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Thunderbolt Docking Station with Dual Screen output - recommendations?

Discussion in 'Apple Desktop Hardware/Software' started by Mistikal, Feb 17, 2025.

  1. Mistikal

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    I've been given the task at work to try and find a docking station that supports dual output for screens that isn't going to cost an arm and a leg.

    Currently we've been purchasing the Caldigit TS3 units, but they're becoming more and more expensive as each day passes.

    Requirements:
    - Power Delivery to charge the MacBook Pro (predominantly A2991s)
    - Dual 4K Screen Output over HDMI/DP/miniDP (will settle for USB-C if no alternatives found)
    - Minimum 3x USB-A, prefer all 3.0 but not critical as it is for kb/mouse/headset
    - Minimum 1x USB-C
    - Local Australian supplier, the company refuses to use Amazon/etc

    I did purchase an Infinity DKRA100 through mwave, as the marketing/etc eluded to the fact that it will support dual screens and has macOS support, but during testing we can only get one HDMI output and the Infinity Support Team have not been too helpful.

    Any assistance is appreciated.
     
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    Dell WD22TB4. but you can use one native display connector on the dock, and another from the daisy-chained tb4 port on the dock with a usb-c cable or adapter.

    Most docks wont do dual monitor on Macs due to lack of DP MST support
     
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    Thank you - this looks like a great solution. Will get one in and perform some testing.
     
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