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i-tec USB-C Metal Low Profile 4K Triple Display Docking Station with Power Delivery 85 W + i-tec Universal Charger 112 W

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Thunderbolt 3/4USB-C
  • Compatible with USB-C and Thunderbolt laptops & tablets. (The host device must support DisplayPort Alt mode).
  • 1x DIsplayPort, 1x HDMI & 1x VGA supporting up to three external displays or single 4K/30Hz display. macOS supports a single extended display only.
  • Ergonomic design with aluminium housing, the dock features an intergrated 19 cm USB-C cable for connection to the host device.
  • 3x USB ports including 2x USB-A 3.0 and 1x USB-A 2.0, plus SD and mSD card slots, making it easy to connect multiple USB devices and peripherals.
  • Provides up to 85W Power Delivery for compatible USB-C and Thunderbolt laptops & tablets. The host device must support USB-C Power Delivery.
  • GLAN Ethernet supports network speeds of 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds, providing a robust and high-speed internet connection.
  • Combo 3.5 mm audio input/output jack for easy connection to headset or speakers.
  • Note: 100W power supply included. The dock can also be used with the USB-C PSU supplied with your laptop, so is available as a standalone item, P/N C31FLATDOCKPDPLUS.
Product specifications
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This docking station is designed to be used with any laptop, tablet or smartphone regardless of type, brand or operating system. All you need is for your laptop/tablet/phone to have a free Thunderbolt 3 or any USB port (minimum of USB 3.0 recommended)

Do you enjoy detailed graphics with high resolution? If so, then this station can allow you to connect to up to three* external monitors or TVs! You can choose from multiple ports for your monitor connection: VGA, HDMI or the modern Display Port. And of course, you can have all of them connected at the same time (* in case of 3 simultaneously connected monitors, the LCD on the laptop must be deactivated)

Printer? Keyboard? Mouse? External hard drive or flash drive? Charging cable for your phone? You can connect all your devices to the docking station quickly and easily. In addition, you can connect to the Internet thanks a LAN port, eliminating any worries with variable speed and quality of Wi-Fi networks.

The new USB-C port has a number of tricks up its sleeve! Provided your laptop or tablet supports power delivery through this port, you gain the ability to connect all you need (data transfer, Internet, video and power supply) using a single cable.

Are you using Windows? Do you not make regular backups of your documents, pictures or videos? Install our free i-tec Docker Pro add-on (i-tec.cz/dockerpro) and you can start backing up your data immediately and, more importantly, easily. Connect any hard drive or flash drive to your docking station and the rest is a matter of a few mouse clicks.

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Specifications

DOCKING STATION

  • 1x integrated USB-C cable for connecting to the host device (19cm)
  • Docking station technology: USB-C (MST)
  • Power Delivery: 85W
  • Video ports:
    • 1x Display Port
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x VGA
  • Supported Resolutions:
    • 1 monitor – 1x Display Port/HDMI → up to 4K/30Hz
    • 1 monitor – 1x VGA → up to 1080p/60Hz
    • 1 monitor → 1x Display Port/HDMI → up to FHD/120Hz
    • 2 monitors – 1x (DP,HDMI, VGA) + 1x (DP,HDMI, VGA) → up to 2x 1080p/60Hz
    • 3 monitors – 1x Display Port + 1x HDMI + 1x VGA → up to 3x 1080p/30Hz*
    • 3 monitors – 1x Display Port + 1x HDMI + 1x VGA → up to 1x 1080p/60Hz + 2x 720p/60Hz*
  • 1x USB-C port PD (power delivery only)
  • 2x USB 3.0 port with fast charge support (BC 1.2)
  • 1x USB 2.0 port
  • 1x Ethernet GLAN RJ-45 port (Realtek RTL8153)
  • 1x SD slot
  • 1x microSD slot
  • 1x 3,5mm Audio output
  • OS: Windows 10/11, macOS*, iPadOS**, Android**, Chrome OS and Linux with latest updates
  • Product dimensions: 269 x 86 x 22 mm
  • Product weight: 341 g
  • Package dimensions: 316 x 130 x 30 mm
  • Package weight: 479 g

 

* In order for three external monitors to function, the laptop lid must be closed.

