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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.
396 products found
SKU: 344344DOCKUCPT3D
V7 DOCKUCPT3D laptop dock/port replicator Wired USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C Black
- Connect your displays and devices while charging your computer with one cable
- Supports up to two displays at 4K or three displays at 1080P displays
- 4 x USB A 3.2 Gen1 ports with one BC 1.2 for data and charging
- Charge your device with USB-C Power Delivery up to 100 Watts
- Gigabit Ethernet and 4 pole TRRS stereo headset microphone combo
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SKU: 344749130714
Manhattan USB-C Dock/Hub, Ports (x10): Ethernet, HDMI (x2 8k), USB-A (x5) and USB-C (x2), With Power Delivery (100W) to USB-C Port (Note additional USB-C wall charger and USB-C cable needed), USB 3.2 Gen 2, All Ports can be used at the same time, Alu
- Connects your laptop to your displays, network and peripherals while charging your devices
- Two HDMI ports with resolutions on single-video output up to 8K@30Hz or dual-video output up to 4K@60Hz
- Supports display mode Fully Extended (different images on laptop, monitor 1 and 2) on Windows®; supports Mirror or Extended Mirror (different image on laptop, same image on monitor 1 and 2) on Mac®
- One Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) port for faster downloads, media streaming and gaming
- Charges your laptop with USB Power Delivery (PD) up to 85 W; requires an external PD charger - available from Manhattan
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SKU: 344817CADUALHDMIDOCKPDUK
i-tec USB 3.0 / USB-C / Thunderbolt Dual Display Docking Station + Power Delivery 100W
- Universal docking station, compatible with USB-C, USB-A and Thunderbolt laptops & tablets
- 2x HDMI supporting up to dual FHD/60Hz displays (also applies to Apple M1 platform) or single 1440/50Hz display
- 6x USB ports including 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1(5 Gbps) and 4xUSB 2.0, making it easy to connect multiple USB devices and peripherals
- Provides up to 85W Power Delivery for compatible USB-C 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: 26264984439
C2G USB-C[R] Dual Display MST Docking Station with HDMI[R], DisplayPort[TM], VGA and Power Delivery up to 65W - 4K 30Hz
- Multi-Stream Transport (MST)
- Supports dual display resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 at 60Hz
- Supports HDMI resolutions up to 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30Hz
- Supports DisplayPort resolutions up to 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30Hz
- Supports VGA resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 at 60Hz
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SKU: 324953INC003VFBK
Belkin INC003VFBK laptop dock/port replicator Docking USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C Black
- Connect your laptop to multiple monitors,* supports resolution up to 4K
- Works With Chromebook
- Not recommended for Mac users
- 65W Pass-Through USB-C Power Delivery
- Ports: 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x USB-C (MFDP) port, 5x USB-A, 2x USB-C (1x upstream, 1x downstream), 1x Gigabit Ethernet
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SKU: 361251200100
Hama 00200100 laptop dock/port replicator USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Anthracite
- USB-C hub with 10 connections when slots are in short supply (or are to be extended) on a PC, notebook, MacBook or tablet, or if multiple devices are to be connected / disconnected centrally via a single plug
- Angled configuration allows convenient position and comfortable working at the desk or on the move
- Rubberised feet for a secure stand without slipping
- Plug & Play, no manual software / driver installation required
- Compatible with Thunderbolt 3/4 (lightning symbol)
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SKU: 257252DK30C2DPEPUE
