^] This thing also has that thing of which has now bespoken itswelf into relative time and space, since out last RSS crepusculation. Yes, it does seem expensive but ... what has anything got to do with (subject that shall remain unspoken)?
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;)| Newegg.com[^] Ok, I see what you mean. [EDIT] You know it has occured to me lately that there's probably a society (by now anyway) for the furtherance of the destruction of all search engines. Now if only they were smart enough to know when they were licked and just commit suicide without any aid from humans: :sigh: | Newegg.com[^] [/EDIT]