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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.
398 products found
SKU: 235482D31729
DICOTA D31729 laptop dock/port replicator White
- Plug and play - no additional drivers required
- Ultra-compact and lightweight design - only 57 g
- Built-in, hidden, foldable USB-C cable - 11 cm long
- HDMI supports 4K and VGA 2K resolution
- 1 x USB-C with PD and 1 x data transmission
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SKU: 324166DUPRMX2-100
ALOGIC DUPRMX2-100 laptop dock/port replicator Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Grey, Black
- Designed to expand the capabilities of any laptop
- Engineered for compatibility across all Windows and MacOS OS laptops
- The MX2 dock provides access to all of the ports required in a home office, education, or corporate environment
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SKU: 299618DKT31CSDHPD3
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter - USB C to 4K 60Hz HDMI 2.0 - 2-Port 10Gbps USB Hub - 100W Power Delivery Pass-through - GbE - SD/MicroSD - USB Type-C Mini Dock - 10" Cable
- 6-IN-1 MULTIPORT ADAPTER: USB-C multiport adapter supports HDMI 2.0b, 4K 60Hz HDR10 (DP 1.4 Alt Mode req); 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 Hub 10Gbps including 1x BC 1.2 charge port (7.5W); 100W PD 3.0 pass through, SD Card Reader, Gigabit Ethernet (PXE Boot & WoL)
- EXTRA LONG CABLE: USB C mini dock with 10"" (25 cm) attached cable extends reach to reduce port/connector strain on 2-in-1 devices: Surface Pro 7/iPad Pro/HP Elite x2/laptops on riser stands; Hideaway cable management feature hides cable during travel
- 4K 60HZ WITH DP 1.4 ALT-MODE: Supports 4K 60Hz digital video resolution on DP 1.4 Alt-Mode host devices (Intel 11th Gen minimum); Supports 4K 30Hz on DP 1.2 Alt-Mode host devices; PS186 chip for compatibility with iPad Pro and iPad Mini with USB-C
- 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
- WIDE COMPATIBILITY: Docking station is fully compatible w/USB-C laptops, Ultrabooks & Chromebooks and Thunderbolt 3/4/USB4 laptops from HP, Dell, Lenovo, MacBooks (Intel processor & M1 chip) and Surface; works w/Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Android & Chrome OS
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SKU: 322408DKT31CH2CPD3
StarTech.com USB-C Multiport Adapter, 4K 60Hz HDMI 2.0b, HDR, USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Hub (2xUSB-C, 1xUSB-A), 100W PD Pass-Through, Mini Travel Dock, 12"/30cm Cable, Laptop Docking Station
- 6-IN-1 USB-C MULTIPORT ADAPTER: Features 4K 60Hz HDMI (HDR), 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), Gigabit Ethernet, and a USB-C Port for 100W USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 Pass-Through - 4K 30Hz on DP 1.2 Alt-Mode hosts
- USB 3.2 GEN 2 HUB PLUS CHARGING: This USB-C Docking Station's 3-port 10 Gbps hub w/ charging has 2x USB-C ports and 1x USB-A port (high draw devices may require more power) - Connect a USB-C power adapter to enable device charging without host connection
- BUILT-IN CABLE: USB-C Mini Dock with 12"" (30 cm) attached cable extends reach to reduce port/connector strain on 2-in-1 devices: Surface Pro 7/iPad Pro/HP Elite x2/laptops on riser stands - Hideaway cable management feature hides cable during travel
- 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 host charging
- COMPATIBILITY: Mini dock is compatible with USB-C laptops, Ultrabooks, Chromebooks, USB4 and Thunderbolt 3/4 laptops from HP, Dell, Lenovo, MacBooks (Intel & M1 Pro/Max processors) and Surface - Works w/ Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Android, Linux & Chrome OS
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SKU: 289379DKT30CHSDPD1
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter - USB-C to 4K 60Hz HDMI 2.0, 100W Power Delivery Pass-through, SD/MicroSD, 2-Port USB 3.0 Hub, GbE - USB Type-C Mini Dock - 12" Long Attached Cable
- Collection Model: Startech DKT30CHSDPD1
- Wireless Technology: None
- Connectivity: Wired
- MPN: DKT30CHSDPD1
- Compatible Memory Cards: mmc, Microsd (Transflash), SD
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SKU: 320505120B-USBC-MULTIPORT
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter, Dual HDMI Video, 4K 60Hz, 2Pt 5Gbps USB-A Hub, 100W Power Delivery Pass-Through/GbE/SD/MicroSD, 12"/30cm Cable, Travel Dock, Laptop Docking Station