StarTech.com Universal Laptop Docking Station, Hybrid USB-C & USB-A Dock, Dual 4K DP & HDMI, 100W PD, Mac / Windows / Chrome OS, 4x USB 5Gbps Hub, GbE, Wired, USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C, 3.5 mm, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u, Black, Gre
- HYBRID DOCK: Universal docking station works with USB Type-C, Thunderbolt 3 & USB Type-A laptop computers, using a 2-in-1 USB-C/USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 cable, ideal for hoteling or shared workspace setup
- 100W POWER DELIVERY 3.0: Power & charge USB-C & Thunderbolt 3 workstation laptops & ultrabooks incl. Lenovo X1, Thinkpad P Series, Dell Latitudes, Precision, XPS 15, HP Spectre, Zbook & MacBook Pro 16
- GUARANTEED COMPATIBILITY: USB-C & USB-A hybrid dock is USB-IF, VESA & DisplayLink certified for max performance & universal compatibility w/ Dell, HP, Lenovo & Apple where mixed laptop brands deployed
- FLEXIBLE DUAL MONITOR VIDEO OUTPUTS: This Dual 4K60Hz UHD USB-C & USB-A docking station lets you connect multiple screens: Dual DisplayPort or Dual HDMI or DP + HDMI displays for easy deployment
- FULL FEATURED DOCK: 1 USB-C, 3 USB-A (2 fast charge), Gigabit Ethernet & audio ports, k-slot for security & holes for optional mounting bracket; incl. MAC address changer & DisplayLink update utility
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SKU: 261332TB3DKM2HDL
StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock - Portable Dual Monitor Docking Station w/HDMI 4K 60Hz, 2x USB-A Hub (3.0/2.0), GbE - 11in/28cm Cable - TB3 Multiport Adapter - Mac/Windows, Wired, Thunderbolt 3, 10,100,1000 Mbit/s, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3i, IEE
- THUNDERBOLT 3 CERTIFIED MINI DOCK: 40 Gbps video & data throughput, dual monitor 4K 60Hz HDMI output, 2-Port USB-A Hub (1x USB 3.1 Gen 1 5Gbps & 1x USB 2.0) & Gigabit Ethernet port w/ PXE boot and WoL
- EXTRA LONG 11 INCH ATTACHED CABLE: This Thunderbolt 3 docking stations' 11in (28cm) attached cable provides extended reach to reduce port/connector strain on MacBooks and laptops on riser stands
- COMPACT SIZE: This bus-powered, portable thunderbolt 3 mini dock is designed for shared and small workspaces; Use this Thunderbolt 3 multiport adapter for work from home or on-the-go/travel use
- BROAD LAPTOP COMPATIBILITY: No driver setup; This universal TB3 dock is compatible w/ MacBook Pro 13, 16 and Air, plus Windows-based Thunderbolt 3 laptops like Dell XPS, HP EliteBook, Lenovo X1 Carbon
- FOR HIGH POWERED LAPTOPS: For users who need to use their laptop power adapter as they require 100W or more to keep their laptop charged; but still want Thunderbolt 3 dock performance & functionality
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SKU: 261333DKT31CHDVCM
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter - USB 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C Mini Dock with 4K 60Hz HDMI/DisplayPort or 1080p VGA - 75W PD Passthrough, 3-Port USB Hub, GbE - Mobile Docking Station, Wired, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C, 75 W, 10,100,1000 Mbi
- 7-IN-1 MINI DOCK: Compact USB-C mobile adapter (USB 3.2/3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps) w/ a single display up to 4K 60Hz DisplayPort/HDMI or 1080p VGA video ports, USB Hub (2x USB-A, 1x USB-C) & Gigabit Ethernet
- FLEXIBLE VIDEO OUTPUT: Drive 4K 60Hz video w/ a DisplayPort 1.4 host (DP/HDMI 2.0 HDR) or 4K 30Hz with DP 1.2 host, or 1080p VGA display outputs, adding flexibility for mixed monitor type deployments
- EXTRA LONG CABLE: 10"" (25.4cm) attached cable for extended reach to reduce port strain on 2-in-1's like iPad Pro & Surface Pro 7; USB C multiport adapter w/ wraparound cable for office, travel & home
- POWER FLEXIBILITY: USB bus powered or you can use your external USB-C laptop power adapter supporting up to 75W Power Delivery (PD) pass through (15W for docking station & up to 60W for charging)
