Lenovo ThinkPad Hybride USB-C and USB-A Docking Station
Our choice for a docking station for up to 2 extra monitors with your MacBook
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Lenovo ThinkPad Hybride USB-C and USB-A Docking Station
Our choice for a docking station for up to 2 extra monitors with your MacBook
According to our dock for laptops expert
Connect your laptop to all your peripherals with the Lenovo Thinkpad Hybrid USB-C and USB-A Docking Station. With this dock, you can connect up to 2 monitors of 4K quality to the DisplayPort or HDMI ports. This way, you have more space for all your windows. In addition, you have enough space for all your peripherals. Connect your mouse, keyboard, or internet cable and get started right away. With the included USB-C to USB-A adapter, you can also connect the dock to laptops with a USB-A port. This ThinkPad Hybrid docking station also charges your laptop and phone. So you never have to look for a socket while you work. This Lenovo ThinkPad Hybrid USB-C and USB-A Docking Station works on all Windows laptops and MacBook models with a USB-C port that transmits a video signal. This is how you check whether your laptop has a suitable USB-C port.
Extra functionalities docking station | Charge laptop via docking station, Charge phone via docking station, Connect headphones, Connect wired network | |
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Type of main connector | USB-A, USB-C | |
Total available video outputs | 2x HDMI | |
Number of connectable monitors | 2 | |
Type of USB port | Standard USB-A, USB-C | |
Cable length | 0,5 m |
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I connect 2 monitors and different USB accessories to this Lenovo ThinkPad Hybrid Docking Station at the same time and I really like that when working from home. I do find it a pity that there is only 1 USB A connection on the front.
USB-C and USB-A docking station in one I use this docking station with my work laptop, but also with my private laptop. My work laptop has a USB C connection, but my private laptop only USB A. Thanks to the hybrid USB C cable with USB A attachment, I still use both laptops with this dock. I connect my work laptop directly via USB-C. If I want to connect my private laptop, I use the USB A attachment. The disadvantage is that I have to connect my private laptop to a separate power source, because you cannot use USB A to charge a laptop.
Working with 2 monitors If you write a lot of texts like I do, you know how nice it is to work on 2 monitors at the same time. On the first screen you type out your text and on the other screen you look up information. With this docking station I can easily connect 2 monitors via DisplayPort or HDMI. It takes a few seconds to set up the monitors to your preference. Everything then happens automatically when you connect your laptop to the docking station. Handy if, like me, you often change workplaces.
On and off button My favorite function is the on and off button. You only know this is an essential function when you use a dock without a power button. My old docking station didn't have such a button with the result that all my connected devices were on day and night and that consumes power. You can of course pull the plug from the socket, but it is much nicer to just press a button. In addition, Lenovo ThinkPad laptops start up immediately when you press the power button on this dock.
Sufficient connections I think this docking station with 5 USB A ports and 2 HDMI and DisplayPort connections has more than enough ports. It also has an Ethernet connection for stable wired internet. I think it's a shame that there is only 1 of the 5 USB A ports on the front. If it is occupied and you want to quickly connect an accessory such as a USB stick, you have to plug it into the back of the dock. I also find it inconvenient that the main connection is at the back. You then have to bend your cable forward to connect a laptop and that can damage the cable.
Jan. IT accessoire specialist.
22 March 2021
Automatically translated from Dutch
This dock apparently uses 'DisplayLink' over USB. This system has the disadvantage that the video output is always slightly behind (for example, this is annoying when operating your mouse). Even when displaying full-screen video, you occasionally have to deal with flicker and other artifacts. For office use this is at most a bit inconvenient and you have to get used to it, as a Software Developer/Creator you will soon get annoyed by it, and for gaming this dock is simply unusable.
I can't believe this dock has been named "Coolblue's Choice" without clearly stating this feature. Having specs to control two 4K monitors is nice, but the real world performance of this expensive product is not as expected in such a context.
Joost Haverkort
28 October 2021
Automatically translated from Dutch
At first sight a very extensive docking station that has everything you need. Unfortunately, after a few weeks I have to report that the docking station loses a lot of connection with the screens when the laptop goes into sleep or hibernate mode. When restarting the laptop, the screens no longer turn on. Frustration...
Stan Verswijver
29 July 2020
Automatically translated from Dutch
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€ 249,99€ 169,-
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€ 269,-€ 169,-
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€ 249,99€ 179,-
Connect 1 monitor, Connect 2 monitors and MacBook, Connect 2 monitors and a Windows laptop
Connect 1 monitor, Connect 2 monitors and MacBook, Connect 2 monitors and a Windows laptop
Connect 1 monitor, Connect 2 monitors and MacBook, Connect 2 monitors and a Windows laptop
Connect 1 monitor, Connect 2 monitors and MacBook, Connect 2 monitors and a Windows laptop
USB-A, USB-C
USB-A, USB-C
USB-A, USB-C
USB-A, USB-C
Charge laptop via docking station, Charge phone via docking station, Connect headphones, Connect wired network
Charge laptop via docking station, Charge laptop via own charger, Charge phone via docking station, Connect headphones, Connect wired network
Charge laptop via docking station, Charge laptop via own charger, Connect headphones, Connect wired network
Charge laptop via docking station, Charge laptop via own charger, Charge phone via docking station, Connect headphones, Connect wired network
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Product number | 823315 |
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Manufacturer code | 40AF0135EU |
Brand | Lenovo |
Warranty | 2 years |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Made for laptop models | Apple MacBook, Chromebook, Microsoft Surface, Windows laptop |
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Laptop docking station suitable for | Connect 1 monitor, Connect 2 monitors and MacBook, Connect 2 monitors and a Windows laptop | |
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Extra functionalities docking station | Charge laptop via docking station, Charge phone via docking station, Connect headphones, Connect wired network | |
Type of main connector | USB-A, USB-C | |
Supported video technology on Docking Station | DisplayLink | |
Number of USB ports | 7 | |
USB function | Charging an external device, Data transfer, Device connection | |
Type of USB port | Standard USB-A, USB-C | |
Number of female standard USB-A ports | 5 | |
Female standard USB-A port version | 2.0, 3.0 | |
Number of USB-C ports | 2 | |
Protocol Female USB-C port | DisplayPort Alternative Mode, USB | |
USB version Female USB-C port | 3.1 | |
Number of USB 3.1 Female USB-C port | 2 | |
Power USB-C port | 90 W | |
Total available video outputs | 2x HDMI | |
Number of HDMI connectors | 2 | |
Female HDMI Type A port version | 2.0 | |
Number of Ethernet ports | 1 | |
Ethernet speed | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Mbps) | |
Type of DisplayPort connector | standard DisplayPort | |
Number of Female Standard DisplayPort 1.2 ports | 2 | |
Version Female Standard DisplayPort port | 1.2 | |
Number of headphone jacks | 1 | |
Type of headphone connection | 3.5mm (TS) | |
Number of connectable monitors | 2 | |
Maximum image resolution 1 monitor | 5K (5120x2880) | |
Maximum refresh rate 1 monitor | 60 Hz | |
Maximum image resolution 2 monitors | 4K (3840x2160) | |
Maximum refresh rate of 2 monitors | 60 Hz |
Cable length | 0,5 m |
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Color | Black |
Height | 21 cm |
Width | 8 cm |
Depth | 3 cm |
Weight | 480 g |
