It’s not done like was done pre-Covid.
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Download and install the DisplayLink App (for Mac) (for Windows) on your laptop and run it at least once on your laptop before using it in any classroom. You only need to do this download and install process once, not every time you go to a classroom.
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Unplug the classroom computer’s USB cable (marked in a blue color), then plug it into a USB port on your laptop.* Yes, that's right-- unplug it from the classroom computer, this is ok. When you've finished this process, your laptop should look like this (although you may have a power cord plugged in as well):
If your classroom has no classroom computer-- if it has a Meeting OWL ←LINK, plug your laptop into it, OR if your classroom only has a wall-mounted display ←LINK, plug into the HDMI cable that is there.
The type of USB port to use on your laptop varies according to your computer type. They can look like this:
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* Your laptop’s port needs to be USB 3.0 compatible. Most Whitman-issued laptops are compatible. If you want to know for sure, google “[your computer name (e.g. Macbook Air)] compatible with USB 3?” OR contact the Help Desk.
Need Help?
For urgent help (e.g. class is happening right now):contact the Help Desk.
If it’s important but not an emergency, and you can wait for a response within (normally) 24 hours, please email us canvas_help@whitman.edu.