- WIDE COMPATIBILITY: Portable dock for USB-C ultrabooks, Chromebooks, tablets & Thunderbolt 3 laptops like HP, Dell, Lenovo, MacBooks, iPad Pro; works w/ Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Chrome OS, Android
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SKU: 272186TB3CDK2DHUE
StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 Dock w/ USB-C Host Compatibility - Dual 4K 60Hz DisplayPort 1.4 or Dual HDMI Monitors - Single 8K - TB3/USB-C Laptop Docking Station - 96W PD, 5xUSB - 10Gbps, Wired, Thunderbolt 3, 96 W, 3.5 mm, Black, Grey, 40 Gbit/s
- FULL FUNCTION DOCK: Thunderbolt 3 docking station with USB-C compatibility features dual monitor 4K 60Hz, 96W PD, 5x USB Hub (incl 2x BC 1.2 charging ports) with 3x USB-A (1x 10Gbps USB 3.2/3.1 Gen 2) & 2x USB-C 10Gbps; Gigabit Ethernet, headset ports
- 96W CERTIFIED POWER DELIVERY: Thunderbolt 3 / USB Type-C Dock can deliver up to 100W peak power (96W sustained) and charge high performance laptops, Ultrabooks & workstation laptop computers such as MacBook Pro 16, HP, Lenovo ThinkPad & Dell XPS
- FLEXIBLE MONITOR OUTPUTS: Thunderbolt 3 docking station features dual DisplayPort 1.4 w/ DSC (single 8K 30Hz) or dual HDMI 2.0 video outputs w/ options for dual DP, dual HDMI or DP + HDMI displays at dual 4K 60Hz on both TB3 & USB-C (non TB3) laptops
- COMPATIBILITY: Thunderbolt 3 certified dock works with both TB3 Macbooks and Windows w/ TB3 & USB-C like Dell, HP, & Lenovo; Ubuntu compatible; supports extended dual displays on MacBook Pro/Air with Intel processor & single display w/ Apple M
- EASY TO USE: Universal Thunderbolt 3/USB-C dock with automatic drivers; incl. 2.6 ft (0.8m) Thunderbolt 3 host cable, mounting holes for optional bracket, k-slot for security lock & MAC address changer utility
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SKU: 273751DOCK419EUZ
Targus DOCK419 Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Grey
- Connect one external HDMI display (max resolution 4K@30Hz) or one VGA display (max resolution 1920x1200@60Hz)*
- Connect quickly and securely to the internet with the Gigabit Ethernet port
- Add 2 USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports (1 fast charging)** and 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port to your host
- Supports up to 5Gbps data transfer rate per USB-A or USB-C port
- Connect a USB-C device or power adapter to the USB-C port
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SKU: 324492DOCKUSBC
V7 DOCKUSBC laptop dock/port replicator Docking USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A Black
- Connect your displays and devices while charging with one cable
- Supports two 2K displays (HDMI & DVI) and one 4K display (HDMI)
- 2 x USB-C ports, 4 x USB A ports
- Charge your device with USB-C Power Delivery up to 65W output
- Gigabit Ethernet and 3.5mm headset microphone combo
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SKU: 322539UDDS2
V7 UDDS2 laptop dock/port replicator Docking USB 2.0 Black
- Connect your displays and devices to your computer with one USB cable
- Total of 6 USB Ports (2 x USB A 3.2 Gen 1, 4 x USB A 2.0)
- SB Cable and adapter included for connection from USB-C or USB A computer port
- HDMI and DVI Output (includes DVI to VGA Adapter)
- Gigabit Ethernet and 3.5mm audio & microphone ports
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SKU: 281988RC21-01690100-R3W1
Razer RC21-01690100-R3W1 laptop dock/port replicator Wired Thunderbolt 4 Black
- Expanded capabilities with 10 ports in one
- Compatible with Windows and Mac devices
- Connect up to two 4K displays
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SKU: 198170RC21-01310100-R3W1
Razer Core X Wired Thunderbolt 3 Black
- Boost Thunderbolt™ 3 laptops
- Windows 10 and macOS support
- Compatible with PCI-Express graphics cards
- Up to 700W power supply
- Aluminum chassis
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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.