Let’s say you have a DisplayPort 1.2-compatible graphics card with multi-stream transport (MST), and now you want to display the signal from your PC to multiple monitors. With the right accessory, this is a simple task.
A Multi-Stream Transport (MST) Hub allows you to distribute a single DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort signal across multiple monitors. An MST Hub will have either a DisplayPort or a Mini DisplayPort connector. Simply select the hub appropriate for the port on your computer or tablet.
An MST Hub allows for the use of three different modes for multi-monitor displays: duplicating your primary display, extending your display across multiple monitors, or creating a video wall.
Duplicate Mode
Also called cloning or mirroring your display, in duplicate mode the same image will be displayed on each monitor.
![Duplicate Mode](https://tldcmarketing.blob.core.windows.net/blog/img/displayport-multiple-monitors-duplicate.png)
Extended Desktop Mode
Extending your display allows you to show your PC’s desktop on all of the connected monitors, while having a different window open on each monitor.
![Extended Desktop Mode](https://tldcmarketing.blob.core.windows.net/blog/img/displayport-multiple-monitors-extended.png)
Video Wall Mode
Creating a video wall lets you combine all monitors in your setup so they act as one giant monitor. You can arrange the monitors however you want them: vertically, horizontally or clustered together.
![Video Wall Mode](https://tldcmarketing.blob.core.windows.net/blog/img/displayport-multiple-monitors-wall.png)
Available for Many Types of Monitors
Tripp Lite has MST Hub solutions with built-in converters to support legacy HDMI and DVI monitors, as well as DisplayPort monitors. You’ll also need the compatible cables to connect the hub to your monitors; we recommend the following cables:
- For DisplayPort monitors: P580-Series Cables
- For HDMI monitors: P568-Series Cables
- For DVI monitors: P560-Series Cables
MST hubs are compatible with DisplayPort 1.2 standards, but to ensure full functionality, check your graphic card’s documentation to confirm it supports the features you need.