The following topics describes the process to upgrade the WD19 series docking stations.
Upgrade the cable module to Thunderbolt 4
The following docking stations are compatible with Thunderbolt 4 cable module as on the Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD22TB4:
Dell Dock - WD19
Dell Dock - WD19S
Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD19TB
Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD19TBS
Dell Performance Dock - WD19DC
Dell Performance Dock - WD19DCS
NOTE:Before the cable module is replaced on these models, the dock firmware must be updated to the latest version available for WD22TB4 at
www.dell.com/support. If this is not done, the docking stations will not function or may run with Thunderbolt 4 capabilities disabled.
NOTE:Once the cable module is replaced, the firmware on the docking stations must be updated again to the latest available for the Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD22TB4.
NOTE:A few WD19 docking stations variants ship with a 130 W AC adapter. After upgrading to the Thunderbolt 4 cable module, the docking station will require a 180 W AC adapter to function as the Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD22TB4.
Table 1. Firmware update requirements when upgrading to the WD22TB4 cable moduleThe following table provides details on the firmware updates needed when upgrading to the Thunderbolt 4 cable module:
Original dock
New module
Firmware update before upgrading cable module
Firmware update after upgrading cable module
Dell Dock - WD19
Dell Dock - WD19S
Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD19TB
Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD19TBS
Dell Performance Dock - WD19DC
Dell Performance Dock - WD19DCS
WD22TB4 cable module
Required
Required
Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD22TB4
WD22TB4 cable module
Not required
Not required
Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD22TB4
WD19 cable module
Not required
Not required
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