Customer Reviews for StarTech MSTMDP123DP 7.9" Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort Hub, Black
20 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Sep 8, 2016
Great Splitters
I received this free mini display port splitter to review and it`s been working great - no problems at all. I typically run 2 monitors, but this has allowed me to bump that up to 3 - super useful. Picture quality has been great throughout the time that I`ve used this product. Easy to use, just plug it in and it works, way better for multitasking.
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Jul 29, 2024
can't make it work
don't know if it is working or not because it's not detected on my device also no indication
that it is powered on , no leds or something
that it is powered on , no leds or something
lmt17
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Posted Jul 29, 2024
can't make it work
don't know if it is working or not because it's not detected on my device also no indication
that it is powered on , no leds or something
that it is powered on , no leds or something
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our MSTMDP123DP. We are sorry to hear that you experienced difficulty with MSTMDP123DP as this is not expected behavior for our MST hub. Our Technical Advisors will be reaching out to you shortly.
July 31, 2024
mhel
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Posted Aug 2, 2021
Works as advertised, but with a BIG FLAW
It extends my display to 3 individual screens (not mirrored), so it works well in that aspect. But what irritates me - my Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections both CEASE FUNCTIONING while this adapter is attached and running. I now have the choice of either having 3 SCREENS WITHOUT WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY, or 1 SCREEN WITH WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY. I obviously need my wireless co...
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Response from Staples :
We are sorry to hear that the MSTMDP123DP is giving you these issues. This is not expected behavior for this video adapter.
We are reaching out to get some more information about your setup, and see if we can help resolve the issue you are seeing.
Barrington, August 3, 2021
Winglessbat
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Posted Nov 21, 2019
Does not work
I have 3 HP ZR2440w monitors, only 2 came up full HD. The 3rd monitor came up VGA mode.
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Response from Staples :
We understand your disappointment and apologize that you're not seeing the performance you expected from our MSTMDP123DP. Issues like this may occur due to limitations of the internal graphics card on your PC and one way to verify where the issue occurs is to try only connecting the monitor having a problem and one other display, or swapping which display is connected to each port on the MST hub to see if the problem follows the display, the port on the MST hub, or goes away completely with only 2 displays connected. We'd be happy to help you find out what's causing this problem and we can be reached at www.startech.com/support. Our Technical Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week to provide assistance.
Matt, November 28, 2019
patcar13
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Posted Apr 13, 2019
Very Disapointing
I bought this to work with the Surface Studio 1 and the Samsung CHG90. it is a no go and there is very little information about which display adapters/driver pairs actually work with the device. I am sure when it works it is great, but when it does not it takes hours to test everything to find there is not solution.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for reviewing our MSTMDP123DP, we apologize it is not working well.
One potential issue here is the monitor you have is able to use very high resolution and refresh rates (3840x1080 @144Hz native). If possible, try to bring the refresh rate to 60Hz or below to ensure the bandwidth of the MST hub is not exceeded. In addition, if you were wanting to connect just that one monitor, using a Mini DIsplayPort to DisplayPort adapter may perform better than an MST hub, as that would allow for higher refresh rates and resolutions direct to your Surface.
If you still encounter issues please call 1 800 265 1844 or click the green chat live button in the top left of the website.
Stefan, April 22, 2019
Czer
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Posted Dec 7, 2018
Only one monitor with Surface pro 3
Just got this in and installed it on my Surface Pro 3 - it supports a second monitor - and the third monitor winds up displaying the same as the second (assuming the surface pro display is monitor one). Bought this because I assumed Star Tech would simply work - very disappointed.
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Response from Staples :
Hello!
Thank you for reviewing our MSTMDP123DP, we apologize it is not working for you.
A few steps to try first here are to make sure the surface is fully updated with Windows updates, and to see if you can change the second external monitor to "Extended" instead of mirrored in your Windows Display Settings. There is also a scan button on the back of the unit that can help with detection issues.
Please reach out to our support team at StarTech.com/chat or 1 800 265 1844 . our Technical Advisors are available 24/5 to assist!
Thank you,
Stefan , December 13, 2018
MazzucaJoe92
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Posted Sep 8, 2016
Great Splitters
I received this free mini display port splitter to review and it`s been working great - no problems at all. I typically run 2 monitors, but this has allowed me to bump that up to 3 - super useful. Picture quality has been great throughout the time that I`ve used this product. Easy to use, just plug it in and it works, way better for multitasking.
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Grant
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Posted Sep 7, 2016
Nice product! Works perfectly
I received a free sample of the Star Tech Mini Display Port to Display Port MST Hub to review and found it to be of very good quality. It worked perfectly on my Elitebook laptop at work with Windows 7. I just plugged in all monitors (3 24" monitors) , then plugged it into the computer. There are a few noises when they are booting up, but then all four monitors (includin...
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soccergeek12
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Posted Aug 31, 2016
Increased Productivity
I absolutely love the 3-Port Multi Monitor Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort MST Hub that I was selected to try out for free. As a software developer this allowed me to easily have multiple software programs open to write code, test the code on a separate screen, and then check the data on the third screen. I`m sure my boss will like me being more productive as well. I`ve...
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Nicole D
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Posted Aug 31, 2016
Useful once I got it working - needed an adapter
The Startech display port works as expected once I got it up and running. I found that I needed a HDMI adapter which would have been nice to have been included in the instructions. I found out by visiting the Startech.com website. Then I went on a quest to find the right adapter which was hard to discern from the site. I saw the picture of it but no link to the actual p...
