USB and USB Type-C series of docking stations support DisplayPort over USB and Thunderbolt 3. This allows computers to be docked with external Keyboards, Mice, Displays, and other functions. Any computer with the required hardware works with a USB or USB Type-C dock. There are requirements for docks to be compatible or recommended for use with specific computers.
Dell commercial docks are used with our commercial laptops and 2-in-1 computers. These include Latitude, Precision, and some XPS laptops. Different dock models are recommended based on power requirements and ports.
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Check the following dock compatibility lists to ensure that you select the best dock for your computer. Notebooks that are not on the compatibility list for a dock are not supported. They may experience limited functionality or errors.
Dell universal docks use DisplayLink software and USB to provide a solution for consumer and other computers that are not compatible with the commercial docks. They also support Windows, macOS, Android, ChromeOS, and Ubuntu. However, the USB bandwidth limits performance.
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