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Startech - USB-C Multiport Adapter Dual Monitor Docking Station DKM31C3HVCPD
Average customer rating
4.8
(6 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for Startech - USB-C Multiport Adapter Dual Monitor Docking Station DKM31C3HVCPD
Customer Rating
5
One of the only USB-C video output docks out there
on April 19, 2023
Posted by: Philip
Works exactly as advertised.
I would improve only 3 things:
1. I don't need the VGA port and would prefer a more modern (DisplayPort/extra HDMI) port; obviously a personal preference, and there are still legitimate uses for VGA;
2. Could be a bit smaller;
3. Not compatible with nReal Air glasses; since it is one of very few docks that could potentially work, and a big part of why I bought it, I would love to see a firmware update that brings compatibility if possible.
I would improve only 3 things:
1. I don't need the VGA port and would prefer a more modern (DisplayPort/extra HDMI) port; obviously a personal preference, and there are still legitimate uses for VGA;
2. Could be a bit smaller;
3. Not compatible with nReal Air glasses; since it is one of very few docks that could potentially work, and a big part of why I bought it, I would love to see a firmware update that brings compatibility if possible.
If these are not an issue for you, it is the perfect hub.
Written by a customer while visiting startech.com
Customer Rating
4
Light Weight Docking Station With Lots of Features
on April 7, 2023
Posted by: NickD_CA65
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using this "Mini Docking Station" now for a few weeks and with several different devices including Microsoft Surface and Lenovo laptops. Everything worked well and got setup quickly in Windows 10 and 11 without any fuss.
This mini docking station, came in a small cardboard box the size of four hot dog buns (kind of hungry when I wrote this). The actual docking station is about the size of an older 3.5" hard drive easily fits in one hand and the cable is 15 inches long. The cable wraps around the device and fits snugly so it doesn't fall loose moving the doc around. It is extremely light weight and feels like hallow plastic. You could have fooled me and said it was empty inside because of it's hallow feel.
This doc doesn't seem portable as it's much larger than many others, but the cable does wrap around nicely for travel and it's light weight have me considering otherwise. I have been able to use the device either with added USB-C power connected and without. I think the big feature of this doc over several others I have is that it has a built-in VGA port. I don't know that I will use this over others that are smaller, however I can see the value with some of the extra ports. The website says "dual monitor", but the box and instructions says "triple monitor", however I did not get the opportunity to try with 3 monitors connected at the same time. The device always worked smoothly and I didn't experience any input or output delays. I received this product in exchange for an unbiased review.
This doc doesn't seem portable as it's much larger than many others, but the cable does wrap around nicely for travel and it's light weight have me considering otherwise. I have been able to use the device either with added USB-C power connected and without. I think the big feature of this doc over several others I have is that it has a built-in VGA port. I don't know that I will use this over others that are smaller, however I can see the value with some of the extra ports. The website says "dual monitor", but the box and instructions says "triple monitor", however I did not get the opportunity to try with 3 monitors connected at the same time. The device always worked smoothly and I didn't experience any input or output delays. I received this product in exchange for an unbiased review.
Written by a customer while visiting startech.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Travel dock with lots of ports!
on February 25, 2023
Posted by: ShawnO_25
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This dock is great for travel due to both its size and built in cable management. This dock has a great assortment of ports to allow for many of the popular connections you may need. Despite being plastic rather than metal it feels very solid and well put together. The high speed USB ports are a plus so this dock will certainly not be your limiting factor when it comes to speed. I received this product in exchange for an unbiased review.
Written by a customer while visiting startech.com
Customer Rating
5
Best of Both Worlds (desk and travel)
on February 16, 2023
Posted by: AndrewXS
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have several docking solutions for when I travel, they are usually small, have few/limited ports and awkward to plug a lot of things into. This adapter is physically larger, so the ports are spaced out, yet still has a wrap-around USB-C cable that magnetically clicks into place, and isn't overly heavy so I can still travel with it. The case is plastic and not metal, and has all the ports I regularly use/need, and the placement of these ports is well thought out. So this feels at home at a desk or in a travel bag. My only comment would be that if I was to use this for exclusive desktop use, it really should have a locking port! :)
Written by a customer while visiting startech.com
Customer Rating
5
Great USB-C travel Dock
on January 4, 2023
Posted by: Mike T
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Having the ability to use dual monitor support on a USB-C travel compact dock it ideal. The compact size and light weight give the road warrior the ideal dock to use when traveling. Also the ability to have the USB-C cable connected and stored is a plus so I do not need an additional cable.
Written by a customer while visiting startech.com
Customer Rating
5
Excellent portable dock!
on January 3, 2023
Posted by: Shahid
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was able to solve my docking station problem with this device in one go. There can only be one USB-C line plugged into my laptop. To the docking station and USB hub device, I connected the power cord, HDMI cable from monitor 1, VGA cable from monitor 2, wireless keyboards and mouse USB, webcam, phone charging cable and headphones.
In addition to three video outputs (HDMI, VGA, and USB-C), the compact USB Type-C Docking Station also has two USB-A data ports and an Ethernet port. A USB-C power adapter connected to the USB Power Delivery pass-through port allows the dock to operate on bus power alone or with a USB-C power adapter that provides complete laptop and USB-C peripheral charging. DisplayPort, HDMI, and Ethernet connections worked well and were stable. Wireless devices (keyboard and mouse) were easily connected using USB ports.
The device enhances network performance and security, with features such as MAC address passthrough, USB Event Monitoring, Windows Layout, and Wi-Fi Auto Switch; compatible with USB-C, Thunderbolt 3/4, Windows, Linux, and ChromeOS.
Overall, it is a solid performer and makes connecting your laptop to several peripherals quick and easy by plugging in one cable for all. It is compact enough to move around, but we use it at our desks. I highly recommend this product.
Written by a customer while visiting startech.com