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2020 Macbook Air M1 doesn't work with external monitor

Hi everyone,

I bought my new 2020 Macbook Air M1 and it's running great. However, whenever I connect it to my external monitor, this is what I get.



I'm using a 3rd party adapter Mokin. HDMI to USB-C. I have two of them and they are both working with my monitor when using my 2019 MacBook pro.


Appreciate any guidance here.


Thanks!

MacBook Air

Posted on Dec 11, 2020 9:46 AM

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Posted on Dec 11, 2020 10:59 AM

Try Apple's USB-C Multiport Adapter:


USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter - Apple

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Dec 11, 2020 12:17 PM in response to TidalKraken

Or just get a different brand of USB-C to HDMI adapter.

FWIW, it seems HDMI interfaces on Macs can be a bit

finicky at times. Also, FWIW, not all USB-C to HDMI adapters

are created equal.


Another alternative, if your display has a Display Port or MiniDisplay Port

input, get an adapter for that. It seems these tend to be more reliable

in terms of working across different Mac Models.

2020 Macbook Air M1 doesn't work with external monitor

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