DisplayLink® Driver Requirement

To enable full video output functionality, the DisplayLink® driver must be installed on the host system.

Without the DisplayLink® driver, display outputs driven by DisplayLink® will not function correctly.
A system restart may be required after driver installation.

Hybrid Video Architecture

The CSV‑2542 uses a hybrid video architecture, combining:

• Native DisplayPort™ Alternate Mode video streams from the host GPU, and
• DisplayLink® USB graphics technology, powered by the DisplayLink® DL‑7400 chipset

Native DisplayPort™ Alternate Mode is used when supported by the host system to deliver direct, GPU‑driven video output.
DisplayLink® technology provides additional display streams over USB data, enabling extended multi‑display configurations beyond typical GPU limits.

Which display outputs are driven by native DisplayPort™ Alternate Mode and which are driven by DisplayLink® depends on:

• Host system capabilities
• Graphics controller
• Operating system behavior
• Installed drivers

Actual display resolution, refresh rate, and performance are limited by the host system, and do not represent a limitation of the docking station itself.

Important Power Requirement

• The docking station supports USB‑C® Power Delivery input up to 100 W
• 15 W is reserved for dock operation
• Up to 85 W is available to charge the host system
• External power must be connected for full functionality

Important Compatibility Notice

• Best performance is achieved when the host USB‑C® port supports 10 Gbps USB data
• HDR is supported on Windows systems
• HDR is not supported on macOS for the four video outputs
• Supported operating systems include Windows and macOS

Supported Interfaces Overview

Video Outputs

• 2 × DisplayPort™ (USB Mode)
• 2 × HDMI™

USB Interfaces

• 1 × USB‑C® 10 Gbps
• 1 × USB‑C® 5 Gbps
• 1 × USB‑A 10 Gbps
• 2 × USB‑A 5 Gbps
  (Total USB output power up to 12 W)

Additional Interfaces

• 2.5 Gb Ethernet (RJ‑45) with Wake‑On‑LAN
• 3.5 mm audio jack (microphone and headphone)
• USB‑C® PD input with Fast Role Swap
• Power switch and blue LED indicator

Connection Instructions

1. Connect the USB‑C® host cable from the CSV‑2542 to the USB‑C® port of the host system.
2. Connect external displays to the DisplayPort™ and HDMI™ connectors.
3. Connect USB devices, Ethernet cable, and audio devices as required.
4. Connect a USB‑C® Power Delivery adapter to the PD input.
5. Power on the host system.

When powered, the power indicator LED lights blue. Pressing the power switch places the dock into standby mode.

Ready for Use

Once connected, powered, and with the DisplayLink® driver installed, the CSV‑2542 docking station is ready for operation.

You can now access up to four displays, USB peripherals, wired networking, audio, and host charging through a single USB‑C® connection.

Common Questions

Will this docking station always support four displays?
Display count depends on host system performance, USB bandwidth, and operating system support.

Does this dock use DisplayPort™ Alt Mode or DisplayLink®?
It uses both. Native DisplayPort™ Alt Mode and DisplayLink® are combined to enable extended multi‑display output.

Is external power required?
Yes. External USB‑C® Power Delivery input is required for full functionality.