 

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Hardware requirements:

  • Device with an available USB-C or Thunderbolt™3 port

Power Delivery Requirements:

  • Host device with an available USB-C or Thunderbolt™3 port that provides Power Delivery support

Video output requirements:

  • Device with an available USB-C port with “DisplayPort Alternate Mode” support or a Thunderbolt™3 port

Operating System:

  • Windows 10/11, macOS*, iPadOS**, Android**, Chrome OS and Linux with latest updates

 

* macOS does not support Multi Stream Transport (MST) technology. Connecting two monitors to the station on macOS will result in both monitors showing the same image.

** iPadOS, Android do not support multi-screen video transfer technology, nor the extended screen option. This means that when connected to an external monitor, only the mirrored screen will be displayed. (Not valid for androids with DEX and Easy Projection extension)

 

 

CHARGER

  • Universal 112 W USB-C power adapter for powering laptops, tablets, smartphones and other devices equipped with a USB-C charging port
  • Input voltage AC 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz, max. 2.3 A
  • Output power (max.): 112 W
  • Efficiency: more than 86 %
  • USB-C output voltage: DC 5 V / 9 V / 12 V / 15 V / 19 V / 20 V
  • USB-C output current: max. 5A
  • USB-C Output power (max): 100W
  • USB-A output voltage: DC 5 V
  • USB-A output current: max. 2.4 A
  • USB-A Output power (max): 12W
  • Protection against current overload, overvoltage, short circuit and overheating.
  • Operating temperature: 0 °C – 40 °C
  • Relative humidity: 10 % – 100 %
  • Product dimensions: 143 x 65 x 34 mm
  • Product weight: 356 g
  • Package dimensions: 198 x 157 x 45 mm
  • Package weight: 540 g

 

Package contents

DOCKING STATION
  • Product
  • Silicone pads
  • Manual
CHARGER
  • 1x Universal adapter 112 W
  • Power cable (150 cm)
  • 1x User manual

Resolution

Description

This product is a product set of a docking station and universal charging adapter. By purchasing of this kit, you get a complete solution which allows you to easily connect your favourite accessories, including LAN and external monitors, as well as easily and conveniently charge your device (including your laptop or tablet).

DOCKING STATION

Connect your favourite accessories to your laptop, tablet, PC or smartphone equipped with the new USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 interface. Using this docking station, you can access power and output for up to three external monitors (applies for Windows-based systems).

This docking station is suitable for use with all laptops and other devices equipped with the USB-C connector with video transmission support (USB-C DisplayPort Alt mode). In case of incompatibility, your new i-tec product may not work properly. For details regarding your device’s USB port specifications, please refer to your laptop / tablet / smartphone manual or contact your device manufacturer’s customer support. However, even if you are not sure that your device is fully compatible after verification, please contact our technical department by writing an email to support@itecproduct.com.

The docking station has an internal power consumption of 15 W. When connecting a 45 W USB-C power adapter, the docking station delivers 30 W to the laptop. In the case of a 60 W adapter, the docking station delivers 45 W; in the case of an 85 W adapter, the docking station delivers 70 W; in the case of a 100 W adapter, it delivers 85 W.

Note: The macOS operating system does not support Multi Stream Transport technology (2 or more monitors in extended mode. This technology does not support any docking station using the USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode in macOS.

CHARGER

This universal USB-C power adapter with power of 112 W is a great choice for powering any laptop or other device equipped with a USB-C connector that supports USB-C Power Delivery with a maximum power demand of 100 W.

The voltage is set automatically according to the USB Power Delivery specification 2.0 v1.2 in the individual profiles in following steps: 5 V / 9 V / 12 V / 15 V / 19 V / 20 V with max. 5 A current consumption. Another positive feature of this adapter is the additional USB-A output (5V, max. 2.4 A) which can easily be used to power most devices with charging via USB (e.g. MP3 players, Bluetooth hands-free, digital picture frames, most Android mobile phones, Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod, navigation, etc.). The power adapter is lightweight and very portable; it is equipped with intelligent current overload, overvoltage, short circuit and overheating protection.

FAQ

DOCKING STATION

Question: I have 2 external monitors with built-in speakers. When these monitors are connected to a docking station, both of them play the same sound. Can I set up which monitor will play the sound?

Answer: Unfortunately, it is not possible to select a monitor to play the sound. At this time, the only option is to turn it off directly in the monitor settings.

