A docking station expands your laptop’s connectivity by acting as a central hub for peripherals. Key uses include:
- Multi-Monitor Setup: Connect 1–4 external displays (via HDMI/DP/USB-C).
- Port Expansion: Add USB-A/C ports, Ethernet, SD card readers, and audio jacks.
- Charging: Power laptops (up to 100W PD) and devices simultaneously.
- Workstation Conversion: Turn a lightweight laptop into a desktop-like setup with one cable.
- Data Transfer: High-speed storage access (Thunderbolt/SATA bays in some models).
Anker 778 Thunderbolt Docking Station is equipped with a 100W max Thunderbolt 4 upstream port, a Thunderbolt 4 downstream port, 2× USB-C ports (10 Gbps, 30W), 2× 5 Gbps USB-A ports, 2× 480 Mbps USB-A ports, an Ethernet port, an 8K HDMI 2.1 port, and 2× DisplayPorts.