Eaton Tripp Lite Series 3-Port DisplayPort to HDMI MST Hub — 4K 60 Hz UHD, DP 1.2, TAA

The Eaton Tripp Lite Series 3-Port DisplayPort to HDMI Multi-Monitor Splitter, MST Hub, is designed for users who demand expansive, high-quality video output without clutter. This reliable hub enables you to drive up to three HDMI displays from a single DisplayPort 1.2 source, delivering sharp detail and smooth motion for professional workflows, creative work, and data-driven dashboards. Built to integrate with modern workstations, laptops, and graphic-intensive setups, this MST hub balances performance and convenience in a compact form factor that fits neatly on a desk or in a control room rack. Whether you’re building a multi-monitor trading station, a design studio workstation, or a conference-room presentation setup, this adapter helps you create engaging, edge-to-edge displays with minimal cabling and maximum reliability.

• Ultra-capacity multi-monitor expansion: transforms one DisplayPort 1.2 source into three independent HDMI displays, enabling expansive and immersive workspaces without sacrificing desk space or cable clutter.
• 4K 60 Hz UHD performance: supports high-resolution, high-refresh-rate output on compatible HDMI displays, ensuring crisp images, smooth motion, and accurate color reproduction for design, video editing, and data visualization.
• MST hub technology with seamless compatibility: built on DisplayPort MST to drive up to three HDMI displays from a single DP output, delivering reliable, synchronized video across screens and simplifying multi-monitor layouts.
• Durable, TAA-compliant design: constructed for robust commercial use and compliant with the Trade Agreements Act, making it a suitable choice for government and enterprise deployments.
• Plug-and-play convenience with DP 1.2: simple, driver-free installation on supported systems, with straightforward configuration to arrange displays in extended or clone modes as preferred.

Technical Details of Eaton Tripp Lite Series 3-Port DisplayPort to HDMI Multi-Monitor Splitter

• Type: DisplayPort 1.2 MST hub that converts one DP input into three HDMI output streams
• Ports: 1 x DisplayPort input, 3 x HDMI outputs
• Video support: 4K (2160p) at 60 Hz on compatible HDMI displays; total performance depends on DisplayPort bandwidth and monitor capabilities
• DisplayPort version: DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport (MST)
• Compliance: TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant for eligible commercial and government use

How to install Eaton Tripp Lite Series 3-Port DisplayPort to HDMI MST Hub

• Step 1: Connect your computer or workstation’s DisplayPort output to the DP input on the MST hub using a high-quality DisplayPort cable.
• Step 2: Attach up to three HDMI cables from the three HDMI output ports on the hub to your HDMI displays. Use HDMI 2.0/2.1 cables for best 4K60 performance on compatible displays.
• Step 3: Power on all devices. Your system should recognize the hub as a DisplayPort MST splitter; if not, check that your graphics card and operating system support MST and that MST is enabled in the GPU control panel or OS display settings.
• Step 4: Configure display layout in your operating system. Choose extended or duplicate modes, adjust the resolution (up to 4K60 on capable displays), and arrange the monitor order to match your physical setup for intuitive cursor movement and window management.
• Step 5: Fine-tune audio routing and color calibrated settings if required. Ensure each HDMI display is set to the correct input and that any embedded audio from the DisplayPort source is routed to the appropriate HDMI outputs if you plan to use audio through external monitors.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does the Eaton Tripp Lite Series 3-Port DisplayPort to HDMI MST Hub do? A: It expands a single DisplayPort 1.2 output into three HDMI video streams, allowing you to drive up to three HDMI displays from one source for enhanced multitasking and immersive viewing.
• Q: Can I run 4K 60 Hz on all three HDMI displays? A: 4K at 60 Hz is supported on compatible displays, but the total bandwidth is shared across all outputs. Depending on your GPU, DisplayPort source, and cable quality, you may achieve 4K60 on one display or 4K60 across multiple outputs at slightly reduced resolutions or refresh rates.
• Q: Is this MST hub compatible with Windows and macOS? A: The device is designed for broad compatibility with systems that support DisplayPort MST; driver requirements are typically minimal or none, but verify MST support in your GPU’s control panel and your operating system version.
• Q: Does the hub carry audio? A: HDMI outputs can carry audio when the source and displays support it; ensure your DisplayPort source is configured to transmit audio and that the HDMI displays accept and play the audio stream.
• Q: Do I need any external power for this MST hub? A: The hub is designed to operate via the DisplayPort connection on most setups, so no external power supply is typically required. If your configuration demands more bandwidth than the DP link can provide, you may need to adjust display settings accordingly.
• Q: What if my three monitors aren’t showing content? A: First confirm that your source GPU and DP output support MST and that MST is enabled. Then verify that each HDMI display is correctly connected and configured in your OS as separate displays. If issues persist, check cable quality and try a different DP/MST configuration.