Thunderbolt can deliver Ethernet connectivity, offering high-speed data transfer options.
Thunderbolt can deliver Ethernet connectivity, offering high-speed data transfer options.
I'm still getting familiar with forums, so if the subject isn't in the right spot or something else is off, just let me know. Regarding your question, yes you can use a Thunderbolt connection as an Ethernet link. You have a 13" Asus 2-in-1 with two Thunderbolt 3 ports and a MSI Z590I Unify board with two Thunderbolt 4 ports. If you link the two devices via a Thunderbolt cable, they could potentially establish an Ethernet connection. This would let the laptop act as a display and keyboard for the PC when you're away from home—just carry the PC, a power adapter, your usual laptop, and an optional mouse. It would create a very compact setup, allowing the PC to charge the laptop and eliminating the need for multiple adapters or cables. The fast Thunderbolt speed could also be beneficial.
It seems I misunderstood something earlier, as I wasn’t sure what it referred to. I discovered MSI provides a clear guide, though the process isn’t always straightforward in practice. I saw others struggling with Thunderbolt driver installations on forums, and I’m having trouble getting the driver set up on my laptop myself—this is just another challenge for later.