I SOLVED the BIGGEST issue with the Samsung M8 Monitor in 2023 | OREI 4 X 1 Ultra HD HDMI Switcher

[@dbyrnell]

Great stuff! Thank you.

[@JCTechFinance]

You’re welcome!

[@waverlywilliams5417]

Thank you so much!! I've been having this problem and I keep having to crawl under my desk to change the HDMI cords!! I don't know why I forgot switches existed and tried to use a USB-C hub.

[@JCTechFinance]

Glad this video helped!

[@edc.4069]

my problem has been more with the usbc, not the hdmi side. For both the m7 and m8 models. Like getting a Dex compatible device to stay connected to the monitor via the primary usbc port. IT seems to disconnect randomly, I think it is a power delivery issue. I started using a powered usbc/Thunderbolt4 hub from OWC. Attach the m8 into oneof the available ports of the hub (not the source port of the hub). Attach any other usbc devices or systems. And then the primary usbc port of the hub should be plugged into the primary device you want to use (ex: your laptop or mobile phone for dex (s23u for me)). Pretty much the usbc management on the monitor appears to fail for higher powerdelivery devices. WHen it stop working, the only workaround seems to be a power refresh (unplug and replug the wall adapter). However if you force it to connect through a powered usbc (I think thunderboltt4 compatible is preferred) hub, it seems to address the issue. And I am referring to the original m8 monitor, not hte 2023 refresh (i think m80c)

[@ankurv03]

Why my micro hdmi not supporting more than 30 fps on 4k... I tried this with both macbook air and windows laptop, whereas on Apple TV it does support 4k at 60Hz.. Not sure what is wrong when we connect it to macbook or windows..

[@Mr-Royn]

@JC - Tech & Finance JC, first of all. Thanks for the solution; helps a lot. Although connecting multiple devices is not my primary requirement; I have but only two questions. 1. Does it charge MacBook while being connected via any wire like USB-c or hdmi? 2. Does the monitor or MacBook when connected to the m8 monitor -- gives any static electricity? As you know since Apple stopped giving three pin/prong adapter, there is static electricity issue while charging MacBook despite plugging it into grounded connection. And most importantly, M8 monitor do not come with three pin/prong plug.

[@JCTechFinance]

Hi, Glad I could help. The switcher does not charge the MacBook while connected. You need to use the usb-c port that’s directly on the M8. I have not been shocked when connecting my m2 MacBook but I also use a three pronged surge protector

[@Mr-Royn]

@@JCTechFinance thanks for your reply.. Okay... With which one do you use three pronged surge protectors while M8 being connected and charging MacBook?? Monitor or MacBook??

[@JCTechFinance]

The monitor

[@bl_euphoria]

What cable do u use from m8 to the switcher? Pls help 😭 ive been trying to connect it to my mini pc but i cant find a cable that works. The mini hdmi port doesnt transfer 60fps and some images are blurry

[@JCTechFinance]

I used the mini HDMI to hdmi cable.

[@Karine-JohanneCharlot]

Thanks for this informative video. Is there a model that will let Dolby Atmos pass through ? Regards

[@JCTechFinance]

I think what you’re looking for is an audio extractor. Orei sells those. Go to their website and search for hda-934 as an example. There are others on their website. I haven’t tested them though.

[@davidchandler8161]

If I understand correctly this switches from one thing to another only. That being said is there any way to use two computers side by side on the M8 screen? The multiview is too small for my liking. Thanks!

[@JCTechFinance]

If I recall you can do Picture in Picture instead of side by side so that one screen is larger than the other. That’s the best you can do.

[@davidchandler8161]

So a HDMI Multi Viewer Switch would be no help either? Thank for your help and prompt replies.

[@aliciascholl5042]

Will that switch also be able to connect the same keyboard and mouse across computers?

[@JCTechFinance]

Hi, no. It will only connect devices to one screen using an hdmi connection. If a mouse and keyboard are connected to a computer that’s connected to the switch and then you switch to another device, the keyboard and mouse wouldn’t transfer over

[@rejikamal1]

Hi friend I have a problem with my M8 monitor ,many Samsung Tec People failed to rectify. My M8 is of 2022 model is not supporting 4k HDR when it is connected to intel UHD graphics 620 desktop but supports only 4k. Standalone support 4k HDR no problem same desktop supports 4kHDr in other displays. All drivers UpToDate . Display connected with USB c to C suppled by Samsung . Any suggestions?

[@JCTechFinance]

Hi. Sorry to hear that. Have you tried connecting it using hdmi to mini hdmi cable as a workaround?

[@polagramm]

My mini hdmi in the back of my Samsung m8 is completely broken. I can’t play my Nintendo switch any longer . I tried using hdmi to lightning port and it also didn’t show up on the Samsung m8! Someone please help !! I just want to play my Nintendo switch again on my Samsung m8

[@JCTechFinance]

Try plugging in a usb-c hub that has an hdmi connection. That may work

[@polagramm]

@@JCTechFinance i bought one and no luck . I just bought another computer for parts and will attempt to switch the board out . I’m so bummed.