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What mattersStarTech DK30A2DHStarTech DK30A2DHChoose a dock aboveChoose a dock above
Laptop connectionUSB-A or USB-C using included host cables
Display technologydisplaylink
Maximum displays*2
Power to laptop (W)*0
HDMI sockets2
DisplayPort sockets2
Display conditionsDual 4K60 using paired HDMI/DisplayPort choices
Mac requirementsDisplayLink required; two extended screens on supported Macs
Windows requirementsCompatible DisplayLink software required
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
USB peripherals6 USB-A data ports at 5Gbps
Before buyingNo host charging through USB-C or USB-A. Maximum two displays despite four video sockets. DisplayLink driver required; assess graphics-sensitive workloads separately.
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