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[Used] Targus USB-C Universal Dual Video 4K Laptop Docking Station DOCK180AUZ, Dual Display for M1 Mac $70 Del @ UN Tech

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[Used] Targus USB-C Universal Dual Video 4K Laptop Docking Station DOCK180AUZ, Dual Display for M1 Mac $70 Del @ UN Tech
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Associateduntech on 28/06/2023 - 18:46 untech.com.au (2372 clicks)
Last edited 13/07/2023 - 15:03

Hi Everyone,

Good number of Targus Docks. Works with windows and mac both. Can do dual display on m1 MacBook via Display Link

Supports dual 4K Ultra HD monitor video via 2 DisplayPort (DP 1.2a) and 2 HDMI (HDMI 2.0) ports; and is Thunderbolt 3 compatible

Detailed specs: https://www.amazon.com.au/Targus-Universal-Docking-Charging-…

Few other suitable docks
Lenovo Thinkpad Thunderbolt 3 Dock 40AC PSU & TB3 Cable $70 Delivered
https://www.untech.com.au/products/lenovo-thinkpad-docking-s…

Microsoft Surface Dock 1661 $60 Delivered
https://www.untech.com.au/products/microsoft-1661-surface-do…

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  • JeremyDealFiend on 28/06/2023 - 19:05

    Thats insanely cheap, wonder why its so low

  • kazzman on 28/06/2023 - 19:06

    Hi, do any of these support display link?

    • JeremyDealFiend on 28/06/2023 - 19:06

      Whats benefits of DisplayLink?

      • ihfree on 28/06/2023 - 19:12

        You want to use more displays than your machine supports. Eg. M1 Macs only support 1 external display.

      • incipient on 28/06/2023 - 19:12

        A base M1/M2 won't do dual displays natively, so needs displaylink.

    • ihfree on 28/06/2023 - 19:13

      Have a read of the description -

      Can do dual display on m1 MacBook via Display Link

  • AceKiller97 on 28/06/2023 - 19:13

    Thanks OP, been waiting for a good thunderbolt 3 dock for my apple silicon MBP.

    • netsurfer on 28/06/2023 - 19:24
      +1

      It is a dated Thunderbolt dock and it is questionable whether it is worth it if you care about 4K. If you don't, then it might be okay.

      • CptnObvious on 28/06/2023 - 20:13

        How does a MBA or MBP handle 4k? Windows ultrabook goes into overdrive once connected into one.

        • AceKiller97 on 29/06/2023 - 10:26

          I have the M1Max MBP and it runs its inbuilt ~4k120Hz monitor, 1x external 4k120Hz monitor, and 2x external 4k60Hz monitor like a dream.

  • Savvy on 28/06/2023 - 19:23
    +1

    Lenovo or Targus? Thoughts pls

    • netsurfer on 28/06/2023 - 19:42
      +8

      Targus:

      • This is essentially two DisplayLink adapters in the dock. It's used (not brand new) so that's why the price is low. Thing is, if we go purely by the specs, DP 1.2a and HDMI 2.0, it's better to assume 4K is SDR only. I haven't done any research on DisplayLink product so I don't know whether DisplayLink released a newer gen of chipset (my guess would be yes).
      • It really is for M1 or M2 Macbook Air or Macbook Pro 13 users who really want 2 external displays (and don't care about HDR, gaming or any 3D rendering tasks). Also, willing to deal with waiting for drivers when a new Mac OS is released.
      • Thunderbolt 3 compatible. Honestly, any USB-C/USB 3 is Thunderbolt "compatible".

