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Enhance Your Workspace with the Perfect Docking Station
In today's fast-paced digital environment, a docking station is an essential accessory for professionals seeking to maximize productivity and maintain an organized workspace. This comprehensive guide explores the benefits of docking stations, key features to consider, and how to select the ideal model to suit your needs.
389 products found
SKU: 298951AUH-4010
Adesso AUH-4010 laptop dock/port replicator USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Grey
- 4K HDMI Output
- Thunderbolt 3 Compatible
- Plug and Play Compatible
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SKU: 329550DOCK710EUZ
Targus DOCK710EUZ laptop dock/port replicator USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C Black
- Unique hybrid solution for Universal (DisplayLink®) and DP Alt Mode host compatiblility
- Supports a single 8K monitor @ 30 Hz or up to four 4K UHD @ 60 Hz monitors via two HDMI and two DisplayPort™ ports
- Power Delivery 3.0 up to 100 W for USB-C® hosts
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10 Gbps) port
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10 Gbps) ports (fast charging) and 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5 Gbps) ports
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SKU: 332855HDG212B-GL
Targus HDG212B-GL laptop dock/port replicator Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Grey
- Triple Extended Display Support
- Use HDMI Or DisplayPort
- High-Speed USB
- Driverless Plug & Play
- Compatible with 100W USB-C Power adapters
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SKU: 338854C31TRI4KDPDPRO100UK
i-tec USB-C HDMI Dual DP Docking Station with Power Delivery 100 W + Universal Charger 100 W
- Compatible with USB-C, USB4 and Thunderbolt laptops & tablets. (The host device must support DisplayPort Alt mode)
- 2x DisplayPort++ and 1x HDMI supporting up to three 4K or a single 5K/60Hz display (depending on notebook performance). macOS supports a single extended display only
- 6x USB-ports (5x USB-A, 1x USB-C) make it easy to connect multiple USB devices and peripherals
- Provides up to 100W Power Delivery for compatible USB-C, USB4 and Thunderbolt laptops & tablets. The host device must support USB-C Power Delivery
- GLAN Ethernet supports network speeds of 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds, providing a robust and high-speed internet connection
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SKU: 325198HB30C3A1GEA2
StarTech.com 3-Port USB-C Hub with Ethernet - 3x USB-A - Gigabit Ethernet - USB 3.0 5Gbps - Bus-Powered - 1ft/30cm Long USB Type-C Host Cable - GbE - Portable USB-C to USB-A Hub
- USB HUB WITH ETHERNET: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) expansion hub features a USB-C host connector, 3x USB-A ports, and GbE - Each USB port can provide up to 4.5W dependent on bus power provided by laptop/computer, with overcurrent protection on downstream ports
- GIGABIT ETHERNET: The USB hub features a built-in GbE adapter to provide the reliability and security of wired Ethernet - The Ethernet controller is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3u/ab standards and supports WoL, Jumbo Frames, and V-LAN Tagging
- COMPATIBILITY: Supports all major operating systems, incl. Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, ChromeOS, Android - Compatible w/ Thunderbolt 3/4 & USB4 host devices such as MacBook (Intel/M1/M2), Lenovo X1 Carbon, Dell XPS, Microsoft Surface - Works w/USB 2.0
- EXTRA LONG CABLE: Bus-powered USB Hub with compact housing and extra long attached 1ft. (30cm) host cable for longer reach, and to reduce connector strain when used with laptops risers or 2-in-1 devices (such as Surface Pro 7, iPad Pro, HP Elite X2)
- CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Optimize the performance and security of this USB-C hub, using the included MAC Address Changer, USB Event Monitoring and Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities (available for download)
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SKU: 3255495G3AGBB-USB-C-HUB
StarTech.com 3-Port USB-C Hub with Ethernet - 3x USB-A Ports, Gigabit Ethernet RJ45, USB 3.0 5Gbps, Bus-Powered, 1ft/30cm Long Cable - Portable Laptop USB Type-C Hub Adapter w/GbE
- 3 PORT USB-C HUB: Bus-powered USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) expansion hub features a USB-C host connector and 3-port USB-A hub, Overcurrent Protection (OCP) & Wake on USB - Up to 15W of bus power dynamically shared between 3 downstream ports
- GIGABIT ETHERNET: Features a built-in GbE adapter to provide the reliability and security of wired Ethernet to a laptop or desktop - The GbE controller is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3u/ab standards and supports WoL, Jumbo Frames, and V-LAN Tagging
- AUXILIARY POWER INPUT: The USB hub features a Micro USB power input (cable sold separately) to add 4.5W (5V/0.9A) of power to the hub for applications where additional power may be required, such as connecting high power USB devices like SSD drives
- COMPATIBILITY: Supports all major operating systems, incl Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, ChromeOS, Android - Attached 1ft/30cm host cable for easy setup & reduced connector strain on 2-in-1 devices like Surface Pro 7, iPad Pro and laptops on riser stands
- CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Optimize the performance and security of this portable USB-A hub, using the included MAC Address Changer, USB Event Monitoring, Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities (available for download)
