bon.elk 3in1 multi hub not connecting to monitor via HDMI

I am trying to use the following bon.elk connector https://www.bonelk.com/products/bonelk-long-life-3in1-multiport-hub-space-grey to set up a second display via USB-C to HDMI on a Samsung LS24GD 24" FHD 100Hz Curved Monitor.

Macbook Pro M3 chip 16GB (serial number DTH44PKVTD)

Should this automatically connect or is there software I need?

Basic checks

monitor is on and source set to HDMI
bon.elk hub correctly connected and blue light on (flashes at initial connection then goes to solid on)
monitor is not in stand-by mode

TIA for any help!

MacBook Air 15″

Posted on Feb 26, 2025 06:30 PM

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Posted on Feb 26, 2025 07:01 PM

I have just worked this one out myself - the hub requires to be powered by a second USB-C input to work with a HDMI connection.

I find this quite annoying as means that I can only use it when I have a power point available for my laptop. Quite restrictive.

I am going to look into options for remote / bluetooth connection instead.

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