StarTech.com Universal USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station
Model: 132UE-TB4USB4DOCK
Tagline: Hard-to-find made easy®
Image: A silver, rectangular docking station with multiple ports visible on the front.
Overview
Designed to maximize performance and future-proof your workspace, this universal USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 docking station is Thunderbolt certified, ensuring reliable connectivity and an optimal user experience.
Push productivity boundaries with four 4K 60Hz displays on Windows laptops with 12th Gen Intel CPUs (or later) and DP 1.4 with DSC. Older systems still benefit from flexible dual or triple monitor configurations.
Experience dual extended 4K displays on MacBook Air and Pro with M3 or M4 chips (clamshell mode required for M3) and on MacBooks with M1 / M2 Pro or Max processors. For Macs with base M-series processors, only a single display is supported.
Includes a full-featured 180W power adapter that allows the docking station to charge your laptop with 98W Power Delivery, while still providing sufficient power for the downstream USB 2.0 port, compatible with BC 1.2 up to 7W (1.5A) for charging battery-powered USB devices like tablets and smartphones.
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Applications
- Use at hot-desk workstations to accommodate user notebooks
- Charge tablets and smartphones from the USB-A B.C 1.2 port
- External access to SD/mSD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards
Features
- Universal USB4 and Thunderbolt Dock: High-performance plug & play docking station for Windows and macOS. Compatible with Intel, Apple Silicon, AMD, Snapdragon X, and Copilot+. Ideal for mixed device types and notebook refreshes.
- Four Displays on Windows: Supports up to 4 monitors at 4K 60Hz on Windows laptops with 12th Gen Intel CPUs and later with DP 1.4 DSC. Supports 2 or 3 screens on systems without DSC. Supports triple and dual display with older systems without DSC.
- Dual Display on Mac: Supports dual extended 4K 60Hz monitors on MacBook Air/Pro with M3 or M4 chips (clamshell mode required for M3). For MacBook Pro with M1/M2, dual extended display is supported only with Pro or Max chips.
- 98W Power Delivery: Equipped with a power adapter that allows the docking station to charge your laptop (98W PD) and power all available ports; The USB 2.0 port provides 7.5W (1.5A) for charging mobile or battery-powered devices.
- The IT Professional's Choice: Tested in our Innovation Lab to ensure reliability and cross-platform compatibility; Built for large-scale deployments, Windows 11 upgrades, and the transition to AI-enabled PCs.
Specifications
Hardware
| Warranty Terms | 4K Support | Fast Charging Port(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Years | Yes | Yes |
Performance
| Supported Displays | Audio | Interface | Bus Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Yes | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Compatible Lock Slot | Industry Standard | Chipset ID | Wake On Lan | Max Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Standard Slot (K-Slot), Kensington Nano Slot | Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, Secure Digital (SD) 4.0 UHS-II, 2.5GBASE-T / 1000BASE-T / 100BASE-T / 10BASE-T, USB Power Delivery 3.0 | Intel - JHL8440, Cypress - HX3PD, Parade - FL5801, Realtek - RTL8156BG, Genesys Logic - GL3231S, Realtek - ALC4030U, Realtek - RTD2188, Cypress - CCG5, TI - TPS2546 | Yes | 40Gbps |
Data Transfer
| Max Digital Resolutions | Type and Speed | UASP Support | Supported Charging Outputs | Compatible Networks | PXE | Full Duplex Support | MTBF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Display: Up to 7680 x 4320 60Hz Dual Display: Up to 2x 3840x2160p 60Hz Triple Display: Up to 3x 3840x2160p 60Hz Quadruple Display: Up to 4x 3840x2160p 60Hz | Thunderbolt 4 - 40 Gbit/s | Yes | BC 1.2 (1.5A) | 2.5G/1G/100Mbps/10Mbps | Yes | Yes | 10,000 hours |
Video performance, such as resolution and refresh rate, are also dependent upon the video capabilities of the host computer. Some computer manufacturers, such as Dell, disable Display Stream Compression (DSC) on some of their models reducing overall video performance.
Connectors
| Connector Types |
|---|
| 2 - HDMI (19 pin) |
| 2 - DisplayPort (20 pin) |
| 1 - USB 3.2 Type-A (9 pin, Gen 2, 10Gbps) |
| 1 - USB 2.0 A (Fast-Charge, 4 pin) |
| 1 - USB 3.2 Type-C (24 pin, Gen 2, 10Gbps) |
| 2 - USB 3.2 Type-A (9 pin, Gen 2, 10Gbps) |
| 2 - USB 3.2 Type-A (9 pin, Gen 1, 5Gbps) |
| 1 - 3.5mm Audio (4-Position, Speakers + Mic, CTIA) |
| 1 - microSD |
| 1 - SD / MMC |
| 1 - RJ-45 |
| 1 - Thunderbolt 4 (USB 4.0) |
Software and Compatibility
Operating System Compatibility
- Windows 11
- Windows 11 ARM
- Windows 10
- macOS Big Sur (11.0)
- macOS Monterey (12.0)
- macOS Ventura (13.0)
- macOS Sonoma (14.0)
- macOS Sequoia (15.0)
Notes/Special Requirements
System and Cable Requirements
This dock works with Thunderbolt 4, USB4, or USB-C host ports. For maximum performance, using a Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 port is recommended.
DisplayPort video output ports do not support the use of passive DisplayPort adapters.
Note
- This dock uses MST (Multi-Stream Transport) to support four displays; macOS devices are limited to two external displays.
- Jumbo Frames are no longer supported in macOS.
Indicators
LED Indicators
- 1 - Power Button LED (Green): Illuminates when the Dock is connected to a power source and is powered on.
- 1 - LAN Port - Network Status LED (Green): Illuminates to indicate an active Ethernet connection.
- 1 - LAN Port - Network Activity LED (Amber): Flashes to indicate network traffic.
Power and Environment
Power
| Power Source | Input Voltage | Input Current | Output Voltage | Output Current | Center Tip Polarity | Plug Type | Power Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Adapter Included | 110V-240V AC | 2.5 A | 20V DC | 9 | Positive | CP (OD:7.4/ID:5.1/CPD:0.6) | 180W |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | Storage Temperature | Humidity |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to 40°C | -20 to 70°C | 0% to 95% (non-condensing) at 25°C |
Physical Characteristics and Packaging
Physical Characteristics
| Color | Enclosure Type | Product Length | Product Width | Product Height | Product Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space Gray | Aluminum | 3.8 in [9.6 cm] | 8.3 in [21.0 cm] | 1.4 in [3.4 cm] | 7.1 oz [200.0 g] |
Package Information
| Package Length | Package Width | Package Height | Shipping Weight (Package) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.1 in [23.0 cm] | 9.3 in [23.5 cm] | 3.5 in [9.0 cm] | 3.1 lb [1.4 kg] |
Package Contents
- 1 - Docking Station Thunderbolt 4/USB4
- 1 - 1m Thunderbolt 4 Host Cable
- 1 - Universal Power Adapter (EU, UK)
- 1 - Quick Start Guide
Warranty Information
| Warranty |
|---|
| 3 Years |
* Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
