The black Universal USB 3.0 Laptop Docking Station from StarTech adds dual video outputs (HDMI + DVI), headphone and microphone jacks, as well as Gigabit Ethernet and additional USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports to a laptop computer, all from a single device and over a single SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connection.

This versatile universal docking station features two independent external monitor outputs (HDMI, DVI) that can be separately used to expand or mirror your computer's main desktop. Moreover, each of the video outputs provided by the docking station supports video resolutions up to 2048 x 1156 and HD video playback. An all-in-one mobile solution, the Universal Laptop Docking Station combines USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 hubs, headphone and microphone audio connectors, and a Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 port, helping to connect and manage multiple devices at home or the office.

HDMI/DVI/Audio/Ethernet Connectors    Two USB 3.0 & Four USB 2.0 Ports    Supports Resolutions up to 2048 x 1152    5 Gb/s USB 3.0 Data Transfer Rate    RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Port    Two 3.5mm Stereo Mini-Jack Ports    Speaker & Microphone Support    IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, & 802.3ab Standards    CE, FCC, & RoHS Certified    Compatible with Multiple Systems

Independent HDMI and DVI video outputs with mirroring and/or extended desktop capabilities

10/100/1000 Mb/s compatible RJ-45 Ethernet port

Speaker and microphone support via 3.5mm stereo mini-jacks

Supports resolution up to 2048 x 1152 on both video outputs simultaneously

Features two front panel USB 3.0 and four rear panel USB 2.0 ports to connect additional devices from a single USB 3.0 connection

Compliant with USB specifications, with support for transfer rates up to 5 Gb/s

Supports the Windows Aero interface

Auto MDIX and full duplex support

Vertical, upright positioning saves desk space

Add HD video, USB (USB 2.0 and USB 3.0), Ethernet, and Audio from a single USB connection, without having to open the computer system

Add dual video outputs to a laptop or small form factor computer, where the video card cannot be replaced

Connect a wide variety of peripherals at home/office to a laptop and be able to instantly disconnect them all from a single USB connection

Turn a laptop into a multi-monitor workstation (up to 3 screens total) for increased productivity

Windows XP SP3 (32-bit), Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10

macOS 10.6 - 10.12, 10.14

Chrome OS v55+

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this docking station have display port 1.2 or 1.4?

A: The StarTech USB Hybrid Universal Laptop Docking Station has Displayport 1.2.

Q: 2. Do it support cloning drives offline?

A: No, the StarTech USB 3.1 Dual-Bay Dock for 2.5"/3.5" SATA SSDs/HDDs BH #STSDOCK2U313 is not a standalone duplicator. It needs to be connected to a computer if you want to be able to clone a drive.

Q: 3. Which is the best cable or adaptor to use this with my new MBP with only Thunderbolt 4 ports? The included cable is weird.

A: You can use and adapter to connect this StarTech USB 3.0 SATA Hard Drive Duplicator & Eraser Dock to the Macbook Pro. Here is an option: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1128928-REG/apple_mj1m2am_a_usb_c_to_usb_adapter.html?sts=pi

Q: 4. Does this unit have a fan?SDOCK2U33

A: Drives do get warm. So I use a surplus 5" box fan to cool drives. Makes a big difference. You can also place near an air conditioner.

Q: 5. Will this keep my laptop charged when plugged in, or do I need to keep laptop plugged into wall? It is the round type plug.

A: This unit is just a docking station, allowing for connection of peripherals. It does not charge your laptop at the same time.

Q: 6. I'm considering this to clone an existing laptop hard drive to a new, larger hard drive. Is the newly duplicated drive bootable once installed in the laptop?

A: In my experience, yes. the caveat is that i copied to a drive that is the same size as the original. I have not tried it with different sized drives.

Q: 7. What's the difference between tbe SDOCK2U33EB and the SDOCK2U313 ?

A: The two units are similar in function but the BH #STSDOCK2U313 uses a faster USB protocol.

Q: 8. Can this also be used to just dock two drives to add external drives to computer?

A: Have not tried using it for that purpose. Im sure the manufacturer can tell you. It is a great duplicating device.

Q: 9. Is this Mac and PC compatible?

A: Yes it is Mac and PC compatible. Mac may need an adapter. And some PC might need an adapter.

Q: 10. Can this device be used as a RAID-0 with two 2.5 SSD drives mounted? Mac user, v10.8

A: The drives cannot be raided.