      Lenovo:

      • One of the objectives to go Thunderbolt is to get USB 3.2 gen 2 ports on the hub, rather than just USB 3.0 / 3.2 gen 1 ports.
      • It appears to indicate: 2 x 4k@30hz via display ports, 1 x 4k@60hz via Thunderbolt OR 2 x 4k @60hz via display ports.
      • As much as I want to give this the benefit of doubt that it is the newer Thunderbolt 3 chipset, based on the specs, I am uncomfortable to believe that's the case.
      • If this is DP 1.2 based, it is basically using first gen chipset. If so, it just doesn't feel right for Apple Silicon based devices unless you just want any Thuderbolt 3 hub.
      • Savvy on 28/06/2023 - 19:52

        Thank you ns for your detailed response
        For windows…which would you go to? Thanks

        • willyroo on 28/06/2023 - 20:01

          Heaps of used Dell WD15 docks on eBay, good for Windows laptops - with USB-C PD + TB.
          Some may need a firmware update - HDMI limited to 1,080i unless updated.

        • netsurfer on 28/06/2023 - 21:33

          Need to be more specific, desktop or laptop?

          Honestly, for Windows, if you have a proper GPU, use DisplayPort or HDMI. Thunderbolt isn't that great (it's PCIe gen 3 x4 only). For gaming, with VRR, are you really going to get VRR to work properly via Thunderbolt? Laptop, it once again depends on whether the laptop has a nVidia or AMD GPU and whether it has Thunderbolt, USB 4 or just USB 3.2 gen 2.

          From Lenovo Web site:

          Enter the ThinkPad Setup program (BIOS) and go to the Config menu. Select Thunderbolt(TM) 3 —> Security level —> No Security. The dock will be enabled automatically.

          If you don't have a ThinkPad, then you need to know how to setup the equivalent. If you don't know what that is about, then you really need to think twice whether you want to buy that.

          DisplayLink with Windows, other than just playing around / trying things out, it is something I would avoid. These products are mostly for Mac users only a very limited budget.

      • Associateduntechsupport @ UN Tech on 28/06/2023 - 20:05

        Hey, thanks for that. You are right. I have made the correction. They can only do 2 x4k@30hz via display ports

  • ShadowStealer7 on 28/06/2023 - 19:28

    Works with Steam Deck?

    • Davesday on 28/06/2023 - 20:44

      No it doesn't. Steam Deck requires a USB-C Alternate Mode dock to work.

  • jazeng on 28/06/2023 - 20:13

    anyone shed some light on the difference between these and a usb c dock? just more adapters?

    • Associateduntechsupport @ UN Tech on 28/06/2023 - 20:22

      These are usb-c dock. Not exactly sure what you mean here

    • Davesday on 28/06/2023 - 20:49

      Assuming both products are a desktop docking station. The DOCK180AUZ is a DisplayLink type dock that runs over USB-C connection. So if you have a laptop with USB-C port that does not support video output (very rampant during the early days of USB-C), you can still use this product to display to 2 monitors. However DisplayLink uses USB graphics technology where it compresses video frames and sends it over USB connection. As a result it uses CPU resources for that. However this is likely not a problem if you have a recent system. DisplayLink drivers have come a long way where it is no longer as CPU intensive as some of the processing is now hardware accelerated.

    • netsurfer on 28/06/2023 - 21:47

      The DisplayLink one (Targus one) is USB-C based.

      The Lenovo one is Thunderbolt based. To use the Thunderbolt one, you must have a Thunderbolt port 3/4 or USB 4 port. Otherwise, the dock most likely won't work. Thunderbolt 3 in theory has up to 4X the bandwidth. However, that's only if displays are being used. Furthermore, I am guessing that one has an old chipset so 40Gbps isn't quite true.

  • FizzBalls on 28/06/2023 - 20:40

    Any that could do 4K 120 hz hdmi and run my 240hz monitor from the laptop ?
    Wouldn’t mind adding my lounge room pc set up to the tv but I’ve already got a 240 hz monitor running from the display port.

    • Davesday on 28/06/2023 - 20:51
      +1

      None of the docks mentioned today can support 4K high refresh rate. You're better off getting a highspeed USB-C to DP8K cable connected directly between your laptop's USB-C port and monitor. This is assuming your laptop's USB-C port can output 4K high refresh rate and it is connected to the dGPU.

  • GoodDeals21 on 28/06/2023 - 21:51

    Ordered Lenovo
    Thanks OP

  • Spacexyz on 28/06/2023 - 22:36

    So which one suits Apple silicon the best?

