USB C Docking Station Triple Monitor, Laptop Docking Station with 2 HDMI, DP, VGA, Ethernet, USB3.2 Gen2 10Gbps,100W PD, SD/TF/USB 3.0 Ports for Dell Hp Thinkpad Thunderbolt Windows Computer

I’ve been using this Auimce dock for a couple of weeks and I am beyond being just impressed - it is a brilliantly designed docked in terms of varied functionality, from ethernet to video out and USB 3.2, and also in terms of ergonomics. The laptop sits on the dock, sloping downwards at about 20 degrees, and this typing position makes the dock not just useful but also a joy to use.The dock hides away under the laptop and it really does make the whole setup look very neat and tidy. The work area is less cluttered since using the dock. Although cable management is always a problem for me (I’ve taken photos without the cables because my middle of desk setup makes them tricky to hide), the Auimce dock definitely saves space on my desk.I have never used a sloping position with a laptop despite using laptops since 1993. It is an embarrassing revelation to me that this can make such a difference to typing efficiency. The angle that the laptop sits at when placed on top of the dock is perfect. I can’t believe what I have been missing for all these years. The only snag is that when using my webcam, it is a bit more tricky to angle the webcam downwards sufficiently to capture the top shoulders.The thing that I like the most about this dock is the fact that I can connect so many devices directly to the dock: ethernet, webcam, mouse, USB microphone, and headphones. I don’t need to unplug the individual devices from the laptop when I need to leave my desk and take the laptop on the road. I can just unplug one cable - the USB C cable that connects the laptop to the dock - without messing around with unplugging and untangling different cables. I can also plug the dock into different laptops - Mac and Windows - and the individual devices are instantly connected to the new laptop with one plug. I know that this is part of the whole purpose of a dock but the huge range of ports available on this dock means that everything from a webcam to HDMI and charging can be swapped with no effort.I’ve used the dock mostly with a Windows laptop but I’ve also tested it with a MacBook and an iMac. It works brilliantly with both across the full range of connectivity functions including video output and ethernet. I’ve used it as a desk based docking station and as a mobile working device kept in my laptop bag. Although the device is fairly large (long) it is lightweight (363g) and so easy to carry without adding much weight to my laptop bag.I’ve managed to extent the display - using multiple monitors and a TV - with each display functioning as a separate desktop using Windows. With macOS, the limitations of macOS mean that I have only been able to use one monitor as a separate or extended desktop with the others mirroring a selected primary desktop. This isn’t a limitation of the dock but rather a limitation of macOS which requires a Thunderbolt dock or Thunderbolt monitors to provide similar extended multi display functionality. The dock manual, which prints the information using colour pictures of example displays, makes it clear that macOS has a more limited implementation of extended desktop functionality. With the M1 Mac laptops the manual makes it very clear that only one external desktop is supported.It is very important to check that the Windows laptop supports video out using USB C. I like the fact that the dock’s Amazon webpage is really informative and clear in this regard. It provided me with clear information about what I could expect in terms of laptops that will support video output when using the dock. Not all USB C ports on laptops do support video out - only those with the Thunderbolt logo or those that explicitly advertise DisplayPort (USB C “Alt Mode”) will definitely support video output through the laptop’s USB port. The dock manual also stresses in bold print the need to check that your USB C port supports Thunderbolt or DisplayPort “Alternate Mode”. I was pleasantly surprised though to find that my fairly cheap Asus laptop, which doesn’t advertise DisplayPort, did support vide output using the a USB C connection to the dock.I don’t have a 4k monitor but have tested the video 4k video output using a 4k TV with a computer monitor mode. The screen display (Windows) was 4k at 60Hz. If using multiple monitors connected to the dock, the cumulative refresh rate is 60Hz - so for example HDMI output 1 plus HDMI output 2 will give a combined refresh rate of 60Hz rather than 60Hz individually. The resolution will still be 4k although I didn’t have two 4k displays to test the dock with.The PD charing pass-through port on the dock works well including with my Dell laptop. The dock manual states that Dell and HP don’t allow third party charges to be used with their laptops. I think that this probably refers to the dedicated charging port chargers rather than USB C chargers because the dock’s PD port charges my Dell laptop very well when using a 100w USB C charger. I like the fact though that the manual does strongly recommend using the dedicated AC port charger with laptops. I have found that USB C charging of my Dell laptop, when using a USB C charger, can be flaky especially when the battery is low or depleted.I’ve used the dock without the PD charging input, just powered by the laptop’s USB connection, to run a webcam, mouse, and ethernet. I’ve also managed at the sane time to use a USB powered gaming keyboard with RGB lights using the hub without providing extra power to the hub. When using the dock with all of these devices connected, I have had random disconnections which is to be expected. Without the RGB keyboard plugged in, the dock seems to work well to power a webcam, ethernet and mouse without added power. This was important for me because I need to use the dock occasionally when on the move without a power source.The dock is also surprisingly light weighing 363g. The casing is a very solid plastic moulded enclosure. It is actually tricky for me to tell that it is not metal - I had to use the teeth test (knocking my teeth against the case) and I was still not 100% sure that it was plastic. I prefer the trade-off between a lightweight dock and a heavier metal dock and the trade-off here is very well done: a good looking dock with a solid moulded casing and a lightweight design that is great for mobile working.The ethernet speed is good: Gigabit ethernet which works flawlessly on both Mac and PC. I have kept the ethernet connected on both Mac and PC for a number of days and there are no obvious bugs or crashes and no network problems created by the dock.All ports, including the USB ports, are clearly labelled so that it is possible to see very easily which port is USB 2 and which is USB 3 and which is USB 3.2. The USB C ports are also clearly labelled with the power PD port being clearly labelled and distinguished from the non PD USB C port (10Gbps).There’s also a locking hole on the device for anchoring it to a desk.The LED indicators on the side of the dock look pretty but are also, with a bit of practice, fairly informative. The large circular LED is the power symbol and is embedded in an on/off switch which disconnects the dock from the computer. The strip of smaller LEDs signify how many devices are connected to the hub and which ports they are connected to. The LEDs aren’t labelled and so the display is more of a “load” based indicator. The fourth LED from the front, for example, shows whether or not the dock is receiving external power via the PD port.I use this dock both at my permanent desk at work, at home, and I have it in my laptop bag when I’m on the go. I don’t carry it with me when I’m on the move all of the time because, despite being lightweight, I don’t always need the desktop level functionality that it offers. Sometimes a smaller non powered hub for a mouse and a webcam is all I need. When I need an ethernet connection, a webcam, and a mouse, it is invaluable especially when I am going to be sitting at a desk for a while and need a sloped keyboard position for my laptop.I have only used the audio/microphone jack for testing. It works well but I prefer to use a USB microphone which also works well with the dock and which means that, along with the webcam, I don’t have to disconnect devices from my laptop when hitting the road.I would definitely recommend this dock. The huge range of ports competes with those on a good desktop PC. The dock even has a VGA port for use with older monitors or projectors. I have used the dock with an older workplace VGA monitor and it works beautifully - although it is a sad to see how things have moved on since VGA!I especially like the fact that although it is a large dock, it sits nicely under the top of the laptop and because of the gentle downward slope it creates, it provides a very nice typing and screen position.I own a couple of USB C docks but this is the only dock I have used that provides an all in one solution that rivals desktop connectivity with the lightweight versatility of mobile working.Pros:- Lightweight (363g) and easy to carry in laptop bag when out and about- space saving when used on a desk (the dock can hide under the laptop)- huge range of ports and connections including Gigabit ethernet, HDMI (x2), DP, VGA, USB, and SD- microphone/headphone jack input (3.5mm)- works well (plug and play) with Windows and Mac- Clearly labelled ports distinguishing with words and colours between USB 2 and USB 3- very reliable ethernet (Gigabit) with network traffic lights on the port connector- Good video output using 4k @ 60Hz with clear descriptions in manual of multiple screen refresh rate- nice looking dock with easy accessible ports and front and right side of the dock- solid moulded case with good trade-off between rugged design and weight- informative LED lights including power button with informative LED power statusCons:- not everybody will need desktop level connectivity for a laptop

