Check Accessories and Connections

Step 1: Ensure that the video cable (HDMI or USB-C) is firmly connected to the monitor.

Step 2: If you wish to use a converter cable with the iVANKY docking station, to avoid issues with cable quality, please use the iVANKY provided cable and connect to ports 9 / 12 to ensure normal operation of the product.

Step 3: Select the upper-left Apple menu icon, go to “System Settings”, click on “Displays”, and choose the recommended resolution.

Step 4: Flip the USB-C cable that connects the docking station to the computer and plug it in again.

Step 5: Try connecting to other Thunderbolt ports on your Mac.

Step 6: In the upper-left Apple menu, go to "System Settings", click on "Displays" If the external monitor is recognized but displays no image, replace the HDMI cable. If the issue persists, contact iVANKY customer support.

Check Accessories and Connections

Step 1: Disconnect the monitor from the docking station and reconnect. Turning off the monitor first might help.

Step 2: Manually select the correct signal source input on the monitor, such as HDMI signal input.

Step 3: Restart your Mac. For Mac laptops, close the lid for a few seconds and then reopen it.

Step 4: Select the upper-left Apple menu icon, go to “System Settings”, click on “Displays”, hold the “Option” key to display the “Detect Displays” button, and press this button more than 10 times.

Allow docking station connection

Step 1: Select the upper-left Apple menu icon, go to “System Settings”, choose “Privacy & Security”.

Step 2: Scroll down and click the pop-up menu next to “Allow accessories to connect”, then select the desired option. Learn more about these options.

Check monitor brightness

Step 1: If your external monitor has a black screen, ensure the “Brightness” is not set too low.

Step 2: If using an Apple keyboard and monitor, use the keyboard's brightness keys. Alternatively, select the upper-left Apple menu icon, go to “System Settings”, click on “Displays”, and use the brightness control.

Step 3: If the external monitor is not Apple-made, use its built-in controls and menu system to adjust brightness. If unable to adjust brightness and the monitor is black, it may lack power or have a malfunction.

Check Accessories and Connections

Step 1: Unplug the DC cable, wait for 30 seconds, then reconnect the DC cable.

Step 2: Ensure that the USB-C ports on the docking station are clean and free of debris. If necessary, use compressed air for cleaning.

Step 3: Ensure that the video cable (HDMI or USB-C) is firmly connected to the monitor.

Step 4: Reconnect the accessories connecting the Mac and the monitor. If necessary, try flipping the dual USB-C cable on the MacBook side.

Step 5: If you wish to use a converter cable with the iVANKY docking station, to avoid issues with cable quality, please use the iVANKY provided cable and connect to ports 9 / 12 to ensure normal operation of the product.

Step 6: Replace the dual USB-C cables with recommended USB4 cables, ideally 1m (3.3ft) in length, to connect to ports 9 and 12 on the docking station.

Step 7: Select the upper-left Apple menu icon, go to “System Settings”, click on “Displays”, and choose the recommended resolution.

Step 8: Switch to a different video interface on the monitor.

Step 9: Make sure your Mac system is up-to-date.

Check the Monitor's Condition

Step 1: Verify if screen artifacts are due to a cracked screen. Turn on the screen to check for visible cracks, which may indicate dirt or liquid leakage. If present, contact the monitor's support team.

Step 2: After restarting your computer and without opening any software, test to see if there's a conflict with apps. If the issue occurs only with a specific app, uninstall and reinstall the app, or update it to the latest version. If the problem persists, contact the app's customer service.

Step 3: Install the latest macOS updates; these may include firmware updates for Apple-made monitors.

Note: If your monitor is not an Apple brand, ensure it has the latest firmware from the manufacturing company. Refer to the monitor's documentation or the manufacturer's website for details.

If the above methods do not resolve your issue, please provide detailed information to our customer support. This should include the specific macOS version installed on your MacBook, the exact port that is malfunctioning, the model of your external monitor, and the precise model of your MacBook, including its year and specifications.

Verify Compatibility of Your Mac for Dual-Screen Setup

The FusionDock Max 1 supports dual-screen output exclusively on M1 Pro, M1 Max, M2 Pro, M2 Max, M3 Pro, and M3 Max MacBook Pro models.

Inspect Accessories and Connections

Step 1: Ensure that the video cable (HDMI or USB-C) is firmly connected to the monitor.

