4 Ways to Fix HDMI to DisplayPort Not Working

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Basic Fixes:

Fix 1: Check HDMI Input Selection

There can be times when your DisplayPort is not working, but HDMI is working. This can happen when incorrect HDMI input options are selected on your monitor. To fix this, open the Settings menu on your monitor or display device and manually select the input option. Here’s how.

Step 1:On your device, use the relevantbuttonsto openSettings. SelectInput.

If further display input settings are available, use the menu options to select the relevant HDMI device. Then, check and see if your display device is still showing the ‘Not receiving signal’ error.

Fix 2: Check Display Settings

Incompatible display settings on the display device can cause issues and lead to your DisplayPort not working as expected. To fix this, open thedisplay settingson your monitor and ensure the correct settings have been selected. Here’s how.

Step 1:Open your monitor or supporteddeviceand openSettings. SelectMenu.

Step 2:Go toPicture settings. Use the options to adjust thePicture Modeand otherPicture settings.

Fix 3: Enable the HDMI Port

Certain display devices come with the option of enabling the HDMI port from their Settings menu. However, if that option is unavailable, open the Settings menu on your Windows device and check that the HDMI settings have been enabled and the correct device has been selected. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1:Use the Windows + I key to openSettings. Go toSystemand click onDisplay.

Step 2:Go to Detect other display and click onDetect.

Step 3:Once your display device is visible, scroll up to the Displaydrop-downand select the relevantdisplay setting.

Fix 4: Check for Driver Updates

The display drivers on your Windows device help ensure your device stays compatible with other devices while fixing any bugs or security issues from the previous update. And even though drivers are usually automatically updated, you can check and install the updates manually as well. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1:OpenDevice Managerand click onDisplay adapters. Right-click thedisplay driverand click onUpdate driver.

Step 2:Click onSearch automatically for drivers.

If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to finish installing it. Then, restart both devices and try again.

FAQs

QGeeM’s HDMI to DisplayPort converter lets you stream 4K content in peace. Additionally, you can also go for the Foinnex HDMI to DisplayPort adapter if you’re primarily a Mac user. For more, check out our article for moreHDMI to DisplayPort cables and adapteroptions.

If you’re having issues, check your HDMI cable. Double-check the cable connection to your Windows device to ensure it’s properly connected. Then, restart your Windows device and connect to HDMI again manually. For more details, check out our explainer onfixing the HDMI port not working on Windows.

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Last updated on 30 August, 2024

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