Turn your notebook into a fully functional workstation with the StarTech USB Hybrid Universal Laptop Docking Stationfrom StarTech. For those moments where you wish you had more connectivity options, this docking station fulfills those needs by providing an ample amount of peripheral and display ports, suitable for anyone wishing to squeeze more productivity out of their machine.

Simply connect your laptop to the docking station with the included USB Type-C cable, and you can experience dual display connections supporting up to 4K resolution at 60 Hz, suitable for getting work done or simply enjoying TV shows and movies. With 100-watt Power Delivery, you can charge your notebook while it is connected to the docking station while an additional USB Type-A port provides fast charging capabilities for mobile devices such as your phone or tablet. Additional USB ports are located on the rear of the docking station for you to add a keyboard and mouse for workstation levels of utility. A Gigabit Ethernet port gives you a wired network connection if Wi-Fi isn't available. If you are taking personal calls, a 3.5mm combo audio jack allows you to connect compatible headsets. StarTech's Hybrid Docking Station also includes a Kensington security lock slot so you can safeguard against potential theft.

USB Type-C & Type-A Connection    100W Power Delivery    3 x USB 3.0 Type-A Ports    1 x USB 3.0 Type-C Port    2 x HDMI Ports    2 x DisplayPort Outputs    1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port    1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack    Kensington Security Lock Slot    Up to 5K Resolution at 60 Hz

Offering massive flexibility and enhanced capabilities suitable for any business-level user, the docking station gives you an array of USB ports meeting the 3.1 Gen 1 protocols, giving you up to 5 Gb/s data transfer speeds suitable for a wide range of devices from keyboards to external storage drives. The front panel gives you a Type-A and Type-C port with fast-charging capabilities for your smartphone or tablets. On the rear of the docking station, two USB Type-A ports are available for mice and keyboard support amongst other devices. A Type-C port connects to the host device, transforming your notebook to a fully-fledged workstation.

The Hybrid Universal Laptop Docking Station provides you with two HDMI and DisplayPort outputs, allowing you to connect two additional monitors that support up to 4K resolution at 60 Hz for clean and clear visuals. You can support up to 5K resolution when the hub is connected to a single monitor.

To make the most out of this dock, it is suggested that your notebook supports USB Type-C standard with Power Delivery. For notebooks without a USB Type-C port, a Type-C to Type-A adapter is included, allowing you to experience limited functionality over USB 3.1 Gen 1 protocols.

Designed to provide massive flexibility and enhance productivity, the Hybrid Docking Station is Superspeed USB, Power Delivery, and DisplayLink certified.

Included with this device is a free Windows application that allows you to better manage your enterprise network security. When using a wired connection to the Ethernet port of the dock, the computer's MAC address isn't broadcasted to your network. The Mac Address Changer Utility allows the dock to spoof the MAC address of the laptop, ensuring network administrators have full visibility of each network device.

The Hybrid Universal Laptop Docking Station is compatible with Windows 7 and later, macOS 10.11 - 10.12, 10.14, 10.15, and 11.0, Ubuntu 18.04, 20.04, and Chrome OS v55+.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Yes please, what is the largest drive supported?

A: Currently tested with up to 4TB 7200 RPM 3.5" hard drives per bay (8TB total) and 2TB 5900 RPM 2.5" hard drives (2TB total)

Q: 2. Will this keep my laptop charged when plugged in, or do I need to keep laptop plugged into wall? It is the round type plug.

A: This unit is just a docking station, allowing for connection of peripherals. It does not charge your laptop at the same time.

Q: 3. Is this Mac and PC compatible?

A: Yes it is Mac and PC compatible. Mac may need an adapter. And some PC might need an adapter.

Q: 4. What is the largest size drive that it supports?

A: The StarTech UNIDOCKU33 does not have a maximum supported drive capacity.

Q: 5. How long is the included USB-C cable?

A: The USB-C cable included with the Plugable 9-in-1 USB-C Docking Station (Black) is 3.28' / 1 m long.

Q: 6. What is the largest size drive that will work? I have seen one answer for "4TB", and someone else wrote "10TB". Has anyone successfully used anything larger?

A: The StarTech USB 3.0 to Dual 2.5/3.5" HDD/SSD Docking Station with UASP BH #STSDOCK2U33 supports 2.5/3.5" SATA HDDs & SSDs of any capacity according to Startech.

Q: 7. What's the difference between tbe SDOCK2U33EB and the SDOCK2U313 ?

A: The two units are similar in function but the BH #STSDOCK2U313 uses a faster USB protocol.

Q: 8. will this support 12TB HDD?

A: Yes this will support 12TB under Windows 10 or MacOS.

Q: 9. How many HDMI ports and display ports does this item have? What are the specifications?

A: USB3VDOCK4 has one DisplayPort connection. The full technical specifications for this device can be found on our website. Atha, StarTech.com Support

Q: 10. Does the unit turn on by itself if the powers goes off an on?

A: The StarTech eSATA / USB 3.0 SATA III Hard Drive Docking Station will automatically power on when connected to power.