SIIG Multi-Function Thunderbolt Docking Station
Last updated: November 5, 2021
We looked at the top Thunderbolt Docking Stations and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Thunderbolt Docking Station you should buy.
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In our analysis of 41 expert reviews, the SIIG Multi-Function Thunderbolt Docking Station placed 8th when we looked at the top 15 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.From The Manufacturer
usb type c docking station dual video dock adapter hub windows mac 2 x 4k monitor output usb c docking station compatiblity chart macOS versions double 4K monitor or single 5K monitor SIIG’s USB-C Dual 4K or Single 5K Display Advanced Docking Station transforms a single USB-C port into USB 3.0, USB-C, RJ-45, HDMI, Displayport, Mic input, and audio output connectivity with PD charging up to 60W/ Note: – Apple has continued support for video over USB in the latest Mac OS X 10.14 update (Make sure to use latest DisplayLink 5.1.1 driver). This docking station will work with Mac OS X up to 10.13.3 + 10.14. Our adapter DOES NOT work with Mac OS X 10.13.4 through 10.13.6 updates. **See Important Notes at bottom SEARCH THIS URL FOR LINKS TO DRIVERS AND UPDATES: www. displaylink. com / downloads / macos ports hdmi dp rj45 usbc 3.1 4k 5k Create a Powerful Workstation This multiport docking station adapter instantly adds valuable connectivity to your port-limited laptop, PC, Surface tablet, or Macbook. When paired with a laptop, this presents a versatile and powerful workstation. Add up to two external displays or monitors (HDMI/HDMI, DP/DP, HDMI/DP). Hard wire you internet connection with the RJ45 Ethernet port to a router for higher internet speeds. Connect up to 5 USB powered devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, flash drive, external hard drive, etc. Three display modes included: Extended, Mirror, and Primary Output Ports 2 x HDMI 1.4 (4K@30Hz) 2 x Displayport (4K@60Hz) 4 x USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C 1 x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet 1 x Audio Jack 1 x Mic Jack Power Delivery Includes 60W power delivery to charge your laptop while connected. No need to worry about unplugging the dock to be able to charge your laptop. Use docking and charge laptop simultaneously. Eliminates need to use two separate power adapters for dock and laptop. Resolutions Support resolution up to 5K / 4K / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p Dual 3840×2160@60Hz (4K) through DP + HDMI, HDMI + HDMI, or DP + DP outputs Single 5120×2880@60Hz through dual DisplayPort connection To support 5K output, you must connect both DisplayPort outputs to a single 5K DP TV/Monitor siig dockign hdmi dp rj45 4k 5k Applications Add HDMI, DP, USB 3.0, USB-C, RJ45, Audio Jack, and laptop charging to your MacBook Pro, Chromebook, or other Thunderbolt 3 enabled systems. Watch incredibly high quality video content on a 5K monitor from your laptop. Generate a dual 4K monitor workstation, great for Ultra HD tasks that include video and photo editing. Ensure the max quality internet connection by hard wiring your laptop instead of connecting to WiFi. Sturdy aluminum enclosure is durable and rugged. Allow your port limited laptop or system to connect to a wireless mouse and keyboard, charge your phone through the Fast charge USB 3.0 ports, add two external monitors, connect directly to a router, and charge your laptop, all at the same time! Requirements PC computer or laptop with an available USB PD USB-C Port (Thunderbolt 3 compatible) Intel Core i5 3.0GHz CPU or higher and standalone GPU Windows 10 (32-/64-bit) / 8.1 (32-/64-bit) / 8 (32-/64-bit) / 7 (32-/64-bit) Mac OS X 10.14 + 10.13.3 and earlier + Latest Mac OSx Mojave 10.14 update (Make sure to use latest DisplayLink 5.2 driver). NOTE: Linux not supported Specifications Chipset: DisplayLink 6590 + FL5002 + GL3523 Compliant with Universal Serial Bus 3.1 Gen 1 Specification and backward compatible with USB 2.0 Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 data transfer rate up to 5Gbps Integrated DP 1.2/DP++ interface & HDMI 2.0 interface Support 5.1 channel surround sound (HDMI/DisplayPort signal) Supported video cable length: HDMI – Up to 5M (max) ; DisplayPort – Up to 3M (max) Gigabit Ethernet: Supports up to 1000 Mbps data transfer rate and is backward compatible with 10/100 Mbps Important Notes The HDMI output will work only when the host USB-C port transmits DisplayPort Alt mode Connect both DisplayPort outputs to a single 5K DisplayPort TV/monitor MacBook 2018 models (based on the Intel Coffee Lake chipset) running Mac OS 10.14.0 can experience black extended display(s) with only mouse cursor. Fixed by upgrading to latest Mac OS 10.14.2 or later. DisplayLink driver v4.3 Beta 6 stays available to force an AirPlay extended display on these machines/OS version. SEARCH THIS URL FOR LINKS TO DRIVERS AND UPDATES: www. displaylink. com / downloads / macos Package Contents USB 3.1 Type-C Dual 4K Docking Station with Power Delivery Power Adapter (DC 20V/5A) USB-C (M) to USB-C (M) cable Driver CD & User Reference Guide siig usb-c docking station mst hub power delivery single dual or triple monitor display extended siig mini dock with 4k hdmi PD power delivery cube docking station plugable siig docking station with dual video display adapter 4k 5k dual hdmi DP displayport USB 3.0 fast Siig dock with dual hdmi 4k 5k PD Power delivery DP displayport ethernet adapter triple video docking station adapter display converter with PD hdmi DP displayport ethernet siig usb-c docking station mst single dual triple display monitor dock dp hdmi extended mode JU-DK0D11-S1 JU-DK0911-S1 JU-DK0411-S1 JU-DK0B11-S1 JU-DK0811-S1 JU-DK0E11-S1 Supported External Displays Triple Single Dual Triple Dual Triple Supported Resolution Single (4K@30Hz) / Dual (1080p) / Triple (720p) 4K@30Hz / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p 5K@60Hz / 4K@60Hz / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p 5K@60Hz / 4K@60Hz / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p 5K@60Hz / 4K@60Hz / 1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p Single (4K@30Hz) / Dual (1080p) / Triple (720p) USB 2 x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 + 1 x USB-C (Data Only) 4 x USB 3.0 6 x USB 3.0 2 x USB 3.0 + 2 x USB 2.0 + 1 x USB-C (Data Only) 4 x USB 3.0 + 2 x USB-C 2 x USB 3.0 + 1 x USB 2.0 HDMI 1-Port 1-Port 2-Ports 1-Port 2-Ports 1-Port DisplayPort 1-Port 2-Ports 2-Ports 2-Ports 1-Port Thunderbolt 3 Ethernet (RJ45) 10/100/1000 Mbps 10/100/1000 Mbps 10/100/1000 Mbps 10/100/1000 Mbps 10/100/1000 Mbps Additional Ports VGA Audio Output 3.5mm Mic Input + Audio Output 3.5mm Mic Input + Audio Output 3.5mm Mic Input + Audio Output 3.5mm SD Card Slot + Audio Output 3.5mm Power Delivery ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Compatibility Windows 10/8/7, Mac OSx (Single Display ONLY) Windows 10/8/7/Vista/ XP, Mac OS X 10.10 and later Windows 10/8/7/Vista/ XP, Mac OS X up to 10.13.3 + 10.14 Windows 10/8/7/Vista/ XP, Mac OS X up to 10.13.3 + 10.14 Windows 10/8/7/Vista/ XP, Mac OS X up to 10.13.3 + 10.14 Windows 10/8/7, Mac OSx (Single Display ONLY)
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