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tater5001
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Posted Aug 28, 2016
It worked
So I received a free sample of the Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort Multi-Monitor Splitter - 3-Port MST Hub in order to complete a review. And first things first, while DisplayPort is an extremely underrated technology, HDMI has become the standard for HD display chords, so a majority of people will find the HDMI version of this product to be significantly more useful.
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Steve H
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Posted Aug 24, 2016
Overall happy with product, works as I expect
I received this splitter after agreeing to provide an honest, accurate review of this product. I work in an IT field and my job frequently requires the use of multiple monitors on more than one computer so I was looking forward to giving this product a try.
I`ve been using it for just over a week with one of my work laptops that has a mini-display port. It runs Wind...
I`ve been using it for just over a week with one of my work laptops that has a mini-display port. It runs Wind...
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Paula K.
Posted Oct 10, 2015
Fantastic High Res Display Port for Surface Pro
I use this with two ProArt monitors for photo editing with my Surface Pro 3. Great performance I gave it 4 stars because one channel failed within the first two days. Hope the replacement unit lasts.
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scubajim
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Posted Sep 20, 2015
Only detects one monitor at a time
This had promise but on a surface pro 3 w/o docking station, the MSTMDP123DP
only detects 1 of 2 27" Samsung displays.
only detects 1 of 2 27" Samsung displays.
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Response from Staples :
Dear Jim,
Thank you for taking the time to review our MSTMDP123DP MST Hub. We are sorry to hear you are experiencing this issue and we would like to offer some help.
This model of MST hub has a "Scan" button located on the back, does pressing this remedy your display issue? Do you have any other cables or monitors you can test with our hub? If possible are you able to test the hub with other computer systems that would be able to support MST?
To ensure your Surface Pro 3 or any MST enabled device performs optimally with the MSTMDP123DP, please be sure you are using the latest system firmware and drivers for your video card. These can be found through Windows updates, and depending on the update settings may be found in the "Optional Updates" section.
Are you able to provide the exact model number for the displays being used, which version of the Surface Pro 3 is used, and the type of cabling/adapters that are being used to connect to the displays?
We are always here to help with our free lifetime technical support. If you would like further assistance with our MST hub then please get in touch with us and reference case #332-284735 so we can further assist you.
You can also reply here and we will be sure to follow up.
Thank You,
Customer Support
StarTech.com
http://www.startech.com/support
Customer Support, October 8, 2015
Sparkie
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Posted Sep 4, 2015
Works great, with a catch.
I bought several of these from CDW. Lots of informative pics including one with the Surface Pro. What wasn't mentioned is the included (but not pictured) A/C adapter is required to power the splitter. Not a big deal for some, but in my case was an issue.
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Paula K.
Posted Jul 20, 2015
Display Port Hub
Have my surface connected to three external monitors works great.
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wombat
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Posted May 18, 2015
Useless with ASUS N550JK and 2x acer CB280HK
Does not work reliably with Windows 8.1 on ASUS N550JK and 2x acer CB280HK.
There must be a magic order of actions to power it on, plug in the monitors and recognise them in windows.
But it isn't working for me.
I got it to work only once, and it was stunnign with two 4K2 displays in portrait mode.
Buyt I walked away from my desk to get lunch and it hasn't worked since...
There must be a magic order of actions to power it on, plug in the monitors and recognise them in windows.
But it isn't working for me.
I got it to work only once, and it was stunnign with two 4K2 displays in portrait mode.
Buyt I walked away from my desk to get lunch and it hasn't worked since...
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Response from Staples :
Hello,
Thank you for taking time to leave some feedback on the MSTMDP123DP. We’re sorry to hear you had a poor experience with the unit and would like to help.
The MSTMDP123DP hub should function in your setup with two 4K monitors, following the normal setup order. Since the hub is working intermittently for you, it sounds like it may be faulty; we apologize for this inconvenience.
It seems you have already spoken with our Technical Advisors regarding this issue, and it was recommended to exchange the hub. If you have done so, could you inform us of your experience with the new unit?
Quality is very important at StarTech.com and we take issues like this seriously. If you require further assistance, please feel free to get in touch with us and kindly reference case number 377-231494.
Thank you,
Customer Support
StarTech.com
http://www.startech.com/techsupport
Customer Support, May 25, 2015
SurfacePro
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Posted Apr 13, 2015
So far so good
Just got it and it has been plug and play with my Surface Pro 3. I haven't tested daisy chaining Display Port or use with a variety of monitors, but so far it displays to my Dell 28" P2815Q via Display Port as expected. I may bump up/down the stars after I test it some more.
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pwaters
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Posted Mar 10, 2015
Sketchy at best
I bought the hub doesn't work as well as promoted on StarTech web site. Sketchy at best with setting up with my Surface Pro3. Every day is an adventure to get my two 27” BenQ monitors up and displaying. I am constantly resetting my display options to get it to work. This waste time in the morning up to an hour a day. In a nut shell doesn’t work out of the box.
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dstroope
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Posted Nov 11, 2014
Works Great
I bought this to connect to 24" 1080P monitors to my SP3/dock. Works well, and has no problem with the the monitors native resolution. Plug and Play so setup was as easy as plugging everything in.
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