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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.
368 products found
SKU: 283798DK31C2DHSPDUE
StarTech.com USB C Dock - Triple 4K Monitor USB Type-C Docking Station - 100W Power Delivery - DP 1.4 Alt Mode & DSC, 2x DisplayPort 1.4/HDMI 2.0 - 6xUSB (2x 10Gbps) - Windows/Chrome
- HIGH PERFORMANCE USB-C DOCK: USB-C docking station for Windows/Chrome OS, featuring up to three 4K video outputs (2x DisplayPort 1.4 & 1x HDMI 2.0), 100W PD, 6 port USB Hub (10Gbps), SD 4.0 Card Reader, Gigabit Ethernet, and headset port
- DISPLAYPORT 1.4 WITH DSC: Triple monitor USB-C docking station (MST) supports dual 4K 60Hz or triple 4K 30Hz on DP 1.4 Alt-Mode HBR3 w/ DSC enabled laptop (min. Intel 11th Gen); works with DP 1.2 supporting dual monitor 1080p @ 60Hz (see image gallery)
- 100W POWER DELIVERY CHARGING: Power & charge Windows-based USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 workstation laptops, Chromebooks, ultrabooks including Lenovo X1 Carbon, ThinkPad P Series, Dell Latitudes, Precision, XPS 15, HP Spectre, and ZBook
- 6-PORT USB HUB: 2x 10Gbps USB-C (USB 3.2/3.1 Gen 2), both BC 1.2 fast charge always-on ports), 2x USB 3.0 5Gbps, and 2x USB 2.0; a variety of USB ports to connect many peripherals incl. two 10Gbps high speed USB-C ports for external drives
- DEPLOYMENT READY: Universal multi monitor USB Type-C docking station with no driver setup, features 2x security lock k-slots, On/Off button & MAC address changer for IT management, 3.3ft (1m) USB-C host cable; Windows/Chrome OS support
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SKU: 292912C31HDMIDPDOCKPD
i-tec USB-C HDMI DP Docking Station with Power Delivery 100 W
- Connect up to two 4K/30 Hz external monitors
- Power delivery: up to 100 W
- 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort
- 3x USB 3.1, 1x USB-C 3.1 and 2x USB 2.0 for easy connection of your USB devices and peripherals. Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 provides reliable, robust and high-speed Internet connection supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds
- Combined jack for audio and microphone on the front panel
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SKU: 322784127B-USBC-MULTIPORT
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter, 4K 60Hz HDMI Video, 3 Port 5Gbps USB Hub, 100W Power Delivery Pass-Through, GbE, 12"/30cm Cable, Mini Travel Dock, Laptop Docking Station
- 6-IN-1 USB-C HUB: This USB C multiport adapter features 4K 60Hz HDMI (HDR10), 3x USB-A 3.2/3.1 Gen 1 (5Gbps), Gigabit Ethernet, Shared USB-C Power/USB 2.0 Data with 100W USB Power Delivery Pass-Through
- 4K 60HZ HDMI VIDEO WITH DP 1.4 ALT-MODE: USB-C Multiport Adapter features HDMI 4K 60Hz (HDR) uncompressed video; Ideal for high-quality presentations/image files for office, boardroom or work from home applications; 4K 30Hz on DP 1.2 Alt-Mode host devices
- EXTRA LONG CABLE: 12"" (30 cm) attached cable for extended reach to reduce port/connector strain on 2-in-1 devices like Surface Pro 7/8, iPad Pro, HP Elite x2/laptops on riser stands; Ideal for on-the-go travel use in office/home office/shared workspaces
- RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: USB bus powered or via external USB-C power adapter; 100W Power Delivery 3.0 pass through w/ 15W reserved for adapter to avoid video flickering, device dropouts or overdrawing power common in other hubs; up to 85W for laptop charging
- COMPATIBILITY: Mini dock is compatible with USB-C laptops, Ultrabooks and Chromebooks, and Thunderbolt 3/4 laptops from HP, Dell, Lenovo; MacBooks (Intel & M1 Pro/Max processors) and Surface; works with Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Android, Linux & Chrome OS
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SKU: 303657DOCK182EUZ
Targus DOCK182EUZ laptop dock/port replicator Wired Black
- Maximise your productivity. Expand your desktop to single or dual monitors, with up to 4K UHD resolution @ 60 Hz via two DisplayPort™ 1.2a ports or two HDMI 2.0 ports
- Keep your desk organised, simply charge and connect your laptop to all your accessories with one cable. Power Delivery 3.0 charges your laptop up to 100 W
- Support superfast data transfer with 5 Gbps via 4x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 and 10 Gbps via 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports, ideal for working with external flash drives
