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**Author:** [@system](https://community.startech.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2025, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/welcome-to-the-it-pro-startech-com-community/5 "2025-09-29T18:30:54Z")
We are so glad you joined us. The IT Pro StarTech.com Community A place to ask questions about StarTech.com products, talk to experts, and keep up-to-date on technology trends Here are some things you can do to get s… --- ## [4P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD giving a Secure Boot violation warning after a BIOS update](https://community.startech.com/t/4p6g-pcie-sata-card-giving-a-secure-boot-violation-warning-after-a-bios-update/1989)
**Author:** [@LunarMaple50](https://community.startech.com/u/LunarMaple50)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/4p6g-pcie-sata-card-giving-a-secure-boot-violation-warning-after-a-bios-update/1989 "2026-09-24T13:55:22Z")
I recently updated the BIOS for my Asus ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI to the latest 3202 version after realising I never updated it previously for years (link to Bios downloads). It went fine updating but afterwards, I’m … --- ## [Updated firmware for 133DISPLAYPORTHDMI21?](https://community.startech.com/t/updated-firmware-for-133displayporthdmi21/1990)
**Author:** [@Reabstraction](https://community.startech.com/u/Reabstraction)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/updated-firmware-for-133displayporthdmi21/1990 "2026-09-21T14:09:34Z")
I am trying to get updated firmware for the 133DISPLAYPORTHDMI21 cable Based on debugging I’ve done, that cable advertises itself as product ID 0xD100 (“\*\_fw\_DP\_Fullink”) Whilst Cable matters products (for reference, s… --- ## [USB32HD4 started crashing with 4 monitors, worked for years](https://community.startech.com/t/usb32hd4-started-crashing-with-4-monitors-worked-for-years/1987)
**Author:** [@old\_man](https://community.startech.com/u/old_man)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb32hd4-started-crashing-with-4-monitors-worked-for-years/1987 "2026-09-21T13:23:45Z")
My USB32HD4 quad adapter started malfunctioning. need assistance with a repeatable failure of my StarTech quad-HDMI USB adapter on a Dell Precision 7560 running Windows 11 25H2, build 26200.9457. Three external monitors… --- ## [USB Peripherals Not Working](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-peripherals-not-working/1632)
**Author:** [@NullVessel](https://community.startech.com/u/NullVessel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-peripherals-not-working/1632 "2026-09-11T15:55:27Z")
Whenever I switch to my MBP, the peripherals connected to my dock stop working. This just started happening last night, and I didn’t update MacOS last night. I have used DisplayLink Cleaner to uninstall and then reinstal… --- ## [Display port doesn't work on tb31pciex16](https://community.startech.com/t/display-port-doesnt-work-on-tb31pciex16/1986)
**Author:** [@andry2544](https://community.startech.com/u/andry2544)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/display-port-doesnt-work-on-tb31pciex16/1986 "2026-09-04T17:29:28Z")
Hello, I’m having trouble connecting the TB31PCIEX16 to my laptop. Specifically, the display port on the display rack isn’t working. The other ports (two Thunderbolt ports) work, and they transmit a video signal to the m… --- ## [Video Quality Issues on ST12MHDLAN4K using direct connection](https://community.startech.com/t/video-quality-issues-on-st12mhdlan4k-using-direct-connection/1942)
**Author:** [@Jvalley](https://community.startech.com/u/Jvalley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/video-quality-issues-on-st12mhdlan4k-using-direct-connection/1942 "2026-09-02T14:56:31Z")
I am setting up a test using a laptop with the ST12MHDLAN4K HDMI over IP extender. I am getting a signal and the laptop is correctly detecting the monitor as an additional screen. However the video quality is very scramb… --- ## [Sony camcorder Firewire controller for Windows 11](https://community.startech.com/t/sony-camcorder-firewire-controller-for-windows-11/1983)
