Docking Station

DisplayLink ports use a DisplayLink chip to extend displays using USB 3.0 data connectivity. They require drivers to be installed on the computer. Alt Mode MST ports use Multi-Stream Transport to split a single display signal from the computer's GPU...

Using a Power Delivery pass-through with a supported USB-C laptop, you can power the laptop and the multiport adapter/hub with your existing USB-C laptop power adapter. To ensure the hub powers and charges your laptop, your host laptop's USB-C port must...

That's correct. It is generally safe to leave your laptop connected to a USB-C docking station with Power Delivery for extended periods. This is because modern laptops have built-in battery management systems that will prevent the battery from being ...

I understand that your HDMI port is not working and you are looking for troubleshooting tips. Here are some things you can try: For laptops: • Check if the connected USB-C port of your laptop supports DP Alt Mode (display output). You can check your...

The major difference between USB hubs and docking stations comes in their capabilities. A USB hub would draw power from your computing device and power up the connected peripherals. Since the USB hub can’t power up a laptop, it has a USB-C Power Delivery...

That's a great summary of what a docking station is and why you might need one. Docking stations can be a lifesaver for people who need to connect their laptops to multiple peripherals, especially if they work from different locations. Here are some...

Here are a few things to check when you are comparing docking stations: • The type of port on your laptop: Most docking stations use either USB-C or Thunderbolt ports. If your laptop doesn't have one of these ports, then you will need to use a docking...