StarTech.com USB-C™ 10Gbps & USB-A Triple 4K Monitor Hybrid Dock - DP and/or HDMI - 85W PD
Quick-Start Guide
Product Diagram
Product Diagram (DK31C3HDPD and DK31C3HDPDUE)
Front View
Diagram shows ports labeled 1 through 4.
- Port 1: USB-C Charge Port (5Gbps)
- Port 2: USB-A Charge Port (5Gbps)
- Port 3: Audio Input/Output Port (3.5 mm 4-position headset audio jack)
- Port 4: Power Button
Rear View
Diagram shows ports labeled 5 through 12.
- Port 5: DC Power Input Port (Type-M barrel connector, 20V 7.5A)
- Port 6: USB-C Host Port (USB 3.1 Gen 2, Power Delivery 3.0 Specification, Charge Host USB-C Laptop with up to 85W)
- Ports 7, 8, 9: Video 1, 2, and 3 Ports (DisplayPort or HDMI)
- Port 10: RJ45 Port (for network connection)
- Ports 11 & 12: 10Gbps USB-C Peripheral Port and 5Gbps USB-A Peripheral Ports (USB 3.1 Gen 2 and Gen 1 respectively, bandwidth shared)
Side View
Diagram shows ports labeled 13 and 14.
- Port 13: Mounting Holes (Mount the Docking Station to the underside of a Desk or to a Wall)
- Port 14: Lock Slot (Connect a K-Slot Style Locking Device to Deter the theft of your Docking Station)
Port Functions
Port | Function |
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1 USB-C Charge Port | Connect a USB-C Peripheral or charge a Mobile Device. USB 3.1 Gen 1. Transmits power and/or data. Supports BC1.2 9V/2A (18W) charging. |
2 USB-A Charge Port | Connect a USB-A Peripheral or charge a Mobile Device. USB 3.1 Gen 1. Transmits power and/or data. Supports BC1.2 5V/1.5A (7.5W) charging. |
3 Audio Input/Output Port | Connect a Headset or Speakers for audio input/output. 3.5 mm 4-position headset audio jack. |
4 Power Button | Power the Docking Station on and off. Integrated LED Indicator is illuminated white when the Docking Station is powered on. |
5 DC Power Input Port | Connect the Universal Power Adapter to supply power to the Docking Station. Type-M barrel connector, 20V 7.5A. |
6 USB-C Host Port | Connect to a USB-A or USB-C Port on a Host Laptop using the USB-C Cable (with Attached USB-C to USB-A Adapter). USB 3.1 Gen 2. Power Delivery 3.0 Specification. Charge Host USB-C Laptop with up to 85W. (Optional) Connect a Screw Locking USB-C Cable (sold separately). |
7 Video 1 DisplayPort Port / Video 1 HDMI Port | Connect a DisplayPort Enabled Display Device or Connect an HDMI Enabled Display Device. |
8 Video 2 DisplayPort Port / Video 2 HDMI Port | Connect a DisplayPort Enabled Display Device or Connect an HDMI Enabled Display Device. |
9 Video 3 DisplayPort Port / Video 3 HDMI Port | Connect a DisplayPort Enabled Display Device or Connect an HDMI Enabled Display Device. |
10 RJ45 Port | Connect a CAT5e/6 Cable to a Network Device (e.g. Router, Switch, Modem, etc.) to establish a network connection. |
11 10G USB-C Peripheral Port & 12 10G USB-A Peripheral Port | Connect a USB-C and/or USB-A Peripheral. USB 3.1 Gen 2. Bandwidth is shared between the two Ports. |
12 5G USB-A Peripheral Ports | Connect up to two USB-A Peripherals. USB 3.1 Gen 1. Bandwidth is shared between the two Ports. |
13 Mounting Holes | Mount the Docking Station to the underside of a Desk or to a Wall. |
14 Lock Slot | Connect a K-Slot Style Locking Device to Deter the theft of your Docking Station. |
Requirements
Depending on your Host Laptop's operating system, the required drivers will automatically be installed when the Docking Station is connected and powered on. For the latest drivers, requirements, instructions, and to view the full manual please visit: www.startech.com/DK31C3HDPD or www.startech.com/DK31C3HDPDUE.
Note: If the drivers do not automatically install, navigate to the Support tab to locate the driver installation instructions and downloads.
- (Optional) Screw Locking USB-C Cable x 1
Installation
Front Ports
- Connect a USB-C Cable to your USB-C Mobile Device for charging. Connect the other end of the USB-C Cable to the USB-C Charge Port on the Docking Station.
- Connect a USB-A Cable to your USB-A Mobile Device for charging. Connect the other end of the USB-A Cable to the USB-A Charge Port on the Docking Station.
- Connect a 3.5 mm Stereo Audio Cable to your Speakers or Headset. Connect the other end of the 3.5 mm Stereo Audio Cable to the Audio Input/Output Port on the Docking Station.
Rear Ports
- Connect the USB-C Cable (with Attached USB-C to USB-A Adapter) to your Host Laptop's USB-A or USB-C Port. Connect the other end of the USB-C Cable to the USB-C Host Port on the Docking Station.
- Note: If using a USB-A Connection from the Host Laptop, the Video 1 Ports will not work as they require DP Alt Mode.
- Connect a DisplayPort or HDMI Cable to your DisplayPort or HDMI Enabled Display Device. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort or HDMI Cable to the Video 1 DisplayPort Port or Video 1 HDMI Port on the Docking Station.
- Repeat step 3 to add additional DisplayPort or HDMI Enabled Display Device to the Video 2 and Video 3 Ports.
- Connect a CAT 5e/CAT 6 Cable to your Network Device (e.g. Router, Switch, Modem, etc.) and to the RJ45 Port on the Docking Station.
For USB 3.1 Gen 2 Peripherals
- Connect a USB-C Peripheral to the USB-C Peripheral Port on the Docking Station.
- Connect a USB-A Peripheral to the USB-A Peripheral Port on the Docking Station.
For USB 3.1 Gen 1 Peripherals
- Connect a USB-A Cable to your USB-A Peripheral and to the USB-A Peripheral Port on the Docking Station.
- Repeat step 1 to add a second USB-A Peripheral.
Side Port
Connect a K-Slot Style Locking Device to the Lock Slot.
Note: Follow the manufacturer's instructions when installing your Locking Device.
Powering the Docking Station
- Connect the Universal Power Adapter to the DC Power Input Port on the Docking Station.
- Connect the appropriate Power Cable to the Universal Power Adapter.
- Connect the other end of the Universal Power Adapter to an AC Electrical Outlet.
Compliance and Legal Information
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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Warranty Information
This product is backed by a three-year warranty. For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Safety Measures
If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
Mesures de sécurité: Si l'un des circuits imprimés du produit est visible, ne pas touchez le produit lorsqu'il est sous tension.
Misure di sicurezza: Se il prodotto ha un circuito stampato visibile, non toccare il prodotto quando è acceso.
Säkerhetsåtgärder: Rör aldrig vid enheter med oskyddade kretskort när strömmen är påslagen.