**Author:** [@AndyKHayward](https://community.startech.com/u/AndyKHayward)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/sony-camcorder-firewire-controller-for-windows-11/1983 "2026-08-28T16:19:18Z")
Hi, I am trying to copy some films from an old Sony Digital Camcorder. The protocol is a firewire cable but I now have a Windows 11 desktop and no firewire port. What can you recommend? Needs to be simple to install … --- ## [USB56KEMH2 does not decode Brazilian DTMF Caller ID](https://community.startech.com/t/usb56kemh2-does-not-decode-brazilian-dtmf-caller-id/1978)
**Author:** [@Lambde](https://community.startech.com/u/Lambde)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb56kemh2-does-not-decode-brazilian-dtmf-caller-id/1978 "2026-08-26T18:43:38Z")
I am troubleshooting Caller ID on a USB56KEMH2 connected directly to the analog FXS port of a ZTE K12. Caller ID works correctly on an Intelbras TS2512 phone on the same line, including Brazilian DTMF category handling, … --- ## [No screen with Windows Surface 10 and Startech CD-DD46-UA2-CBL-KVM](https://community.startech.com/t/no-screen-with-windows-surface-10-and-startech-cd-dd46-ua2-cbl-kvm/1982)
**Author:** [@LowRider](https://community.startech.com/u/LowRider)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 9:40am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/no-screen-with-windows-surface-10-and-startech-cd-dd46-ua2-cbl-kvm/1982 "2026-08-25T09:40:53Z")
Hi all, When i connect my Windows Surface 10 to my docking station Windows Surface dock 2 which is connected to the Startech CD-DD46-UA2-CBL-KVM my Surface 10 doesn’t recognize the 2 monitors connected to the KVM. When … --- ## [Ih2006-kvm-extender](https://community.startech.com/t/ih2006-kvm-extender/1972)
**Author:** [@vdssystems](https://community.startech.com/u/vdssystems)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/ih2006-kvm-extender/1972 "2026-08-19T18:37:53Z")
Hello i have a IH2006-KVM-EXTENDER on the network . it works but the screen is sometimes hanging and disrupted image. it passes through some cisco switches CS1300 and CBS series. how can i getthis solved so the custome… --- ## [PEXUSB312C3 IN wIN11Pro PC only registers as USB2.0](https://community.startech.com/t/pexusb312c3-in-win11pro-pc-only-registers-as-usb2-0/1980)
**Author:** [@matthew.petersen](https://community.startech.com/u/matthew.petersen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/pexusb312c3-in-win11pro-pc-only-registers-as-usb2-0/1980 "2026-08-14T13:08:18Z")
I have a W11 PC into which I have just installed the USB-C port PCIE card. When connecting to a Quest3 headset, I get a warning that the port is only running at USB2. I have tried flipping the cable at both ends, and c… --- ## [USB-C Dock Detects My Printer, but Windows Won't Print](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-c-dock-detects-my-printer-but-windows-wont-print/1957)
**Author:** [@Zachary\_Hickson](https://community.startech.com/u/Zachary_Hickson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-c-dock-detects-my-printer-but-windows-wont-print/1957 "2026-08-07T14:41:13Z")
Hi everyone, I’m using a StarTech USB-C docking station with my Windows 11 laptop. My USB printer is detected correctly through the dock, and Windows shows it as ready, but every print job stays in the queue and never r… --- ## [P2CDD143 HID ports not working](https://community.startech.com/t/p2cdd143-hid-ports-not-working/1956)
**Author:** [@Forrest\_Force](https://community.startech.com/u/Forrest_Force)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/p2cdd143-hid-ports-not-working/1956 "2026-08-04T14:33:39Z")
Hi, i got myself a P2CDD143 and have some issues with the 4 HID ports. None of them seems to be working at all. Any HID I connect stays dead. I tried a Razer Naga V2 USB-Dongle, a Huntsman TKL keyboard and a Sennheise… --- ## [My 7.1 USB EXTERNAL sound card with SPDIF does not work](https://community.startech.com/t/my-7-1-usb-external-sound-card-with-spdif-does-not-work/1951)
**Author:** [@00945041](https://community.startech.com/u/00945041)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/my-7-1-usb-external-sound-card-with-spdif-does-not-work/1951 "2026-07-27T17:08:57Z")
Hi there. I have no sound output coming from my device ICUSBAUDIO7D when connected to my speakers via the SPDIF out connection. The SPDIF output option is greyed out and not selectable in the Cmedia platform software. T… --- ## [Printer Error when printing](https://community.startech.com/t/printer-error-when-printing/1675)