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SKU: 3255515G3AGBB-USB-A-HUB
StarTech.com 3-Port USB Hub with Ethernet - 3x USB-A Ports - Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) - USB 3.0 5Gbps - Bus-Powered - 1ft/30cm Long Cable - Portable Laptop USB Hub Adapter w/ GbE
- 3 PORT USB HUB: Bus-powered USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) expansion hub features a USB-A host connector and 3-port USB-A hub, Overcurrent Protection (OCP) & Wake on USB - 4.5W of bus power dynamically shared between 3 downstream ports
- GIGABIT ETHERNET: Features a built-in GbE adapter to provide the reliability and security of wired RJ45 Ethernet to a laptop or desktop - The GbE controller is fully compatible w/IEEE 802.3u/ab standards and supports WoL, Jumbo Frames, and V-LAN Tagging
- AUXILIARY POWER INPUT: The USB hub features a Micro USB power input (cable sold separately) to add 4.5W (5V/0.9A) of power to the hub for applications where additional power may be required, such as connecting high power USB devices like SSDs/HDDs
- EXTRA-LONG CABLE: Attached 1ft/30cm cable provides longer reach for easy setup and prevents adapter from dangling on the USB-A host connector - Ideal cable length to reduce port strain on 2-in-1 convertible laptops, or host laptops on riser stands
- CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Optimize the performance and security of this USB-A hub, using the included MAC Address Changer, USB Event Monitoring, Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities (available for download) - Hub compatible with Windows/macOS/Linux/ChromeOS/Android
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SKU: 71745TB31PCIEX16
StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, External Enclosure with One PCI Express Slot, PCIe Box for Laptops/Desktops/All-In-Ones, 5K/4K Output Via TB3/DP Ports, TAA Compliant
- Expand The Capabilities Of Your Thunderbolt 3 Computer: The Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Chassis Makes It Easy To Expand Your System With The Capabilities You Need To Work At Peak Productivity. You Can Add Many Types Of PCi Express Cards, Such As A PCIe USB3.1/3.0/
- Extend Your Workstation: The External PCIe Enclosure A Dedicated Displayport Output That Lets You Add An Additional Display To Your Laptop Or Desktop Computer. The Enclosure A Second Thunderbolt 3 (Usb-C) Port, That You Can Use To Connect A Secondary Di
- Collection Model: Startech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis With Displayport - PCIe X16
- Material: Aluminium, Steel
- Material: Aluminium,Steel
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SKU: 331192U4HC2AGE
ALOGIC SPARK USB Type-C Grey
- Get more done with lightning-fast USB4 and Gigabit Ethernet
- Enjoy perfect clarity with 8K video at 60Hz over HDMI 2.1
- Turbocharge your devices with up to 100W of charging power
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SKU: 319998NLUSB3C-7PHUB
Cables Direct NLUSB3C-7PHUB laptop dock/port replicator USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Black
- HDMI 4k@60Hz
- USB3 Type A 5Gbps
- SD/Micro SD3.0 Card Reader
- USB C PD 3.0 100W
- Gigabit Ethernet
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SKU: 312225901908-W-UK
Port Designs 901908-W Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A + Type-C Black
- USB -A & USB-C docking station : expands laptop connectivity and provides up to 100W power distribution
- Double video displays up to 2K – HDMI
- Double connectivity notebooks : USB-C & USB-A
- Manages up to 8 peripherals : 2 screens (HDMI)/1 x Ethernet/4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
- ports/1 x audio jack/1 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 port to notebook
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SKU: 307346HDM1H-GL
Targus DUEL HDMI 10-IN1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Stainless steel
- Extend Two 4K Displays
- Easy Driverless Setup
- Enjoy 10 Essential Ports
- Quickly Transfer Photo/Video Files
- Quickly Charge Devices
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SKU: 325009LQ48020
LINQ Pro Studio USB-C 10Gbps Multiport Hub with PD, 4K HDMI, NVMe M2 SSD, SD4.0 Card Reader and 2.5Gbe Ethernet
- 1x USB-C (Male), 0.18m Cable - Braided
- 1 x 4K HDMI output - HDMI 2.0, up to 4K/60Hz
- 1 x USB-C PD charging - up to 100W, (Note: 15W used to power the hub)
- 1x NVMe M.2 PCIE SSD Enclosure - up 10 Gbps, SSD Not included. Supports 2280 & 2260. Does not work with SATA SSD
- 1 x USB-C data port - up to 10 Gbps, USB3.2 Gen2
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SKU: 3386829915111900012
Epico 9915111900012 laptop dock/port replicator USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Black, Grey
- Epico
- 9915111900012
- 8596049091458
- Interface Hubs
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SKU: 335735ULCHDACPD-SGR
ALOGIC ULCHDACPD-SGR laptop dock/port replicator USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Silver
- Features HDMI port [Female] x 1, USB-A port [Female] x 1, and USB-C Data + Power Delivery 100W [Female] x 1
- Run HDMI display in 4K [60Hz], along with USB-A and USB-C peripherals
- Supports up to 100W USB-C Power Delivery [PD] passthrough charging for your laptop
- Innovative MagForce cable management for portability
- Plug and Play capability
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What Is a Docking Station?
