Lenovo ThinkVision X1 display and MacBook (retina)

Today I took delivery of a new Lenovo ThinkVision X1 display. I specifically chose this display for my MacBook because it support USB-C; finally I can get rid of the Apple USB-C dongle and run everything from a single cable as nature intended. However, while the monitor works just fine with an HDMI cable (not 4K of course), I cannot get my Macbook to recognize it when I connect just using the USB-C cable. It does see the USB hub in the monitor, but not the display part. Does anyone have any experience getting this monitor working? I've tried both Apple USB-C that came with the Macbook as well as the USB-C cable shipped by Lenovo.

Thanks

MacBook, OS X El Capitan (10.11.4)

Posted on Mar 28, 2016 5:35 PM

33 replies

Jun 29, 2017 8:54 AM in response to aanon4

I believe this might have to do with the monitor not being able to supply enough power for it to charge. Another spec manufacturers need to make easily available.

ax1o

Level 1

4 points

Aug 10, 2017 11:56 AM in response to aanon4

Works well with mb pro 2016

but only with Lenovo cable, not apple's

btw apple's web cam is better

but there are some problems with sound on monitor - it's whistles.

dcgmd

Level 1

4 points

Sep 28, 2017 1:49 PM in response to aanon4

Hi aanon4,

Quick question – still happy with the display? I am a graphic designer and are just about to get one as well... would be great to get som feedback! All the best, Martin

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Lenovo ThinkVision X1 display and MacBook (retina)