**Author:** [@tspangl](https://community.startech.com/u/tspangl)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 12:06pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/printer-error-when-printing/1675 "2026-07-27T12:06:20Z")
Just setup the PM1115UW network print server, it’s detecting the printer and receives print jobs. The printer appears to receive the print job but the error light flashes, nothing prints. I followed the advanced setup i… --- ## [6P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD Installed in HP8100 Mini Tower, locks up at HP BIOS screen](https://community.startech.com/t/6p6g-pcie-sata-card-installed-in-hp8100-mini-tower-locks-up-at-hp-bios-screen/1946)
**Author:** [@OBF](https://community.startech.com/u/OBF)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/6p6g-pcie-sata-card-installed-in-hp8100-mini-tower-locks-up-at-hp-bios-screen/1946 "2026-07-22T21:07:18Z")
I am helping a friend restore an old HP computer the, HP Compaq 8100 Elite Convertible Minitower, RUNNING WINDOWS 7, with 1.13 BIOS, product number QM046US#ABA, motherboard 531990-001. I installed the StarTech 6P6G-PC… --- ## [Print server for EE Smart Hub Plus](https://community.startech.com/t/print-server-for-ee-smart-hub-plus/1938)
**Author:** [@rogerackroyd](https://community.startech.com/u/rogerackroyd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/print-server-for-ee-smart-hub-plus/1938 "2026-06-30T19:37:38Z")
Recently forced to switch to EE. New EE Smart Hub Plus recognises my old D-Link USB print server, but doesn’t communicate through it. Considering buying a StarTech PM1115U2; can anyone confirm that it is fully compatible… --- ## [Multiple Partitions](https://community.startech.com/t/multiple-partitions/1937)
**Author:** [@ssnguy](https://community.startech.com/u/ssnguy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2026, 3:32pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/multiple-partitions/1937 "2026-06-16T15:32:03Z")
Can the SDOCK2U33RE be used to copy a HD with Multiple partions to a new HD? --- ## [JMicron bridge firmware compatibility with Apple Silicon chips?](https://community.startech.com/t/jmicron-bridge-firmware-compatibility-with-apple-silicon-chips/1935)
**Author:** [@soltonomundo](https://community.startech.com/u/soltonomundo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/jmicron-bridge-firmware-compatibility-with-apple-silicon-chips/1935 "2026-06-15T18:53:19Z")
I’m having issues with a brand new SDOC2U33EB. Hoping to simply plug and play, but from the very start the USB device enumerates correctly but attached disks fail to appear. Bridge is being detected but not exposing a b… --- ## [StarTech ICUSB234858I - 4 of 8 ports randomly USB-disconnect/reconnect (same chip group every time)](https://community.startech.com/t/startech-icusb234858i-4-of-8-ports-randomly-usb-disconnect-reconnect-same-chip-group-every-time/1936)
**Author:** [@stevepinto](https://community.startech.com/u/stevepinto)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/startech-icusb234858i-4-of-8-ports-randomly-usb-disconnect-reconnect-same-chip-group-every-time/1936 "2026-06-15T16:55:20Z")
Hi all, I’m dealing with a strange intermittent issue on a StarTech ICUSB234858I (8-port USB-to-serial, externally powered) on Windows 11, used in an industrial setup with 5 serial devices connected (RS232/RS485/RS422 m… --- ## [Mouse roaming with multiple monitors](https://community.startech.com/t/mouse-roaming-with-multiple-monitors/1930)
**Author:** [@bsantanu](https://community.startech.com/u/bsantanu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/mouse-roaming-with-multiple-monitors/1930 "2026-06-09T18:25:19Z")
I have an enterprise PC with 3 monitors and a laptop that I have physically placed to the left of my desktop monitors. My physical arrange is as follows Laptop – M1 – M2 – M3 M1-M3 are connected to my enterprise deskt… --- ## [SDOCK2U33RE - Clone hd still attached to pc with the esata port](https://community.startech.com/t/sdock2u33re-clone-hd-still-attached-to-pc-with-the-esata-port/1924)
