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MP 6,1 Monitor switched to 30 Hz and won't switch back
I recently purchased a new MateView 4k monitor which I connected to my 2013 Mac Pro using a miniDP-to-miniDP cable. I initially set it up using my existing 30" Cinema display in the Displays control panel and set it to 60 Hz. That was working great for the last 1.5 weeks, even after I... -
Secondary Screen Scrambles after Sleep
(my 1st Thread!) 🤓 Computer type: Brand new Mac Mini M2 (8core CPU, 10coreGPU) 16gb/256gb storage with hub(750gb) for extra storage. I migrated from a Mac Mini 2012 that I used to make apps for over a decade! So I'm in total awe of the speed & snappiness! love my new computer soooooo much! 🥹... -
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Samsung 57" Dual UHD Monitor & Mac Compatibility
So Samsung recently launched this 57" ultrawide, dual UHD (7680x2160) display. This particular model uses HDMI 2.0 (IIRC) on one port to enable this high resolution. It's on sale for $1,999 at Samsung's site (normally around $2,500). I don't really care about its high refresh rates, as I'm...- JayKay514
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- 8k ultrawide curved monitors monitors samsung 57" samsung odyssey neo g9
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MP 1,1-5,1 Larger monitor choices for AMD Radeon R9 280x
On my cMP 5,1 running Catalina with OpenCore (Martin Lo's distribution) I'm currently using a flashed AMD Radeon R9 280x with a Dell U2412M monitor. System Information shows the following details for them: I'd like to move up to at least a 27" monitor, but before shopping I'd like to have... -
Main Display Lagging while Recording
Hello, I have searched vastly looking for a solution, asked ChatGPT, and have checked what felt like every corner of the web for two hours. Whenever I record or stream on OBS Studio, I have it opened on my second monitor (Sceptre, 1080p, 60Hz), and usually use my main monitor (LG Brand TV, 60...- fibsh
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- display gaming lagging mac mini m1 monitors obs obs studio parallels recording
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Resolved Need help with monitor choice
Hi, I'm a plug/play type hoping someone more in-the-know can provide advice on external monitors. I currently have a Dell SE2719HR (displaying at 1920x1080) connected through HDMI via the Apple-brand dongle, that is connected to the USB-C port on my M1 Air. It looks horrible. Text is...- whocares1234
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- apple air m1 monitor m1 monitor monitor recommnedations monitors
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I need help making a buying decision!!
I have a 2013 27 inch iMac and it has gotten so slow as I upgrade to new Mac OS operating systems. I need to buy a new desktop computer very soon but I’m getting tired waiting around for the new iMacs to be released. Now they say they may be released in November! It’s only been over 800 days... -
Why my screen looks stretched out?
I have a Mac Mini 2012, Running macOS Yosemite. The Monitor is connected with HDMI and the screen seems to be impossible to fit the monitor. Any resolution advice with SwitchresX or any app for the same thing?- I WAS the one
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- monitors resolution
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- Forum: OS X Yosemite (10.10)
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Use PC as second monitor?
Is there any way to use a PC laptop (newer HP Envy) as a second monitor for my iMac without using any cables? I'm moving across the country and don't have my second monitor or any cables/adapters available to me. Just the iMac and the PC. I read some documentation about AirPlay but I don't see...- nigel415674
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- airplay devices monitors
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- Forum: iMac
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Screen suggestions for the Mac Studio?
Hi all, I was hoping to get some opinions regarding a screen that complements the Mac Studio. Yes, in a perfect world I would purchase the Apple Studio Display but in Australia, this cost a "reasonable" (not) $2499. So this is unfortunately out of my price range and lives in fantasy land. I'm...- gshocked
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- mac studio mac stui monitor poll monitors
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- Forum: Mac Studio
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Best Budget 32-inch UHD / 4K Monitor for Mac and PC ?
