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Rectangular black docking station with raised laptop platform and front-facing ports

Targus

Targus ACP50US Docking Station 15 pin D-Sub 10/100 Ethernet Serial 3.5 mm Audio 4 USB 2.0 10.6" 13 oz

SKU CH-Q00M-4F779 MPN ACP50US

A universal notebook dock with VGA video, 10/100 Ethernet, serial, audio in and out, four USB 2.0 ports and a raised platform for airflow

  • Port details1 x Monitor/Video Port (15 pin D-Sub) 1 × 10/100 Base-T Ethe
  • Measurements10.6 in × 3 in × 1.2 in
  • Key featuresUniquely Designed for Comfort and Cooling: Raised notebook p
  • Product weight13 oz
  • Connect a VGA monitor directly with the 15 pin D-Sub video port
  • Add wired networking via the 10/100 Base-T Ethernet jack
  • Attach legacy peripherals using the serial port and two 3.5 mm audio jacks
  • Plug in four USB 2.0 devices with two high-power ports for charging
  • Raised platform design improves airflow and keeps the notebook cooler

Universal notebook docking station

The Targus ACP50US connects a notebook or tablet PC to external peripherals through a single USB cable. It provides a 15 pin D-Sub video port, 10/100 Base-T Ethernet, a serial port, stereo audio out, mono microphone in and four Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports. The raised platform design improves airflow around the notebook during use. This suits users who want a simple desk setup for legacy monitors and wired networks.

Practical limits of the USB 2.0

The four USB 2.0 ports share a maximum throughput of 480 Mbps, so simultaneous high-bandwidth devices will contend for that ceiling. Two ports supply up to 1000 mA each for charging, while the other two operate at standard USB power levels. The Ethernet jack is limited to 10/100 speeds, which restricts wired network performance compared to gigabit connections. Video output relies on the 15 pin D-Sub connector, so digital display interfaces are not supported.

Build quality and daily connector implications

The unit measures 10.6 x 3 x 1.2 inches and weighs 13 oz, making it compact enough to stay permanently on a desk. All ports face the rear, keeping cables organised and the workspace tidy. The raised notebook platform aids convection cooling without requiring a fan. Plug and Play recognition means peripherals are detected without a reboot each time the notebook is docked. Buyers who need digital video outputs or gigabit Ethernet should consider a different solution.

How it compares

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Price $108.99
Pricier than about 59% of the 1,971 comparable items (median $81.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTargus
Model nameACP50US
Size & build
Measurements10.6 in × 3 in × 1.2 in
Product weight13 oz
Shipping weight3.18 kg
Package size330 × 203 × 89 mm

Questions about this item

Which video output does this docking station provide for an external display?

It has one 15 pin D-Sub port to connect a monitor or LCD directly.

What wired network speed will I actually get from the 10/100 Ethernet jack?

The RJ-45 jack is rated for 10/100 Base-T, so real-world throughput tops out at 100 Mbps.

How fast are the four USB 2.0 ports when transferring data?

All four ports support Hi-Speed USB 2.0 transfers up to 480 Mbps and are backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices.

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