**Author:** [@geome](https://community.startech.com/u/geome)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/sdock2u33re-clone-hd-still-attached-to-pc-with-the-esata-port/1924 "2026-05-18T19:18:34Z")
Hi, Can I use the SDOCK2U33RE (USB 3.0/eSATA 1:1 SATA Duplicator Dock with UASP) with the eSata cable to clone the hdd IN my pc to the hdd in slot #1 on the unit? Will this work? (sorry not very technically minded) Th… --- ## [How to set up 3 port 1394 PCI card with windows 11?](https://community.startech.com/t/how-to-set-up-3-port-1394-pci-card-with-windows-11/1925)
**Author:** [@martyblues66](https://community.startech.com/u/martyblues66)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 7:02pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/how-to-set-up-3-port-1394-pci-card-with-windows-11/1925 "2026-05-18T19:02:34Z")
How to set up 3 port 1394 PCI card with windows 11? --- ## [P4A20132-KM-SWITCH mouse roaming not working. PLEASE HELP](https://community.startech.com/t/p4a20132-km-switch-mouse-roaming-not-working-please-help/1916)
**Author:** [@Rarshaiz](https://community.startech.com/u/Rarshaiz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/p4a20132-km-switch-mouse-roaming-not-working-please-help/1916 "2026-05-14T16:58:08Z")
I just bought the P4A20132-KM-SWITCH and using it with the Samsung 57" Odyssey Neo G9 Dual 4K UHD MODEL: LS57CG952NNXZA. Right now I have the monitor set to display 2 computers on a single monitor. I did the LCTRL LCTRL… --- ## [SAT32M225 and SATERASER4 isn't reading SSD M2 drive](https://community.startech.com/t/sat32m225-and-sateraser4-isnt-reading-ssd-m2-drive/1923)
**Author:** [@hzdgolf](https://community.startech.com/u/hzdgolf)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/sat32m225-and-sateraser4-isnt-reading-ssd-m2-drive/1923 "2026-05-05T16:14:52Z")
I have attached the SAT32M225 to the SATERASER4. It isn’t reading the M2 drive that I put into erase. What are the possible problems? I did notice when I connect the two devices together the M225 is upside down. Not … --- ## [DP2DVID2 low resolution](https://community.startech.com/t/dp2dvid2-low-resolution/1917)
**Author:** [@pdeman](https://community.startech.com/u/pdeman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2026, 4:31pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/dp2dvid2-low-resolution/1917 "2026-05-01T16:31:48Z")
My recently purchased DP2DVID2 converter is not working properly. My monitor is a Dell U3011, which have always worked fine with DVI-D cables at native resolution 2560x1600. My computer has a 5070Ti and only display por… --- ## [Meaning of the LED indicators on the SM22BU31C3R](https://community.startech.com/t/meaning-of-the-led-indicators-on-the-sm22bu31c3r/1920)
**Author:** [@ChatCelte](https://community.startech.com/u/ChatCelte)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/meaning-of-the-led-indicators-on-the-sm22bu31c3r/1920 "2026-04-27T19:55:56Z")
Two FIKWOT FN203 (M.2 2280 SATA SSD) drives in an SM22BU31C3R. The SSD1 and SSD2 LEDs blink white once per second, and the SSD1 LED is also solid red. Why? Thank you for your help. Chat Celte --- ## [NO SIGNAL when connecting secondary screen to Chromebook](https://community.startech.com/t/no-signal-when-connecting-secondary-screen-to-chromebook/1919)
**Author:** [@CEdv](https://community.startech.com/u/CEdv)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/no-signal-when-connecting-secondary-screen-to-chromebook/1919 "2026-04-27T12:12:36Z")
Hi! I have the followings setup. Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook Yodoit PTMI5 portable screen StarTech docking station ID DKM31C3HVCPD (https://www.startech.com/en-us/universal-laptop-docking-stations/dkm31c3hvcpd) When I c… --- ## [Mouse speed and acceleration with 4 port KM switch](https://community.startech.com/t/mouse-speed-and-acceleration-with-4-port-km-switch/1910)
**Author:** [@danielew](https://community.startech.com/u/danielew)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2026, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/mouse-speed-and-acceleration-with-4-port-km-switch/1910 "2026-04-15T19:51:05Z")
I just got a P4A20132-KM-SWITCH and it is working really well, except I guess I am somewhat picky about the mouse speed and acceleration. I found an undocumented setting that you can access via hotkey: HK\_LCode + Alt (H… [Next page](https://community.startech.com/latest.md?page=1)