DisplayLink Driver for Windows 10 and 11 [Download & Install]

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Key notes

  • You can utilize multiple displays on your PC by installing the DisplayLink driver in Windows 11.
  • It’s quick and easy to install the required software with the DisplayLink Graphics setup wizard.
  • You can also configure dual monitor options via Settings or the DisplayLink software.

DisplayLink is a monitor connection technology for connecting multiple VDUs to a single PC via USB docking stations. It enables you to utilize up to six monitors with a single Windows 11/10 PC.

To connect external monitors with DisplayLink, you’ll need to install its drivers first. All the required software is available for download from the DisplayLink website.

So, what are you waiting for? This is how you can download and install DisplayLink drivers within Windows 11/10.

Yes, the DisplayLink USB graphics software is compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7. So, it will work on those platforms if your PC meets all its other system requirements.

You can check DisplayLink’s minimum system requirements on this page. Alternatively, run the DisplayLink system compatibility tool, available for download.

The DisplayLink driver is essential software for facilitating communication between OS and devices. That driver encodes and sends pixels from the frame buffer.

Yes, the DisplayLink drivers are essential prerequisites for this monitor connection technology. You can install them as outlined in the steps below.

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  1. Open the DisplayLink Drivers page in whatever browser you utilize.
  2. Then click the Windows button there.
  3. Press the blue Download button for the latest DisplayLink drivers.
    The Download button displaylink driver windows 11
  4. Next, hold the Windows keyboard key and press S simultaneously.
  5. Select the File Explorer shortcut on the menu.
    The File Explorer shortcut displaylink driver windows 11
  6. Bring up the directory (folder) that includes the downloaded DisplayLink software.
  7. Right-click DisplayLink USB Graphics Software and select Run as administrator.
    The Run as administrator option displaylink driver windows 11
  8. Click the Install button within the DisplayLink Graphics window.
    Install button displaylink driver windows 11
  9. Press the Reboot button to finish.

DisplayLink won’t work if the Disconnect option is selected. So, make sure that option isn’t selected. You can enable DisplayLink by selecting Extend in Settings as follows.

  1. Connect your alternative monitor with a PC.
  2. Click the button for opening your Start menu, and select Settings from there.
    Settings app displaylink driver windows 11
  3. Select Display in the System tab to view more settings.
    Display option displaylink driver windows 11
  4. Then select the Extend desktop to this display option.
    The Extend option displaylink driver windows 11
  5. Press the Keep changes button to confirm.

You can also alter the dual-display options via DisplayLink’s software. Right-click the DisplayLink icon in your system tray to view its settings. The Off option there disables the external monitor.

DisplayLink provides users with one of the quickest and most straightforward ways to set up dual monitor displays. Install the DisplayLink driver as outlined, and you’re ready to go.

If any DisplayLink issues arise, check out WR’s DisplayLink driver not working guide. In addition, that article includes various resolutions for fixing DisplayLink.

You can discuss DisplayLink in the comments section below this post. Also, feel free to add any questions about installing DisplayLink software for dual-monitor setups.

More about the topics: Multi-monitor guides

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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it. He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes. In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.