Plugable Thunderbolt 3 Docking Station

VIDEO CAPABILITES - Dock provides DisplayPort++ output for DisplayPort monitors. Some 4K DisplayPort displays are incompatible. DisplayPort to HDMI passive adapter included to convert from DisplayPort to HDMI. HDMI adapter supports 4K at 30Hz and also supports 2560x1440@50Hz or 1080P@60Hz

 

EXPANDABILITY - The second Thunderbolt 3 port on the dock supports up to 5 daisy chained Thunderbolt 3 devices or a single USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) device. 2016, 2017 and 2018 MacBook Pro, Mid 2017 iMac and Dell Thunderbolt 3 systems can support an additional USB-C Alt Mode adapter (sold separately)

NOTES - Some 4K DisplayPort dispays are incompatibile, and not all Thunderbolt 3 systems will support this docking station. See important additional compatibility details below

 

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Plugable Thunderbolt 3 Single Display Non-Charging Dock for Apple and Dell Thunderbolt 3 Systems

Plugable's TBT3-UD1-83 Thunderbolt 3 Single Display Docking Station offers high-performance expansion of your Thunderbolt 3-enabled Mac or Dell system. Connect a single display up to 4K 60Hz (4096x2160@60Hz) via the integrated DisplayPort++ port. Thunderbolt 3's massive 40Gbps bandwidth enables you to run your high resolution display connected through the dock at the full native performance of your system's graphics processor while also enabling access to your wired network and existing USB peripherals.

 

For details on supported monitor configurations and what components are needed to add a second display, and non-Apple and Dell compatibility, please see additional details below in the FAQ. Dock does not charge the host system; you will still need to connect the power adapter from your system manufacturer. Requires updated NVM firmware, system BIOS, and Thunderbolt/GPU drivers from your system vendor. Ability to add a second display depends on design decisions made by your system manufacturer and requires additional hardware, sold separately. Some Thunderbolt 3 systems support a maximum of 20Gbps Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth. Docking station will not function if attached to a non-Thunderbolt 3 capable USB-C port.

 

Supports connection to wired gigabit Ethernet networks using the integrated 1.0 Gbps i210 Intel network adapter and 10Gbps peer-to-peer networking when directly connected to a second Thunderbolt 3-enabled computer. Provides analog audio input and output jacks for connecting stereo headphones and microphone. Provides two extra USB 3.0 Type-A ports and one USB-C 3.1 Gen1 port for device connectivity (Front USB-C port does not support Thunderbolt devices or VESA DisplayPort Alternate Mode video output)

 

Compatible with Apple Late 2016/2017 MacBook Pro series and Dell systems which have Thunderbolt 3. Other brands of Thunderbolt 3 systems may work, but not support all of the functionality offered by this dock. Please see important details regarding system compatibility in the section below.

 

System Requirements, Compatibility Information & FAQ

Thunderbolt 3 is a powerful new technology, and system manufacturers have substantial discretion in how they implement various technical elements and features. As a result, compatibility information is complex, and many currently available Thunderbolt 3 systems do not support all the features offered by this Thunderbolt 3 docking station.

 

System manufacturer must have physically routed two DisplayPort lines to the Thunderbolt 3 port. Currently all Thunderbolt 3 systems from Apple and Dell meet this requirement

Thunderbolt 3 DisplayPort implimentation from HP, Lenovo, MSI, Gigabyte, Acer, Razer, Clevo, Intel, etc varies among their product line

Requires updated system UEFI BIOS, Thunderbolt 3 drivers, and graphics (GPU) drivers from system manufacturer

If you have a Thunderbolt 3 host system which supports two video outputs, a separate purchase of one of the following Plugable adapter cables or dongles is required: USBC-DP, USBC-HDMI-CABLE, USBC-VGA-CABLE, USBC-HDMI, USBC-DVI, USBC-VGA

 

Please download the Technical specifications.pdf on this page for our most current compatibility information.

 

Apple MacBook Pro Late 2016, Mid 2017 and Mid 2018 models with Thunderbolt 3 (13″ & 15″, with and without Touch Bar. MBP systems without an AMD GPU support a maximum of 2 external displays) NOTE: Legacy Apple systems with Thunderbolt 2 or USB-C are not supported

Apple 21.5″ and 27″ iMac Mid 2017 with Thunderbolt 3

Dell XPS 13 9350, 9360

Dell XPS 13 9365 2-in-1

Dell XPS 15 9550, 9560

Dell Precision 15 5510, 5520

Potentialy Compatible Systems

 

(The following Dell models have Thunderbolt 3 as an optional, non-standard feature when configuring system during purchase from Dell. Please check system configuration to confirm Thunderbolt 3 functionality prior to purchasing Thunderbolt 3 peripherals.)

