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Startech 2 port dual displayport kvm switch12/25/2023 ![]() I’ve been making use of StarTech’s Dual-Laptop dock for the better part of a week as I juggle back and forth between my work and personal laptop throughout the day. Luckily this is a simple case of navigating to StarTech’s website and downloading the device drivers for a quick install. If you’re the multi-machine, multitasking sort then StarTech’s dock offers the invaluable solution of a quick switch button to shift all your peripherals and display back and forth with ease - though you will need to do a bit of prep work first if you’re not using a Windows device. StarTech Dual-Laptop USB-C KVM Dock: Performance Once again, the Dual-Laptop USB-C dock makes its desired usage abundantly clear, it’s strictly business on this one. It’s not a terrible selection of ports, but it’s by no means extensive - lacking SD card readers, non-DisplayPort video solutions, and any front-facing power delivery for charging additional devices such as a phone or tablet. StarTech’s dock also features two lock slots on the left-hand side capable of housing Kensington, Noble Wedge, and Nano security locks for increased desktop security. 2 x DisplayPort 1.4 outputs (supports displays up to 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ45).(Host 2) Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, up to 95W/45W of Power Delivery).(Host 1) Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, up to 95W/45W of Power Delivery).The front of the dock features an array of USB and audio ports including: Let’s take a look at those ports in further detail. Switching devices between primary and standby modes is as simple as pressing the “Select” button on the front of the dock- instantly swapping your standby machine for your primary along with all 10 ports and display outputs. Whichever device is currently active will be granted a mix of 10 USB, display, and audio ports to make use of including two DisplayPort 1.4 outputs that can support external monitors at up to 4K resolutions. ![]() StarTech’s dock can play host to two USB-C laptops simultaneously with a combined Power Delivery output of 135W (95W to the active host and 45W to the standby host). StarTech Dual-Laptop USB-C KVM Dock: Ports and connectivity It may be plastic, but it’s bend-resistant, offering next to no flex under pressure, and likely to effortlessly survive any knocks or bumps it may encounter at a busy workstation. However, I’d have a fairly difficult time with it, considering how sturdy it is. There are some curves and slopes going on here with the dock’s corners, and a carved edge around the lip of the lid does inspire a deep curiosity in me to see what happens if I wedge a screwdriver in the gap and try to pop the “lid” off to peer inside. While I couldn’t call it premium, that’s not to say the dock’s chassis is by any means cheap. ![]()
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