This Auimce USB-C docking station offers a whole bundle of connectivity options. You can read the specs to see what it offers - in a word - plenty.I tested it with a Mac Book - connecting to two monitors via HDMI, a USB keyboard, wired network connection - and some memory devices.Everything worked - no problems. So that's one port on the Mac - and a whole raft of physical connections.Connecting two monitors gives a mirrored view on both (so you have the Mac screen and then a separate display mirrored). So not really useful for me unless I'm showing a few people something and it saves crowding round two screens. Not sure what you get if you use the display port.I plugged in an SD memory card - access no problem, copied files to and from it. Also a USB memory stick - (500GB) and again - all worked perfectly and at reasonable speeds.3.5mm jack connected up to sound output (amp and speakers) - identified as audio USB device on the Mac - sound output good.One criticism is the short fixed lead from the docking station itself. I have my Mac on a stand - and the lead is quite short - which means it can go in one place only - and it barely manages that as the lead is somewhat taut. Another personal view - I would rather have the "fixed" connecters - e.g. HDMI, network etc. at the "back" so I can have the dock neatly positioned - ports I need access to at the front - others out of sight at the back. My desk is messy enough as it is.Lastly... power. To provide power via the USB-C port you need to buy an adapter to plug into the dock., I've had a look and it's not clear from the relevant page what exactly that should be. Probably your standard USB-C charger (i.e. as used for your device) works as a pass through.

The media could not be loaded.  This USB-C docking station by Auimce certainly earns the "station" - it's got so many ports!It's incredibly impressive straight out of the box - very well made, beautifully and simply packaged too. You can tell a lot of thought and expertise has gone into the design.As for ports - well you're pretty much covered. You've got 4 different display options (it only supports upto 3 displays simultaneously) via VGA, DP and 2x HDMI. You can get 4k @ 60HZ from the DP and HDMI ports. RJ45, a USB 2.0 port, USB 3.0 port, USB 3.2 port, 3.5mm mic, USB-C power pass through, USB-C data port, and both SD and TF card support. It is a beast of a docking station in a relatively small package.You can have your laptop ontop of it (if you're only using a few ports) for easy connection or have it close.I've got 2 4k screens, external harddrive, SD, mic, ethernet and 4k webcam attached and the moment I connect anything else to my laptop I start running into various bandwidth related issues (which is expected considering the the amount of inputs) like slow transfer speed, mic not picking up detail etc.When you've got lots plugged in it can get as messy as you expect, so good cable management will be required - i'd recommend some velcro cable ties to use to keep everything smart.It literally handles anything I can throw at \ into the dock itself - and as long as i'm not pushing the boundaries with even further inputs into the laptop itself, i've had zero issues with it.