TLDR A monitor for software development (mainly wanting crisper text and UI) on an M1 Mac and gaming (no refresh requirement higher than 60 Hz) on a Windows 10 PC. ========================= I currently have two monitors, which were previously paired with a 2012 Mac mini and HP slim notebook...- MacCheetah3
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- monitors
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MonitorControl for HDMI monitors - please provide Feedback to Apple!
The Apple Silicon Macs miss a framework that allows DDC control of HDMI monitors' brightness, contrast, and volume. Apple asked for feedback using the Feedback Assistant and we are looking for support to add this framework function back in. I have been using it on my other Macs with a Dell and...- haralds
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- ddc protocol monitors
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- Forum: Apple Silicon (Arm) Macs
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How to set the display as pimary monitor on mac mini M1
hi I am sure this has been answered, but I cannot find a solution. I have a Mac Mini M1 and two displays. 1- works on USB-C 2- is old and only works on HDMI and a couple of older display ports. So I have got both working the first 1 is connected with a USB-C cable and the second 1 is... -
Question about connection protocol for USB-C monitors
I recently bought a new monitor (an LG 27UK850-W 27" 4K UHD IPS Monitor) and one of the connection options is USB-C, which I'm using on my MacBook Pro. In System Information.app, it describes the external monitor connection type as "Thunderbolt/DisplayPort," and I'm using the USB-C-to-USB-C...- jent
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- displays monitors usb-c
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- Forum: Mac Basics, Help and Buying Advice
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Monitor arm that only goes up and down?
Is there a desk-mounted monitor arm/stand that specifically only goes up and down? I have a standing desk and every time I switch from sitting to standing position, I readjust my monitor height, but really dislike how free-floating arms can easily jerk the monitor off-axis. I want a sturdy...- dukee101
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- desk setup ergonomics monitor arms monitor stands monitors standing desk
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Thunderbolt to DVI-D doesn't (always) work... Multi Monitor setup worked for 3 years until today...
Hi all – I am hoping someone might have some idea of what might have happened to one my monitors… I run a total of 3 including the MBP’s screen as you can see… Here is the setup… Mid-2014 15” MBP retina running 10.14.6 1st Monitor - Dell E248WFP 2nd Monitor - Dell 2408WFP – PROBLEM MONITOR (on...- webbadass
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- dvi-d macbook pro mid 2014 monitor monitors thunderbolt video card
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Docking Station for 3 External Monitors
Howdy! I've searched high and low and can't seem to find an option. I'm hoping that you guys can help! I've got a MacBook Pro 16" (2019), and I would love to hook it up to the 3 external monitors that I have in my office. I have found plenty of docking solutions that allow me to use 2 of the...- RoryCOnline
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- docking station macbook pro macbook pro 16" 2019 monitors
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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External Display Resolution
I have the Macbook Pro 13" 2017 non-retina. I am using a CalDigit Thunderbolt mobile dock to connect to 2 Dell monitors using HDMI cord. The dock supports up to apx. 4000x3000 display. In display settings my only options are 1600x900, 1080p, 720p. The 1600x900 sucks and the 1080p is still a...- obediahfire
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- macbook pro monitors resolution
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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MB Pro 4,1 and external monitor help!
I have an old 2008 Macbook Pro (model 4,1) that I had connected to a Samsung 34" ultrawide monitor, filling the entire screen, connected via DVI out to HDMI into the display. Worked great! No configuration needed. I am now trying to connect my new Acer Predator X34 ultrawide monitor the same...- jfly123
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- full screen monitors resolution scaling ultrawide
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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4K versus 2K & Adobe RGB versus sRGB
Hello all... I'm in the market to purchase a new monitor. I have only ever bought Apple Monitors so I have been doing extensive research and now I'm being told 27" and Adobe RGB is the only way to go for my business type. I'm an old school graphic designer, I do logo design, brochure design...- Anto38x
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- adobe rgb monitors srgb
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- Forum: Mac Accessories
