USB-C is a symmetrical USB connector system. Use this tag for questions specific to USB-C; for all others, use the generic USB tag.
Questions tagged [usb-c]
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Why can't I find a USB-C hub with multiple USB-C ports?
My computer only has one USB-C port and I want to connect multiple USB-C devices to it.
I have trawled through Amazon but am amazed that I cannot find a single one. There are many hubs that have USB 3.1 USB-A ports but not USB-C ones.
Is there a…
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What is the D-shaped icon next to my USB-C port on my Asus Zenbook?
There's a small D-shaped icon next to my USB-C port on my Asus Zenbook. It looks like two Ds or a P and a D, one smaller (P) placed inside a larger one. I have tried looking for it online but I can't seem to find it anywhere. What does it stand for…
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Dell Inspiron i5565 Laptop without USB-C port can I use a USB-C dock with an adapter?
This laptop does not have a USB-C port, but If I use a a USB-3 to USB-C adapter such as this one
https://www.nonda.co/products/usb-c-to-usb-3-0-mini-adapter
Should I be able to connect to a USB-C type hub such as this one?
link
The goal, would be to…
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Apple 61W USB-C strange compatibility
I'm very curious why my Apple 61W USB-C can charge a seemingly-arbitrary set of devices. It can charge my Macbook Pro and Nexus 6P, but not my sister's LG G5 or my Anker PowerCore 21000+ battery. My Macbook can charge the Anker through the same…
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Charging non USB-C laptops with USB-C charger - is it safe and will it work?
I would like to know (1) if it is safe and (2) will it work to charge two old non-USB-C laptops using a USB-C charger.
My laptops:
Acer Aspire A515-54, which power supply provides output of 19V and 2.37A.
HP ProBook 445 G7, which power supply…
Israel
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How can I identify the speed, charging capability, video capability, etc. of my USB C cable?
I have a short (~1ft) USB C cable that "feels" well-built, like a Thunderbolt 3 cable. However, it does not have any branding anywhere so I can't look up the "model" of the cable.
How do I tell its maximum charging capacity, data transfer speed,…
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USB C Multifunction DisplayPort mode USB speed?
I am a little bit confused here. Here's what I know:
USB C has four high speed lanes. USB 3.2 Gen 2 uses one lane for transmitting USB and one for receiving USB both at 10gbps speeds. This leaves two lanes empty. The so called "DP Alt Mode with…
chx
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Is it suspicious that a USB-A to USB-C cable only works when plugged into a computer?
Semi-related to Identifying data transfer micro USB cables vs charge only micro USB cables, is a USB cable that only works when plugged into a computer a suspicious sign? I bought a set of cheap USB-A to USB-C cables due to my wife having misplaced…
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USB-C Hub Counterpart
I have a USB-C docking station and I have a (mini) computer without a (compatible) USB-C port. However I would like to plug this computer to my docking station. I'm therefore looking for a "USB-C hub counterpart" that I can plug to my computer's…
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Charging laptop via USB-C from different power sources
I have a laptop (Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Tablet Gen 3) that charges via a USB-C port. The power adapter that the laptop came with plugs into the wall outlet and has a USB-C plug on the other end. It provides 65 watts of power.
I am wondering if it is…
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