Question: When I close the laptop lid, the laptop turns off. Is it possible to prevent it?

Answer:

  • Windows has a special setting which controls what the laptop should do in case of closing the lid. This setting needs to be changed. Right-click the Start button and select Power options. From the options on the right, select Other power settings. A new window opens, and here from the left menu, select Choose what closing the lid does / When I Close the Lid and select Do nothing.
  • In macOS there are 4 conditions to be met to avoid turning off the MacBook. The MacBook needs to be connected to the power supply, an external keyboard, mouse, and monitor must be connected. Then you can close the MacBook lid and work with an external monitor only.

Question: Can the monitor connected via the docking station use the graphics technology from nVidia/AMD/Intel? E.g. G-sync, or FreeSync.

Answer: The docking station cannot use the graphics technologies from nVidia/AMD/Intel.

Question: Is it possible to set the frame rate to 120 Hz (144 Hz etc.) with the docking station / video adapter?

Answer: This is not possible. The docking station can handle maximum 60 Hz.

Question: Is it possible to connect a touchscreen monitor?

Answer: This is possible, but in this case i-tec Technologies cannot provide technical support because it is the technology of the monitor manufacturer.

Question: The image on the connected monitor flickers.

Answer: Please try a better HDMI/DisplayPort cable, this can solve your problem.

Question: Can I use a reduction to convert the signal from DVI/HDMI to DisplayPort?

Answer: Signal conversion from HDMI to DisplayPort is possible, but only in case of using the active (powered) adapter.  In any case, a passive (non-powered) cable/adapter cannot be used. The passive cables/adapters can only convert the DisplayPort signal to HDMI.

Question: I have attached speakers/headphones in the docking station’s audio connector, but they do not play any sound.

Answer: Right click the Start button and select an option Settings. Here select System and from the menu on the left select Sound and change here the Output device.

Question: I use a docking station in the office/business, and if I plug the Ethernet cable into the docking station, I can’t connect to the internet/local area network. But when I plug this cable into the LAN connector in the laptop, everything works properly.

Answer: In some cases, the businesses limit the LAN/local network connection only to the network elements with a known MAC address (each LAN connector has its own MAC address).

This can be bypassed either by manually changing the MAC address of the LAN connector in the docking station, or by using our i-tec Docker Pro software (for Windows) which clones the MAC address from your laptop to the docking station. The i-tec Docker Pro is free and you can download it from our website. https://i-tec.cz/en/produkt/dockerprosw-2

Question: Can the docking station charge the laptop via USB 3.0 connector?

Answer: From a technological point of view, the USB 3.0 specification does not support laptop charging via the USB 3.0 connector.

Question: I have a laptop with a Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C port, but the laptop does not charge anyway.

Answer: According to the Thunderbolt 3/USB-C specifications, the laptop powering is only optional. Not all laptops allow this option, especially the laptops with a power supply of over 100 W. Also, some manufacturers restrict/block charging from docking stations/adapters which are not produced by given manufacturer. If you are not sure whether your USB-C port meets these requirements, please contact your device manufacturer or our technical support: support@itecproduct.com.

Question: When I disconnect the USB-C Power Delivery Adapter from the docking station, the monitor will restart and disconnect and reconnect the USB device.
Answer: In this case, this is a standard behaviour described in the USB-IF Power Delivery Specifications. When the adapter is disconnected, the docking station must change its charging direction and take the power from the laptop. At the moment the power current direction is changed, all connected devices will reconnect.

Question: My laptop was not supplied with a USB-C adapter. Can I use a different USB-C adapter with your docking station?
Answer: Yes, it is possible. For example, you can choose any USB-C adapter from our offer: https://i-tec.cz/en/shop-window/?catg=chargers-and-batteries

Question: I have a laptop with a USB-C/Thunderbolt3 port, but the laptop does not charge anyway.
Answer: According to the USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 specifications, the laptop powering is only optional.
Not all laptops allow this option, especially the laptops supplied with a power supply which allows to charge your notebook with more than 100 W.

Question The external monitor will not wake up after waking up my laptop.
Answer Try changing the monitor’s input setting from AUTO to a fixed monitor input.
If, after a long time, the automatic search for the active port does not find any input,
then the monitor may sleep so that it fails to respond to the signal from the docking station port.

