StarTech.com Universal USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station with Quad and Dual Display Support, 98W Power Delivery and Enterprise Management

StarTech.com Universal USB4 & Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station, Quad Display on Windows, Dual Display on MacBook, HDMI DP Dock, 98W Charging

Designed to enhance productivity and ensure future-proof connectivity, the StarTech.com USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station offers seamless compatibility across Windows and macOS platforms. This versatile docking station supports driverless operation, making it suitable for a wide range of devices including Intel, Apple Silicon, AMD, and Snapdragon X Copilot+ PCs. Its space gray finish and enterprise-grade reliability make it ideal for both professional and personal environments, streamlining multi-monitor setups and device management with ease.
The dock enables up to four 4K 60Hz displays on Windows laptops equipped with Intel 12th Gen CPUs (or later) and DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, allowing users to push the boundaries of multitasking and visual clarity. For Mac users, dual extended 4K displays are supported on MacBook Air and Pro models powered by M3 or M4 chips, with clamshell mode required for M3 systems. MacBooks with M1 or M2 Pro/Max processors can also benefit from dual display support, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Power delivery is a key feature, with a fully specified 180W power adapter that supplies 98W to charge compatible laptops while powering connected peripherals. The downstream USB 2.0 port provides an additional 7.5W (1.5A) for charging smartphones, tablets, or other battery-powered USB devices. The dock includes seven USB ports—comprising USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Type-A connections, as well as a USB Type-C port—ensuring ample connectivity for peripherals.
Additional features include 2 HDMI 2.1 outputs, two DisplayPort 1.4 outputs, a gigabit Ethernet port, a memory card reader supporting microSDXC, and a headphone/microphone combo port. Security is addressed with a Kensington Security Slot, and management tools such as MAC address pass-through and Wi-Fi auto-switch support streamline enterprise deployment. The dock’s wired connectivity and compliance with environmental directives like WEEE underline its suitability for demanding professional environments, providing a robust solution for multi-device setups and high-resolution visual displays.

Features:

• Universal USB4 and Thunderbolt dock: Supports driverless compatibility with Windows and macOS, suitable for diverse device fleets including Intel, Apple Silicon, AMD, and Snapdragon X Copilot+ PCs.

• Quad display support on Windows: Enables up to four 4K 60Hz monitors on compatible Intel 12th Gen or later laptops with DP 1.4 with DSC; supports triple and dual displays on older systems without DSC.

• Dual extended 4K display on Mac: Supports dual 4K 60Hz displays on MacBook Air and Pro with M3 or M4 chips (clamshell mode required for M3); for M1 and M2 MacBook Pro, dual display requires Pro or Max chips.

• 98W power delivery: Includes a 180W power adapter capable of charging laptops at 98W while powering all connected ports and peripherals, with USB 2.0 downstream port supporting 7.5W for mobile device charging.

• Enterprise management tools: Features like MAC address pass-through, Wi-Fi auto-switch, and USB device monitoring support IT deployment and security, tested for enterprise-grade reliability.