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Can I use an HDMI splitter with my M1 Mac Mini?

I would like to use two monitors but reserve the USB-C Thunderbolt port for something else. Can I connect two monitors via HDMI if I use an HDMI splitter?

Mac mini, macOS 11.4

Posted on Aug 6, 2021 9:43 PM

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Oct 6, 2021 3:57 AM in response to hcsitas

I will. In the meantime coild you explain why the hdmi signal cannot be duplicated using an hdmi splitter?

hcsitas

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Oct 6, 2021 4:06 AM in response to lebowskisound

What meantime? The time is now! All the best!

hcsitas

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Oct 6, 2021 11:20 AM in response to D.I. Johnson

Good points! +1. Maybe it is a no-brainer...let's wait for @lebowskisound to confirm whether it is or not.

Rudegar

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Oct 6, 2021 12:26 PM in response to hcsitas

Some splitters does not play nicely with hdcp though

Oct 6, 2021 6:41 PM in response to crissequeira89

A splitter should work but you will get the same picture on both displays.

https://thehometheaterdiy.com/hdmi-splitter/

Can I use an HDMI splitter with my M1 Mac Mini?