500 SE PT516-52s - USB-C to Displayport for Valve Index?

Joeziah

Bought a USB-C to Displayport adapter, I'm trying to get my Valve Index to work.

I see the index show up as a monitor in my windows interface but steam VR will not recognize it.

Some people with other types of laptops said they have to switch the source for the thunderbolt from the iGPU but I do not see anywhere to do that.

I hear tale of a "Mux" switch but cannot find anything regarding that.

Anyone know how to get the thunderbolt ports to act like displayports connected to my GPU or using my GPU. I think that may be the issue.

By the way my adapter I bought (USB-C to DP) does work with monitors, I'm able to extend my desktop with an external monitor just fine.

However, I think its using the iGPU to do it and I need to force it to use my 3080.

StevenGen

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/706528/500-se-pt516-52s-usb-c-to-displayport-for-valve-index

The connection will always work on the laptops iGPU with lower resolution graphics requirements, the Nvidia RTX3080Ti graphics is switched on automatically and only incorporated into the laptops use when high end graphics are required for the Valve Index Headphones.

The Valve Index Headphones are very easy to connect its in its manual "read it" this is just a part of the connection from the PDF manual. Good luck.

Turn on your controllers using the System button. This launches SteamVR. Controllers will auto matically pair with your headset, as indicated by their green lights.
Note: Your controllers are partially charged for a few hours of playtime. To charge them, use the provided USB cables.

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