Mac User Pain Point: macOS Lacks Native MST Support
For many macOS users, expanding to multiple monitors has always been a challenge. The reason is simple: macOS does not natively support MST (Multi-Stream Transport). Even with multiple USB-C/Thunderbolt ports, achieving independent triple-display output is difficult. For users seeking efficient multitasking, creative workflows, or professional productivity, this limitation can be a major bottleneck.
DisplayLink's Solution: One USB-C Cable, True Triple 4K60Hz Output
The TESmart HDC203-PM24 Triple 4K60Hz DisplayLink® Hybrid KVM Docking Station offers a perfect solution for macOS users. With a single USB-C connection, you can simultaneously transmit:
· Video (three independent 4K@60Hz displays)
· Audio
· Data (keyboard, mouse, external drives, and other peripherals)
· Network (1000Mbps LAN)
· Power (100W PD to keep high-performance laptops fully charged)
Whether you are switching between a MacBook and a Windows desktop or running a single Mac setup, the DisplayLink KVM dock enables seamless triple-display productivity with keyboard and mouse sharing—all through one cable.
How DisplayLink Technology Works
DisplayLink technology creates a “virtual” display buffer in RAM and transmits the data over a relatively slower interface to the docking station equipped with a custom DisplayLink chip, which then converts it back to a standard display output.
l Not a GPU acceleration solution: DisplayLink does not truly accelerate graphics rendering, so minor latency can occur.
l Driver alone is insufficient: You must have a DisplayLink dock or a dock with a built-in DisplayLink chip for it to work.
l Best use case: Secondary displays showing slow-changing content such as spreadsheets, stock tickers, or program lists.
l Limitations:
· Dynamic video playback, video editing, or gaming is not recommended.
· Mouse tracking on DisplayLink monitors may feel delayed or sluggish.
In short, DisplayLink KVMs are excellent for productivity and multitasking, but users should be aware of inherent latency when dealing with fast-moving visuals.
DisplayLink-Powered KVM: Overcoming macOS Single-Display Limitations
The HDC203-PM24 integrates DisplayLink technology, which converts USB data streams into video signals, allowing macOS users to bypass the MST restriction.
Triple-Display Configuration
|
Output Type |
Port |
Requirement |
|
Native DP Video |
OUTPUT C (Monitor 1) |
USB-C supports DP Alt Mode |
|
DisplayLink Video 1 |
OUTPUT A (Monitor 2) |
DisplayLink driver active |
|
DisplayLink Video 2 |
OUTPUT B (Monitor 3) |
DisplayLink driver active |
Key Notes:
(1) DisplayLink driver is required — on macOS, the driver starts after login.
(2) Laptops without DP Alt Mode: Only dual-display output (OUTPUT A/B) is possible; OUTPUT C will remain blank.
(3) Compressed video transmission: DisplayLink may introduce minor latency or slight color differences under heavy workloads, but it performs well for general office tasks, web browsing, and multitasking.
(4) HDCP Limitations: Streaming protected content from Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ will display a black screen on macOS via DisplayLink. This is due to macOS + DisplayLink architecture, not hardware issues.
Visible Impact: KVM Functionality for Efficient Hybrid Workflows
The HDC203-PM24 is more than a triple-display docking station—it’s a Hybrid KVM Docking Station:
l Share keyboard, mouse, and displays between two computers: effortlessly switch between MacBook and Windows desktop
l Smart EDID instant switching: no signal loss, no long black screens
l Single-cable connection: reduces desktop clutter and boosts productivity
Whether you’re managing multitasking workflows, hybrid office setups, or high-efficiency dual-computer switching, the TESmart DisplayLink KVM provides a stable and fluid triple-display experience.
Summary
If you are a macOS user looking to:
l Break the single-display or mirror limitation and achieve three 4K@60Hz screens
l Use one KVM dock for video, data, audio, network, and power
l Seamlessly switch between MacBook and desktop for hybrid workflows
Then the HDC203-PM24 DisplayLink KVM Docking Station is an ideal choice. One USB-C cable is all you need for triple-display expansion + dual-computer switching + full-featured desktop productivity, while being mindful of latency limitations on dynamic content.