- 8-IN-1 MULTIPORT ADAPTER: USB-C dock features DP 1.4 Alt Mode w/DSC & MST supporting up to Dual 4K 60Hz (4K 30Hz w/DP1.2) HDMI 2.0b HDR; 2-port USB-A 3.2/3.1 Gen1 5Gbps hub; 1x BC 1.2/7.5W Fast Charge; 100W PD Passthrough, SD/MicroSD reader, GbE
- HIGH-PERFORMANCE DUAL VIDEO: Supports dual-HDMI 2.0b uncompressed video up to 4K 60Hz via MST (video performance depends upon host computer's GPU, DP 1.4 w/DSC req. for dual 4K 60Hz); Supports ultrawide 21:9 aspect ratios & lower resolutions such as 1080p
- VERSATILE POWER: USB bus powered or via external USB-C power adapter; 100W USB 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
- EASY INSTALLATION: Extended connectivity with attached 12in (30cm) USB Type-C host cable; Automatic driver setup; Ideal for office or work-from-home workstations, and presenting from a boardroom, or conferencing with remote workers using Zoom/MS Teams
- COMPATIBILITY: USB-C travel docking station is compatible with Windows-based USB-C & Thunderbolt 3/4/USB4 laptops such as HP, Dell, Lenovo, Surface Laptop 3 and up/Pro 7 and up, Chromebooks, plus support for Windows, Chrome OS
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SKU: 174326DKT30CHVCM
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter with HDMI, VGA, Gigabit Ethernet & USB 3.0 - USB C to 4K HDMI or 1080p VGA Display Mini Dock Hub - USB Type-C Travel Docking Station for USB-C Laptops
- 4-IN-1 PORTABLE DOCK: USB C Multiport Adapter w/ 4K 30Hz HDMI 1.4 or 1080p VGA single display video output, 5Gbps USB-A port & Gigabit Ethernet for USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 laptops, tablets, or smartphones_x000D_
- IDEAL FOR TRAVEL: The mini USB C travel dock is compact, lightweight, & portable, features attached hideaway cable providing easy cable management to prevent tangles in laptop bags, pouches or pockets_x000D_
- WIDE DEVICE COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with USB-C tablets or smartphones, this USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Type C multiport hub works with HP, Lenovo, Dell, MacBook, Chromebooks and Samsung Galaxy devices_x000D_
- EASY SETUP & DEPLOYMENT: With automatic driver setup, this mobile USB-C multiport docking station supports all major operating systems; Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, & Android to ensure compatibility_x000D_
- INDUSTRY-LEADING SUPPORT: StarTech.com offers a 3-year warranty and free lifetime professional technical support on this USB C multiport adapter so you can be confident in this USB Type C travel dock_x000D_
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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: 254665C31FLATDOCKPDPRO
i-tec Metal USB-C Ergonomic 4K 3x Display Docking Station + Power Delivery 85 W
- Connect up to three external monitors
- Power delivery: up to 85 W
- Provides a DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA port
- 2x USB 3.0 and 2x USB 2.0 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: 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: 235483D31730
DICOTA D31730 laptop dock/port replicator White
- Plug and play - no additional drivers required
- Ultra-compact and lightweight design - only 59 g
- Built-in, hidden, foldable USB-C cable - 15 cm long
- HDMI supports 4K resolution
- USB-C with PD3.0 or data transmission
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SKU: 235484D31731
DICOTA D31731 laptop dock/port replicator White
- Plug and play - no additional drivers required
- Ultra-compact and lightweight design - only 57 g
- Built-in, hidden, foldable USB-C cable - 15 cm long
- 1 x USB-C with PD3.0 charge or data transmission
- 1 x USB-C with data transmission 5Gbps (max.)
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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: 33911UE330
TP-Link UE330 laptop dock/port replicator Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A White
- Adds 3 additional USB 3.0^ ports that support transfer speed up to 5Gbps, 10 times faster than USB 2.0
- Adds Gigabit Ethernet network connectivity that supports transfer speed up to 1000Mbps*
- Compact and light
- Plug and Play
- Enhanced Stability and compatibility
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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.