Question: Does this docking station/video adapter support an audio signal transfer over HDMI or DP?
Answer: Yes, if your monitor (projector) has integrated speakers, it is possible to transfer the audio signals via HDMI or DP cable. In your OS settings, however, you must change your default audio playback device.

Question: What are the requirements for the primary graphics cards for use with graphics chipsets in i-tec graphics adapters and docking stations?
Answer: The graphics chipsets in i-tec products are secondary (additional) graphics cards in a PC.
They need a primary graphic card installed for their functionality.
Note for Windows 10 and later: In these operating systems, the graphics driver only works depending on the primary graphics cards: Intel, NVidia, ATI/AMD, VIA. It can’t work with SiS or Matrox graphic cards.

Question: On my MacBook 13” / 15″ 2016 and later, my WiFi or Bluetooth stops working, or the USB 3.0 devices connected to the docking station disconnect. Where is the problem?
Answer: This problem is caused by interference in the 2.4 GHz band. A possible solution is that you connect the docking station to the Mac’s Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port on the left-hand side closest to you or that you use the ports on the right side. These ports are located farthest from the WiFi antenna. Another solution is using the 5 GHz band and placing the docking station as far as possible from your Mac monitor. For more information, please visit: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201163

Question: I have your device and the image transfer does not work.
Answer: Your device must meet system requirements, especially DP Alt. Mode support on the USB-C port. If you are not sure about DP Alt. Mode support on your device, please contact your device manufacturer or our technical support: support@itecproduct.com.

Question: Why is on my MacBook only the mirror mode or only one video output working?
Answer: Unfortunately, MacOS does not support MST and is only capable of mirroring both outputs, or only one can work.

Question: The image on the screen connected via the docking station flashes.
Answer: If you experience this issue, you may only have an improper setting of the monitor refresh rate. If you have setting of 59 Hz, please set to 60 Hz.

Question: Supports the “USB-C Alt Mode” HDMI output at 4K resolution 60 Hz?
Answer: No. A port which complies to the HDMI 1.4 (when using USB-C Alt. Mode) at 3840×2160 resolution can reach maximum 30 Hz. At a resolution of 2560×1440 and below, you can set 60 Hz.

Question: Is it possible to charge the HP laptops equipped with Thunderbolt 3 technology using this docking station?
Answer: Hewlett-Packard has implemented a proprietary technology in some models of its laptops which enables the charging only when using genuine HP stations. Please check the compatibility of your laptop with your reseller or contact the HP Technical Support.

Question: Can I use this docking station/video adapter also via the Thunderbolt3 port?
Answer: Yes, the USB-C docking station/graphics adapter can also be used via the Thunderbolt3 port.
Only the Power Delivery may not work, but it depends on the TB3 features of your laptop.

Question: There is no working LAN connection on my Android.
Answer: The Ethernet connection must be supported directly by the tablet manufacturer. You can easily verify the support in the set-up “Network Connections” – “Other Networks” – and the option “Ethernet” must be located here.

Question: Everything works fine, but it only shows the speed of 10 Mbps. Where is the problem?
Answer: Verify all the cabling between the PC/laptop and the active element and push the RJ-45 connectors. Sometimes can also help replacing the Ethernet cable between the adapter and the active network element (hub, switch, router) with a certified one. A solution can also be setting a specific value (instead of Auto Negotiation) in the properties of the network adapters, Speed & Duplex option.

CHARGER

Question: When I disconnect the USB-C Power Delivery Adapter from the docking station, the monitor will restart and disconnect and reconnect the USB device.
Answer: In this case, this is a standard behaviour described in the USB-IF Power Delivery Specifications. When the adapter is disconnected, the docking station must change its charging direction and take the power from the laptop. At the moment the power current direction is changed, all connected devices will reconnect.

 

Question: I have a laptop equipped with a USB-C connector, but it is not charged when the adapter is connected.

Answer: Make sure that the USB-C connector of your laptop supports the USB-C Power Delivery profile which is necessary to charge your laptop via the USB-C connector.

 

Question: My USB-A connected device is not charging or is charging slowly

Answer: Make sure that you are using the original USB cable which came with your device. Otherwise, the device may not be charging or may be charging slower than it could be.