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SKU: 320491CDP2HVGUASPD
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter - USB-C to 4K HDMI or VGA Video with 100W Power Delivery Pass-through, 2-Port 10Gbps USB Hub, MicroSD, GbE - USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Mini/Travel Dock
- 7-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: USB-C multiport adapter with 4K 30Hz Ultra HD HDMI/1080p VGA video/display/monitor, 2-Port 10Gbps USB Hub with 1x USB-A (BC 1.2 fast charge port) and 1x USB-C (PD or data), 100W Power Delivery pass through, microSD, Gigabit Ethernet
- PRESENTATION MODE SWITCH: When switch is enabled, the adapter prevents your computer from launching its screen saver, going to sleep, or entering power save mode; Prevents interruptions while presenting or sharing your screen for long periods of time
- RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: USB bus powered or via external USB-C power adapter; 100W Power Delivery 3.0 pass through w/ 15W reserved for adapter to avoid video flickering, device dropouts or overdrawing power common in other hubs; up to 85W for laptop charging
- PORTABLE & DURABLE: This aluminum USB-C mini dock with USB 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps Hub is lightweight for easy on-the-go use between office, working from home, and business travel; Hideaway cable to prevent tangles & microSD slot for mobile file storage
- WIDE COMPATIBILITY: USB Type-C multiport adapter for USB-C ultrabooks, Chromebooks, tablets like iPad Pro and Surface Pro 7 & Thunderbolt 3 laptops like HP, Dell, Lenovo, MacBooks; Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Chrome OS, Android; Automatic driver setup
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SKU: 298491DUPRDX3-WW
ALOGIC DX3 Triple 4K Display Universal Docking Station – with 100W Power Delivery
- Collection Model: ALOGIC DX3 Triple 4K Display Universal Docking Station With 100W Power Delivery
- Wireless Technology: None
- Video Inputs: Displayport
- Connectivity: Wired
- MPN: DUPRDX3-WW
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SKU: 324164TB3DTRG2
ALOGIC TB3DTRG2 laptop dock/port replicator Wired USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C Black, Grey
- Product Family: TB3DTRG2
- Collection Model: ALOGIC TB3DTRG2
- Video Inputs: Displayport
- MPN: TB3DTRG2
- Colour: Black, Grey
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SKU: 260701C31QUATTRODOCKPDUK
i-tec USB-C Quattro Display Docking Station with Power Delivery 85 W
- Connect up to 4 external monitors
- Power delivery: up to 85 W
- Provides 2 DisplayPorts and 2 HDMI ports
- 5x USB 3.0 and 1x USB-C ports will allow you to easily connect your USB devices and peripherals
- Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 provides reliable, robust and high-speed Internet connection supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds
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SKU: 295167ULDPLSV2-SGR
ALOGIC ULDPLSV2-SGR laptop dock/port replicator Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Black, Grey
- There’s a smarter way to work on USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 laptops: it’s called the Dock Plus Gen 2
- The successor to the original Dock Plus, this prestige space grey workhorse connects your laptop to an inspiring new world of top-performing ports
- It’s your ticket to colour-engorged displays and best-class charging power too
- Plug it into your laptop and fall big for the charms of your new workstation
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SKU: 295173U2CSH-SGR
ALOGIC 10-in-1 Dual USB-C Super Dock
- Universal Compatibility
- Mac & Windows Compatible
- Ultra HD Dual 4K Display
- Power Delivery
- Innovative Magnetic Connectors
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SKU: 328183CANANOTDOCKPD
i-tec USB 3.0 USB-C/Thunderbolt 3x Display Metal Nano Dock with LAN + Power Delivery 100 W
- High-performance travel docking station for up to three monitors simultaneously
- Dock is compatible with almost any current laptop (connects via USB 3.0, USB-C, USB4 or Thunderbolt™ 3/4 ports)
- HDMI 1 port supports high resolution up to 4K
- Native VGA port support for older displays or projectors
- 5x USB ports (1x USB-C, 1x USB 3.2 and 3x USB 2.0) allow you to easily connect your USB devices and peripherals