Step 2: If you wish to use a converter cable with the iVANKY docking station, to avoid issues with cable quality, please use the iVANKY provided cable and connect to ports 9 / 12 to ensure normal operation of the product.

Step 3: Select the upper-left Apple menu icon, go to “System Settings”, click on “Displays”, and choose the recommended resolution.

Step 4: Reverse the USB-C cable that connects the docking station to the computer, and then reconnect it.

Step 5: Try using other Thunderbolt ports on your Mac.

Step 6: From the Apple menu in the upper-left corner, select “System Settings” and click on “Displays”. If the external monitor is detected but no image is displayed, replace the HDMI cable. If the problem continues, contact iVANKY customer support.

Monitor Detection

Step 1: Unplug the monitor from the docking station, then reconnect it. It may be beneficial to turn off the monitor beforehand.

Step 2: On the monitor, manually choose the appropriate signal source, such as the HDMI input.

Step 3: Restart your Mac.

Step 4: Click on the Apple menu icon in the upper-left corner, navigate to “System Settings”, and select “Displays”. While holding the “Option” key, reveal the “Detect Displays” button. Press this button repeatedly, more than 10 times.

Verify Compatibility of Your Mac for Quad-Screen Setup

Ensure that your Mac is compatible with FusionDock Max 1's quad-screen output. This feature is supported only on MacBook Pros with M1 Max, M2 Max, or M3 Max chips.

Before starting to use four screens, we recommend that you use ports 5/7/8/10 or 7/10/11/14.

Inspect Accessories and Connections

Step 1: Ensure that the video cable (HDMI or USB-C) is firmly connected to the monitor.

Step 2: If you wish to use a converter cable with the iVANKY docking station, to avoid issues with cable quality, please use the iVANKY provided cable and connect to ports 9 / 12 to ensure normal operation of the product.

Step 3: Select the upper-left Apple menu icon, go to “System Settings”, click on “Displays”, and choose the recommended resolution.

Step 4: Reverse the USB-C cable that connects the docking station to the computer, and then reconnect it.

Step 5: Try using other Thunderbolt ports on your Mac.

Step 6: From the Apple menu in the upper-left corner, select “System Settings” and click on “Displays”. If the external monitor is detected but no image is displayed, replace the HDMI cable. If the problem continues, contact iVANKY customer support.

Monitor Detection

Step 1: Unplug the monitor from the docking station, then reconnect it. It may be beneficial to turn off the monitor beforehand.

Step 2: On the monitor, manually choose the appropriate signal source, such as the HDMI input.

Step 3: Restart your Mac.

Step 4: Click on the Apple menu icon in the upper-left corner, navigate to “System Settings”, and select “Displays”. While holding the “Option” key, reveal the “Detect Displays” button. Press this button repeatedly, more than 10 times.

Inspect Accessories and Connections

Step 1: Confirm that the monitor is properly connected and the monitor power cable is securely fastened.

Step 2: If a video adapter is in use with the iVANKY docking station, substitute it with an HDMI 2.0 cable. Additionally, exchange the dual USB-C cable for two USB4 cables, each no longer than 3.3ft (1m), and connect them to ports 9 and 12 on the docking station, respectively.

Step 3: Independently connect a monitor to the docking station and check whether the resolution is accurate. If problems persist, explore using different cables.

Step 4: Please connect a monitor independently to the Mac and verify if the resolution is correct.

If the previously mentioned methods don't resolve your issue, we kindly ask you to provide detailed information to our customer support. This includes the specific macOS version currently installed on your MacBook, the exact port that is failing to operate correctly, the model of your external monitor, and the precise model of your MacBook, including its year and specifications.

NOTE: Only ports 7/10/11/14 can support 6K resolution output. MacBook M1/M2/M3 Pro can support dual 6K output through the Thunderbolt port, and MacBook M1/M2/M3 Max can support triple 6K output through the Thunderbolt port

Step 1: Verify that the monitor is properly connected to its power cable and that the connection is secure.

Step 2: Individually connect the monitor to ports 7, 10, 11, or 14 and test whether the resolution is being output correctly. If problems continue when used individually, consider replacing the cables. We recommend using an Thunderbolt 3, or USB 4 cable.

Step 3: If you are unable to achieve normal output, kindly reach out to iVANKY support for assistance in resolving the issue or to inquire about a replacement.