How do I connect an external monitor to a new Dell XPS 13?

Ah so the USB-C is the same thing as "Thunderbolt" ?  Thank you for the link, but the price is in euros.  I was able to google the description and get the same page in USD, though $40.  At least its cheaper than the $120 USB 3.0 dock and doesn't require an additional power source.  We've used the docks before on various brand laptops, they are great for adding multiple displays at a desk.

Hi,

The Thunderbolt( USB Type C port) on the Left Hand side deals with the video output on the system. You will need to purchase a USB Type C to HDMI adapter to display video.

The cable is available on the Dell website here

No problem, sorry it wasn't in $, because I'm in the UK it defaults to my location so it'll show as £

I also just purchased the "new" XPS 13 (9350) with a thunderbolt port and a P2416d monitor with HDMI, USB, VGA, and last but not least Displayport. I would prefer to connect the monitor going thunderbolt to Displayport. Can you please tell me what cable I would need to purchase? Also will I need to install the USB upstream cable to the computer too? Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you very much. This explains why after hours of searching Dell website I didn't seem to be finding what I needed! Also appreciate the specific google search criteria!

I have 9350 notebook and DA200 adapter, but it dont support 2560x1080 ultra-wide screens, am I doing something wrong?

How to plug ultrawide monitor to XPS 13?

Thanks.

I just purchased a 2016 XPS 13 9350 and now find out that the only way to hook up any monitor what so ever is to by a dell dock or adapter.  THERE IS NO CABLE THAT CAN BE USED ALONE TO HOOK UP THIS LAPTOP TO A MONITOR.  

I work in three offices and the adapter I got lasted 2 weeks before burning out and it was the second one.  20% of forum posters are having the same issue so using a $200 doc now.  That is $600 for the 3 offices I work in if I don't want to carry around a doc that is heavier than the laptop!  

Who in their right mind at Dell product management would make a lightweight laptop that had no option to hook up a monitor with just a cable.  Why they couldn't also include a DP or HDMI port or hold off until there was a cable is nuts.  This stinks for us but great for Dell they now get to sell a lot more docs than ever before.

I have asked to return the laptop and get a surface or lenovo and our IT group is frantically looking at them with many more new employees coming on board. No way were are going to by $200 docs by the dozen. We were dedicated dell company but not anymore. 

Why can't you use this adapter?

smile.amazon.com/.../ref=sr_1_1;qid=1463088550&sr=8-1&keywords=usb-c+to+displayport

Hi Colin,

I saw your post concerning the USB-C to HDMI adapter from dell and I had a quick question for you.

I recently bought the DELL XPS 13 not realizing there was no HDMI port that i could connect another monitor to. I bought the USB-C to HDMI adapter from best buy (INSIGNIA brand) which works for a little bit, but then crashes after 5 minutes or so. Why is this happening and shouldn't the adapter be universal? Will getting the DELL brand of the adapter guarantee that this problem will stop? Otherwise, I will unfortunately be returning the laptop as connecting to a monitor is necessary. 

Thank you,

Cassidy

I purchased a USB 3.1-C to HDMI Adapter from Fry's electronics and it fits the thunderbolt port as well as the HDMI cable from the back of the monitor, yet, it keeps flickering and experiences temporary black outs.   I thought it was a faulty adapter and tried a new one.   Still the same.   Can anyone tell me how to fix this problem?

None of the 3rd party adapters appear to work with dell xps 2016 for type c.  Get a dell one suggest the wd15.  lots of ports but with the power cord and brick is twice has heavy as your laptop.  

It is a crime that dell did not leave in a DP port until type c was widely adopted.  our company no longer buys the xps and is getting lenovo's. 

I'm currently using a Display Link USB adapter (DA100) connected to an external monitor via HDMI.  I can duplicate / extend the display with the external monitor, but I cannot adjust the colour / gamma under Intel's graphic control panel, as the monitor is not directly connected to the laptop.

If I bought the Dell Adapter - USB-C to HDMI 2.0, would it solve my issue?

Hi

Would a product manager or Colin H from Dell be able to provide an answer to my question before a purchase is committed to?

Thanks

Hi Knorris8 - I have the wd15 dock with a dell U2515H monitor using a DP cable and I am able to adjust the color /gamma with the intel graphic app.  The dock is USB-C but very heavy and the power supply is huge.  Stupid that Dell again with their refresh this month for the XPS still has no direct way to connect a monitor using a DP/HDMI port like the 2015 model.  our company has moved to lenovo/apple, IT and the sales team does not want to buy and carry an adapter even a small one after buying a $1,500 light weight laptop.