    • grang on 29/06/2023 - 01:09

      M1 Air (vs the pros) can only handle one screen.
      So the lenovos won't work (I use them)

      The only thing that can help the M1s Air (And I think the M2 air is the same limitation) is to use the DISPLAYLINK software that can do dual screens PLUS the laptop. Targus seems to have the display link software and you can reaeed the reviews on Amazon - basically says glitchy issues were fixed with new software/firmware versions. Make sure you download both TARGUS drivers AND displaylink drivers.

      I use the Displaylink at the office and I run 3 screens - Laptop plus to Full HD screens.
      At home I use the lenovo and a 40" 4K screen I run at 60 hz, and have to use a displayport to get that refresh rate (HDMI is only 30hz).

      hope that helps. I just bought the targus as a home option in case I go back to two external screens.

      • Spacexyz on 29/06/2023 - 09:16

        Thanks!

  • grang on 29/06/2023 - 00:35
    +1

    Great price. I just paid $99 less $5, 94 bucks for the Lenovo dock USB-c V2 like this one (refurbished, looks like new) and $149 for the Lenovo usb C windows only one new.

    $70 bucks is a steal if grade A!!!!

  • KingUltra on 29/06/2023 - 07:08

    Can anyone vouch for the Targus whether it can output dual 4k60 via usb-c? I don't have thunderbolt.
    Understand that display link is able to do this.

    • Jume on 29/06/2023 - 10:32

      I got the 190 recently from eBay - only difference is the power output I think. And I’m running 2x 4K at 60hz via displaylink.

      Only problem I have is protected videos are playing with a black screen. It’s a known displaylink issue they have to solve.

      • KingUltra on 29/06/2023 - 18:35

        Thanks @jameshong
        The synaptics chipset page notes:
        The new USB-C connector works seamlessly with DisplayLink USB graphics and docking, enabling two full 4Kp60 displays from a single USB connection. As only a simple driver is required, the DL-6950 provides support for dual 4Kp60 displays over any USB 3.x interface, such as USB-A, Micro-A or USB-C, as well as other non-PC platforms such as Mac, Chrome OS, Ubuntu or Android

        https://www.synaptics.com/products/displaylink-graphics/inte…

  • mrjayviper on 29/06/2023 - 11:29

    Is this universal? I had a targus thunderbolt dock that worked with a macbook pro but does NOT work with a Dell Latitude with thunderbolt. Thank you.

    • grang on 29/06/2023 - 14:25

      that seems strange. Thunderbolt is an independent standard. as is USB C.

      Was not possibly a driver issue (usually a driver is not needed, but could be especially if display link is used)

      • netsurfer on 30/06/2023 - 17:45

        Thunderbolt has a reported vulnerabilities, so Intel patched them. However, depending on the Thunderbolt chipset, BIOS and driver / software, it can be too strict. Dell has hinted disable a setting in the BIOS when using some of their Thunderbolt docks.

        Intel branded devices tend to have less issue. Not sure about Apple (which can probably be considered as Intel devices). I do notice Apple's default settings are more consumer friendly whereas for Windows, the default can be more for reliability (in case you want to suddenly disconnect the Thunderbolt) but can lead to a bit of frustration if the user is unaware of what Windows and M/B or laptop maker did.

  • gambino on 30/06/2023 - 19:04

    any shipping updates?

  • venusozb on 01/07/2023 - 18:48

    Yes op any shipping update?

  • temmanuel on 06/07/2023 - 01:31

    Would this work for dual monitors, 1440p 60hz and 1080p 60 hz? Any chance of 1440p 144hz too.

  • venusozb on 07/07/2023 - 23:49

    My question is also the same @temmanuel

  • venusozb on 08/07/2023 - 01:14

    @temmanuel Yes it should work, you should install DisplayLink Manager tool. I configured mine is working great.

  • spark84 on 13/07/2023 - 19:10

    Thanks OP! Bought one, and has made my work laptop a one-cable wonder 😊

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