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SKU: 43899HB30C3AGEPD
StarTech.com 3 Port USB-C Hub with Gigabit Ethernet & 60W Power Delivery Passthrough Laptop Charging - USB-C to 3x USB-A (USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps) - USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Adapter Hub~3 Port USB-C Hub with Gigabit Ethernet & 60W Power Delivery Pas
- 3 PORT USB C HUB: Expand the connectivity of a USB-C computer by adding 3x USB-A (USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps) & a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port for wired network connectivity (Wake-On-Lan, 10/100/1000Mbps)
- POWER AND CHARGE YOUR LAPTOP: USB-C hub supports Power Delivery (PD 2.0) up to 60W pass-through charging when used with your USB Type-C power adapter; 7.4W reserved for hub/downstream port operation
- SPEEDS UP TO 5Gbps: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) shared with all downstream devices, supports thumb drives, data storage devices, keyboards, mice, web cams, headsets
- COMPACT & PORTABLE: A lightweight USB-C to USB-A adapter hub with plastic housing, 5.9"" (15 cm) attached USB-C host cable and small form factor [3.7 in (95 mm) x 1.6 in (41 mm) x 0.7 in (1.7 cm)]
- WIDE COMPATIBILITY: USB C hub with ethernet is OS independent and supports major operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, Chrome OS and Android; Compatible with USB 2.0 devices
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SKU: 328945103B-USBC-MULTIPORT
StarTech.com USB-C Multiport Adapter - 4K 60Hz HDMI - HDR - 2-Port 5Gbps USB 3.0 Hub - 100W Power Delivery Pass-Through - GbE - Works with Chromebook certified - Windows/macOS
- 5-IN-1 MULTIPORT ADAPTER: Portable USB-C travel dock supports 4K 60Hz HDMI 2.0b (HDR10) video via DP 1.4 Alt Mode for connecting a monitor/display, 2-port USB-A hub (2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps), 100W USB-C Power Delivery Pass-Through, Gigabit Ethernet
- WORKS WITH CHROMEBOOK: WWCB certified for guaranteed compatibility with Chromebook devices; Auto firmware updates through ChromeOS for max performance, compatibility & security; Windows/macOS/iPadOS/Android/Ubuntu compatible
- EXTRA-LONG CABLE: Extended port reach w/attached 12" (30cm) host cable, clip for cable management, automatic driver setup, weighted design to keep adapter more stable on work surface, ideal for office or work-from-home workstations & presenting from a boa
- RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: 100W Power Delivery Pass-Through with 14W reserved for adapter (when using one or all ports) and up to 86W available for host laptop charging; Prevents device dropouts, video flickering, and/or power overdraw common in other hubs
- USB PORTS WITH DEDICATED POWER: Each downstream USB-A port supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) and with a USB-C power adapter connected, each port provides 4.5W (5V/0.9A) of dedicated power, ideal for connecting USB devices that require a consistent power draw
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SKU: 273144U442-DOCK7D-B
Tripp Lite U442-DOCK7D-B USB-C Dock, Triple Display - 4K HDMI & DP, VGA, USB 3.x (5Gbps) and USB 2.0 Hub Ports, GbE, 100W PD Charging
- Extends 720p video across HDMI, DisplayPort and VGA monitors simultaneously
- Mirrors 1080p video across HDMI, DisplayPort and VGA monitors simultaneously
- Supports 20V 5A (100W) power output for fast-charging large-capacity mobile devices
- Connects you to a wired 10/100/1000 Ethernet network when no Wi-Fi is available
- USB-C, USB-A and memory card ports allow connection of flash drives and other peripherals
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SKU: 295162UCTDHDES
ALOGIC USB-C Travel Dock Essential/USB-C to HDMI 1.4 (4K@30Hz) + USB 3.0 + Gigabit Ethernet + USB-C with PD 100W
- Compact portable and lightweight design with 15cm wrap around USB-C cable for easy access and storage
- Compatible with USB-C Ports with Display Port Alt Mode or Thunderbolt 3.0 Ports on most computers (Windows/Mac/Chromebooks)
- Ultra HD 4K Display support though HDMI output
- Gigabit Ethernet port for wired internet access
- USB 3.0 Port for connecting all types of USB peripherals
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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.