Dell Thunderbolt Dock WD19TB – Overview
The all-new Dell Thunderbolt dock WD 19TB is quite apt for all your mobile workstation requirements.
You can easily connect all your favorite devices like monitors, keyboards, external displays, and other peripherals using a single cable.
Besides, this docking station can drive up to 4 QHD displays, which makes this device a class apart from its rivals.
Dell Thunderbolt dock WD 19TB – Key features and specifications
Dell Thunderbolt Dock WD19TB – Overview
Display support with Thunderbolt Input
In the case of an HBR2( high bit rate 2) PC, the Dell Thunderbolt Dock WD19TB holds the capacity to drive:
• 3 x FHD @ 60Hz
• 3 x QHD @ 60Hz
• 2 x 4K @ 30Hz
For a HBR3 PC, it can power :
• 4 x FHD @ 60Hz
• 4 x QHD @ 60Hz
• 2 x 4K @ 60Hz
This makes this device unique, as most of the docks don’t support 4K monitors at 60Hz. Even when they do, you have to use the DisplayLinkTechnology (a USB-based external graphics card) for the same purpose.
On the other side, this dual USB 3.1 gen 1 with powershare offers you a maximum resolution of 5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz with DP 1.2 Thunderbolt systems. So, you can easily connect your favorite high-resolution monitors without any worries.
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Ports availability
Dell Thunderbolt dock WD 19TB doesn’t disappoint you in port availability. There are two DisplayPort 1.2 ports and one HDMI 2.0 port on the backside.
Additionally, the HDMI 2.0 port is joined with the adjoining multifunction USB-C with alternate mode DisplayPort.
Now this means that the user can either have an HDMI or USB-C output video, as it doesn’t allow you to go with both at the same go. There’s another USB-C port at the back end that is usable for the video output.
Still, certain precautions need to be followed while using these ports. So, you may find it a bit complicated task in the first instance.
Speaking of the other available ports, you will find a 3.5 mm audio out, a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port, two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, and a power input jack on the backside.
The dock sports 1 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port, one USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A port, and one 3.5 mm combo headphone jack on the front plate.
12 ports in total will facilitate you with establishing a connection to your favorite devices and peripherals. So, there’s every chance that this dock’s future versions will be coming with some more ports and even an SD card slot, too.
Power output
Dell Thunderbolt dock WD 19TB also brings along a 180-watt power brick that can facilitate charging power of up to 130-watt to Dell notebooks (90-watt in case of other notebooks).
The other accessories and devices connected to the dock can use the remaining power output.
There’s also a built-in Thunderbolt 3 cable that establishes an uninterrupted connection with the notebook and holds a fair bit of length at 0.8 meters.
You will also find a button on the dock’s top panel that works as a replicated power button for all the compatible Dell computers.
This helps when the user needs to use the notebook with a closed lid and it’s hard to access the power button at the same time.
There’s also a modular block on the left panel, where you will see a Thunderbolt 3 cable coming out from the sides.
This is the same block that also facilitates a downstream Thunderbolt 3 port on the backside that can be upgraded for more important requirements.
The dock incorporates a similar feature to its predecessor WD19DC that delivers 210-watt power but still outscores it in terms of other high-end features and specifications.
Well, this is something that paves the way for some future upgrades from Dell, like USB 4.0 or Thunderbolt 4 support.
Bottom-line for Dell Thunderbolt dock WD 19TB
The Dell Thunderbolt dock WD 19TB is power-packed, especially for people who prefer working with two 4K 60Hz displays.
Besides, it helps you enhance your work productivity while offering all the essential ports and a whopping 130 Watts of charging power.
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See Also
How to connect a Dell laptop to a monitor using a docking station?