StarTech Thunderbolt 2 Dock TB2DOCK4KDHC Dual TB2 HDMI eSATA S/PDIF Audio
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About this product
The StarTech Thunderbolt 2 Dock, model TB2DOCK4KDHC, is a docking station designed to expand connectivity for systems equipped with Thunderbolt 2. It offers a variety of ports including Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, eSATA, and S/PDIF Audio, facilitating dual 4K display capabilities. This dock is tailored for users needing high-speed data transfer and versatile video outputs through the Thunderbolt 2 interface.
Our take
This StarTech Thunderbolt 2 dock is a very niche product in today's market, primarily for users with older systems still relying on Thunderbolt 2. For that specific audience, it provides good value with its dual 4K HDMI support and additional eSATA and S/PDIF Audio ports. The Thunderbolt 2 connection offers substantial bandwidth for its era. However, if your laptop uses Thunderbolt 3 or 4, this dock isn't compatible, which is a major limitation. It serves its purpose well for legacy setups requiring a robust port expansion beyond standard USB offerings, but it's important to verify your system's port type first.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Dual 4K HDMI support
- Includes eSATA for external storage
- S/PDIF Audio output
- Thunderbolt 2 for high-speed connectivity
Cons
- Limited to older Thunderbolt 2 systems
- Not compatible with Thunderbolt 3/4
Specifications
- Brand StarTech
- Type Docking Station
- Ports Thunderbolt 2
