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Docking Station can't connect to Dell Latitude E7470
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Latitude E7470
I want to connect my docking station to my Dell laptop but my Dell laptop does not have a slot where I can plug in the thunderbolt cord from the docking station so I don't know where to plug the thunderbolt cord or how to connect the docking station to my laptop. Can you please help?
ejn63
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June 9th, 2024 13:03
The only docks that work fully with this system have a Dell E-port connector.
You can find USB-C to USB-A cables that will allow the connection of an otherwise incompatible dock, but you'll then have a glorified USB hub -- not a true docking station, as the dock will be missing much of its functionality connected this way.
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June 9th, 2024 13:06
Your Latitude does not have thunderbolt connection to use with a thunderbolt dock. Considering an E-port replicator PRO3X. It can be had for less than $20 USD with 240w power adapter included as in the reference link.
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June 9th, 2024 13:10
@Chino de Oro There's no wire/cable that I can use to connect my docking station to my Latitude?
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June 9th, 2024 13:11
@ejn63 So do you recommend that I get that cable? What is it called and how will it resolve my issue? From where to where do I have to connect it?
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June 9th, 2024 13:31
Unless you have plans only to use USB devices (don't need the dock for monitor, etc.), the cable will not help. See the other reply -- if you want the dock for use with a monitor, you will need an E-port docking station as Chino de Oro mentioned.
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June 9th, 2024 13:41
@dawoudleftu , it was not a cable, I suggest a whole docking station that was made to accommodate your Dell Latitude. Just line up the E-port underneath the laptop and press it down on the PRO3X and the setup is done. Run the connection from the PRO3X docking station to setup just like a desktop. When you need to take the laptop mobile, just push eject button and take the laptop away.
See this reference link E-port replicator PRO3X. for item information, it will cost around $20 dollars.
See this YT video for how to connect and setup https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrsHkYLk8zg
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June 9th, 2024 14:18
@ejn63 I want to use it to connect between monitor and my laptop, is there any other simple solution or do I HAVE to get the other docking station?
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June 9th, 2024 15:45
You need a compatible docking station -- any Dell E-port dock will work.
These are all old stock or used, so they are inexpensive.