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Space Gray USB-C docking station with attached 12-inch cable and multiple ports

STARTECH

STARTECH DKT30CHVSDPD USB-C Docking Station HDMI VGA USB-A USB-C 100W PD

SKU CH-Q5MK-68CSZ MPN DKT30CHVSDPD

Connects USB-C laptops to 4K HDMI or 1080p VGA monitors, adds two USB-A ports, one USB-C port, SD card reader and Gigabit Ethernet with 100W power delivery

  • Port details7
  • Measurements2.3 in × 12.8 in × 0.6 in
  • Main functionLaptops, Ultrabooks, Chromebooks, Tablets
  • Product colorSpace Gray
  • Compatible withLaptops, Ultrabooks, Chromebooks, Tablets
  • Product weight0.3 lb (0.14 kg)
  • Connect a 4K 30Hz HDMI or 1080p 60Hz VGA monitor for a flexible workstation
  • Two USB-A 5Gbps ports and one USB-C 5Gbps port connect your peripherals
  • Built-in SD and MicroSD card reader speeds up media transfers
  • Gigabit Ethernet port adds reliable wired network connectivity
  • 100W USB Power Delivery 3.0 charges your laptop while you work

Portable USB-C Dock for Laptops and Tablets

This USB-C multiport adapter adds video, data and wired networking through a single host connection. It suits mobile professionals using MacBook Pro, Dell XPS or other USB-C laptops, ultrabooks, Chromebooks and tablets who need a compact workstation hub while travelling or hot-desking. The attached 30 cm host cable gives extra reach for flexible placement on crowded desks. Buyers who require Thunderbolt bandwidth or dual-monitor output will need a different class of dock.

Thermals, Noise and Power Delivery

The aluminium enclosure passively dissipates heat during typical office workloads with no fan noise. USB Power Delivery 3.0 accepts up to 100 W from a compatible charger and passes power to the host while simultaneously running the hub ports and card reader. A dedicated USB-A fast-charge port supplies higher current for phones or accessories without interrupting data traffic on the other ports.

Sustained-Load Behaviour

Under continuous 4K 30 Hz HDMI or 1080p 60 Hz VGA output combined with Gigabit Ethernet and multiple USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices, the adapter maintains stable operation without thermal throttling. The 5 Gbps downstream ports share aggregate bandwidth, so simultaneous large-file transfers and video streaming will contend for throughput. The SD and microSD card reader operates at UHS-I speeds for reliable media offload during long sessions.

How it compares

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Price $112.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 1,971 comparable items (median $81.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSTARTECH
Model nameDKT30CHVSDPD
Part numberDKT30CHVSDPD
Product colorSpace Gray
Ports & slots
Port details7
Size & build
Measurements2.3 in × 12.8 in × 0.6 in
Product weight0.3 lb (0.14 kg)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size109 × 58 × 15 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withLaptops, Ultrabooks, Chromebooks, Tablets
More details
Main functionLaptops, Ultrabooks, Chromebooks, Tablets

Questions about this item

How do I install the StarTech DKT30CHVSDPD dock, and which step is most often missed?

Connect the attached 12-inch host cable to your laptop's USB-C or Thunderbolt port; the step users miss is confirming the laptop port supports video alt mode and Power Delivery 3.0, otherwise external displays and 100W charging will not activate.

What maintenance or replacement will the DKT30CHVSDPD need over time?

No internal parts are user-serviceable; keep the SD and microSD slots free of dust, avoid stress on the fixed 30 cm host cable, and replace the unit only if a port fails or the cable sheath frays.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy use of the DKT30CHVSDPD?

The 100W Power Delivery ceiling is reached first; combined peripheral draw and laptop charging cannot exceed it, so high-load devices on the two 5Gbps USB-A ports and the 5Gbps USB-C port will throttle charging speed.

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