Type C Charger Dock, Yilan Durable USB Type-C Charger Cradle USB C Charging Station Stand [Fast Charging] Compatible with Moto Z/Z Play, Google Pixel/Pixel XL (Silver)

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Make sure the device or dongle is connected to the USB-C port on your PC (or phone) that supports the correct Alternate Mode. For example, a DisplayPort Alternate Mode adapter should be connected to the USB-C port on your PC (or phone) that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode. It even comes with its own neat, short travel USB-C cable stored for protection, and ships with a 1m USB-C cable for normal desktop use. USB Type-C has a new feature called Alternate Modes. If your USB-C cable has this feature, you can connect to non-USB devices that support the same Alternate Mode. For example, if your USB-C cable has the Thunderbolt Alternate Mode, you can connect to Thunderbolt devices. There's no setting to turn on—your device automatically uses the appropriate mode if it's supported. Make sure your PC (or phone), the external display, and the cable all support DisplayPort or MHL alternate modes. Note that only Windows PCs are supported for dual Extended-mode displays, and then both 4K at 30Hz; Macs are limited to two Mirrored-mode displays (showing same view as the laptop’s screen), but both at 4K 60Hz.

The Alternate Mode feature must be supported on the PC or phone's hardware and software, and the connected device or dongle. You might also need a specific USB-C cable. Many powerful laptops demand more than 100 watts when in use. In these cases, USB-C may work for charging a battery when the system is off or idle but may be unable to recharge the battery and power the system at the same time. As we said, all you may see is a slower rate of battery depletion with the PC plugged into a USB-C adapter. If you have a USB-C analog audio adapter connected to your PC, unplug it, then connect a USB-C digital audio adapter instead. It also comes with both DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.0 ports for flexibility when adding an external display to your laptop.Your PC is providing power to other devices, so it has temporarily limited the power it provides to the device you just connected to.

You also get seven USB ports (one 10Gbps USB-C, two 10Gbps USB-A and four 5Gbps USB-A). The USB-C port can charge devices at a generous 15W, plenty for storage devices or just your smartphone. This comes with some major caveats. You'll need a charger that matches your laptop's wattage, and as mentioned you may be able to charge the battery a little when the laptop's powered off but not get enough power to use the computer if the battery's empty. Still, many if not most USB-C power sources are interchangeable. In fact, built-in power regulation is part of the USB-C spec, which makes mixing and matching power adapters that much easier.We do prefer the StayGo’s two included cables (although neither is integrated), as one offers a handy 1m length compared to the PNY’s fairly meagre 12cm. In short, it’s a good idea to buy cables and chargers from reputable sources and think twice about using that cable you found laying on the ground in a conference room. Looking for other home-office gizmos and gadgets? We've got a number of guides that can help, like our Best Work-From-Home Gear, Best USB Flash Drive, and Best Portable External Storage Drives roundups. There’s no card reader for adding inexpensive portable storage, but there are two dedicated video ports—both at top-end DisplayPort 1.4. It’s easy to connect two 4K displays at 60Hz but you need to install DisplayLink software to achieve this. Terms Apply. Promotion ends 3 December 2023. Items are subject to availability. Max 5 units per customer.

The Alternate Mode feature must be supported on the PC's hardware and software, and the connected device or dongle. You might also need a specific USB-C cable. Make sure the device or dongle is connected to the USB-C port on your PC (or phone) that supports the features of the device or dongle. For example, if you're connecting a Thunderbolt device, make sure it’s connected to the USB-C port on your PC (or phone) that supports Thunderbolt. Some USB-C hubs can pass power to your laptop or other device for battery charging. (Credit: Molly Flores)The device or dongle you connected to has new features for USB-C that your PC (or phone) doesn’t support.

The USB device might have limited functionality when connected to this port. Plug the USB device into a different USB port on your PC. The MHL Alternate Mode lets you project video and play audio on an external display that supports MHL. Ports: 1 x HDMI 8K, 1xHDMI 4K, 1x DP 4K, 1x USB-C (100W), 1x USB-A 3.2, 1 x USB-C 3.2, 2 x USB- A 3.0, 1 x Gigabit Ethernet, 1 x SD/Micro SD card reader, and 1x 3.5mm AUX portWhile we haven’t personally heard of any damage from using a USB-C charger other than the one that came with your laptop, there’s always a slim risk when plugging a laptop into an unknown power source. Faulty cables can also be a problem. Microsoft says that you can charge a Surface device with a USB-C port, but it’s highly recommended that you use the Surface charger that came with the laptop. Unfortunately, it doesn't come with its own cable and the 30W version only comes with a single port but it's well worth the cost. How to choose the best USB charging station The HDMI plus one Thunderbolt/USB-C port would connect two displays (4K at 60Hz for Thunderbolt laptops), while the third external display would use one of the USB-C ports (4K at 30Hz). Unless your display has a USB-C connection itself, you’ll need an adapter (not included) using the Thunderbolt and USB-C connections.