A docking station, also known as a port replicator or dock, is a device that allows laptops and other portable computers to connect seamlessly with various peripherals. By providing additional ports and connectivity options, docking stations transform portable devices into fully functional desktop workstations, enhancing both convenience and efficiency.
Benefits of Using a Docking Station
Integrating a docking station into your setup offers several advantages:
- Expanded Connectivity: Access multiple USB ports, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, and audio jacks, enabling the connection of monitors, keyboards, mice, printers, and other peripherals.
- Enhanced Productivity: Utilize multiple monitors and peripherals simultaneously, streamlining workflows and reducing the need to switch between devices.
- Improved Ergonomics: Position your laptop at eye level and connect external keyboards and mice, promoting a more comfortable and health-conscious workspace.
- Efficient Cable Management: Consolidate various cables into a single hub, reducing clutter and simplifying your desk setup.
- Quick Transition Between Workspaces: Easily connect and disconnect your laptop from peripherals, facilitating swift movement between different work environments.
Key Features to Consider When Choosing a Docking Station
When selecting a docking station, consider the following features to ensure it meets your specific requirements:
- Compatibility: Ensure the docking station is compatible with your laptop's operating system and hardware specifications. Some docks are designed for specific brands or models, while others offer universal compatibility.
- Port Availability: Assess the types and number of ports provided, such as USB-A, USB-C, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, and audio jacks, to match your peripheral needs.
- Power Delivery: Check if the docking station can charge your laptop and other devices, and verify that the power output is sufficient for your laptop's requirements.
- Display Support: Determine the number and resolution of external monitors the docking station can support, especially if you require multiple high-resolution displays.
- Data Transfer Speeds: Look for docking stations that support high-speed data transfer standards, such as USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt, to ensure efficient performance.
- Build Quality and Design: Consider the durability, size, and design of the docking station, ensuring it complements your workspace aesthetics and withstands daily use.
Types of Docking Stations
Docking stations come in various forms to cater to different user needs:
- Port Replicators: These devices replicate the ports available on your laptop, providing additional connectivity options without adding new functionalities.
- Breakout Docks: Also known as multi-port adapters, these docks offer a variety of ports, including those not present on your laptop, enhancing connectivity.
- OEM/Proprietary Docks: Designed by laptop manufacturers for specific models, these docks ensure full compatibility and often provide additional features tailored to the laptop.
- Universal Docks: Compatible with a wide range of laptops, these docks offer versatility and are ideal for environments with multiple device types.
- Vehicle Docks: Built for use in vehicles, these docks provide stability and connectivity for laptops used in mobile settings, such as fieldwork or emergency services.
Top Docking Station Recommendations
Based on common search terms and user preferences, here are some top-rated docking stations to consider:
- Kensington SD5000T5 EQ Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station: Supports up to three 4K monitors, offers 120 Gbps data transfer speeds, and provides 140W power delivery, making it ideal for high-performance setups.
- Ugreen Revodok Pro 211 Docking Station: Features multiple ports, including USB-C, HDMI, and Ethernet, supporting various peripherals and dual 4K monitor setups.
- HP xb3000 Notebook Expansion Base: Designed for specific HP laptop models, this docking station offers an adjustable tray, integrated speakers, and additional ports for enhanced connectivity.
Conclusion
Investing in a docking station can significantly enhance your computing experience by providing expanded connectivity, improving productivity, and creating a more organized workspace. By considering compatibility, port availability, power delivery, display support, data transfer speeds, and build quality, you can select the docking station that best suits your professional needs and personal preferences.