 

Dell Latitude 7275, 7370

Dell XPS 12 9250

Dell Precision 3510, 3520

Dell Precision 17 7510, 7520, 7710, 7720

Unsupported Systems

 

Apple systems which have a Thunderbolt 2 port (This includes all MacBook Pros prior to Late-2016)

Alienware 15 R2

Lenovo ThinkPad P50 & P70

Razer Blade Stealth

Porsche Design BOOK ONE

FAQ

 

Q: Does the TBT3-UD1-83 charge/power my system?

 

A: No, it will not charge the host system. You will need to connect the power adapter from your manufacturer.

 

Q: Can Thunderbolt 3 cables and devices be connected to older MacBooks with Thunderbolt 1 or Thunderbolt 2?

 

A: No, not without a special Thunderbolt 3 to 2 adapter from Apple. Thunderbolt 3 uses a new connector type that will not physically fit in Thunderbolt 1 and Thunderbolt 2 ports.

 

Q: Can I use the USB-C charging cable that came with my laptop instead of the Thunderbolt 3 cable included with the dock?

 

A: No, the vast majority of USB-C cables aren't compatible with Thunderbolt 3 functionality. A Thunderbolt 3 cable must be used for the device to be function when attached to a Thunderbolt 3 port.

 

Q: If the TBT3-UD1-83 will not charge my system, why do I see a charging indicator on my system's battery icon when docked?

 

If your system supports charging over USB-C, you may see an indication that your system is charging when docked. This is because all Thunderbolt 3 ports can provide a minimum of 15W of USB Power Delivery. This is not enough to charge most systems while in use, even if the system indicates it is charging.

 

Q: Are there any compatibility issues between specific 4K monitors and the TBT3-UD1-83 dock?

 

A: Certain monitors may be incompatible or limited to 4K at a 30Hz refresh rate when connected through the dock's native DisplayPort output (this is an interoperability issue between the monitor display hardware and a chip in the dock; this issue is not limited to Plugable Thunderbolt 3 docking stations).

 

Asus PB287Q, PQ321Q

Dell P2715Q, P2415Q, UP3216Q

LG 31MU97C-B, LG 24UD58-B, LG 27UD58-B, LG 27UD68-P

Philips 288P6LJEB

Sharp PN-K321

Viewsonic VX2475Smhl-4K, VX4380-4K

Samsung U28E590D

This can be worked around in some cases by changing the monitor's internal settings to use "DP 1.1", which will limit the display to 4K@30Hz. The included passive DisplayPort to HDMI adapter can also be used, which will also limit resolution to 4K@30Hz. Alternatively, the display can be connected using a Plugable USB-C to DP or USB-C to HDMI adapter to connect the display (rather than the DisplayPort on the dock), which may allow 4K@60Hz functionality on affected displays.

 

Q: Is there a recommended DisplayPort cable for use with this dock?

 

A: We suggest using DisplayPort cables which meet the DP 1.2 specification, and shorter cables will generally produce the best results.

 

Q: Can I add a second display through the second Thunderbolt 3 port on the docking station?

 

A: As noted above, some Thunderbolt 3 systems support two displays, while others only support one. This behavior is entirely based on engineering decisions from your system manufactuer.

 

Q: I've confirmed my system supports two displays via Thunderbolt 3. What type of monitors are supported?

 

A: The docking station includes a native DisplayPort++ port, which means you can connect a DisplayPort monitor via a DisplayPort cable. If you wish to connect an HDMI, DVI, or VGA monitor, separate DisplayPort to HDMI/DVI/VGA cables or adapters can be used.

 

Q: Does the docking station support Dual-Link DVI output?

 

A: No.

 

Q: Is Wake-on-LAN supported via the Ethernet adapter within the dock?

 

A: No, Wake-on-LAN is not supported.

 

Q. Are there any best practices in regard to connecting USB 1.1 devices to the dock?

 

A: For the most consistent performance, we recommend that USB 1.1 devices (such as keyboards are mice) be directly connected to the docking station's integrated USB Type-A ports.

 

In the Box

 

Thunderbolt 3 TBT3-UD1-83 docking station, 0.5 meter (20 inches) Thunderbolt 40Gbps cable, DisplayPort to HDMI passive adapter, quick installation guide and a 12V/6A (72W) power adapter (US AC Wall Outlet Plug, 100-240V 50/60Hz)