More screens, more speed, and more power for MacBook setups.

A: Yes, the SD5900T dock is compatible with all MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models with M-series chipsets. It supports up to quad 4K @ 60Hz for MacBook models with M1/M2/M3 Pro and Max chipsets (and M3 base chipset models with the laptop lid closed). It also supports up to triple 4K @ 60Hz for base M1/M2 chipsets.

A: Yes, for MacBook models that have at least one USB-C® port that supports Power Delivery, the SD5900T dock will deliver up to 100W charging (96W certified).

A: The SD5900T dock supports macOS 11 or above.

A: Once the DisplayLink® Manager is installed, the SD5900T dock can display up to quad 4K @ 60Hz for MacBook models with M1/M2/M3 Pro and Max chipsets (and M3 base chipset models with the laptop lid closed). It also supports up to triple 4K @ 60Hz for base M1/M2 chipsets.

A: The SD5900T dock is designed for MacBook users–delivering the power of Thunderbolt™ 4, mirroring the Midnight Blue aesthetic of the latest MacBook models, and optimized for MacBook models with M1, M2, and M3 chipsets running macOS 11 or later.

A: DisplayLink® technology is a software-based solution that enables users to connect multiple displays to their computers or laptops without relying on the device's built-in graphics processor (GPU). It acts as a virtual graphics card, allowing for seamless multi-display setups. Yes, a driver is required to effectively use DisplayLink® technology. The SD5900T will support up to two external displays for plug-and-play video. With DisplayLink®, the SD5900T dock will support up to four external displays (quad 4K @ 60Hz) for MacBook models with M1/M2/M3 Pro and Max chipsets (and M3 base chipset models with the laptop lid closed).

A: Yes, for the best experience, you will need to install the latest DisplayLink® Manager and keep it up to date. You can download the DisplayLink® Manager here.

A: Yes, you will need to configure the DisplayLink® application after you install it. To enable the application for use with the SD5900T:

• 1. Find the DisplayLink® app in your Applications folder and open it.
• 2. Click on the DisplayLink® icon in the menu bar and select ‘Preferences’ from the drop-down menu.
• 3. Find the option that says 'Launch app automatically after login’ and check the box next to this option to enable it. Close the ‘Preferences’ window.
• 4. Go to System Preferences and select ‘Privacy & Security’.
• 5. Go to the 'Screen & System Audio Recording' section and allow permission for the DisplayLink® application to access your screen.

Note: During installation, you may also see a prompt stating that the DisplayLink® Manager was blocked. Click allow to enable permission.

A: To watch videos on streaming platforms with HDCP protection while connected to the SD5900T, you will need to temporarily disable the DisplayLink® Manager:

• 1. Locate the DisplayLink® icon in your menu bar at the top right of your screen.
• 2. Right-click (or Control-click) the DisplayLink® icon and select ‘Quit’ to close the app.

This workaround will allow you to watch the video using one external monitor connected to one of these plug-and-play options: 2 x Thunderbolt™ downstream ports or 1 x DP port. When you are done streaming video with HDCP protection, simply enable the DisplayLink® Manager again to use multiple displays according to your MacBook's chipset capability.

A: The SD5900T dock has three Thunderbolt™ 4 ports – one Thunderbolt™ 4 host port for laptop charging and two Thunderbolt™ 4 DFP ports that deliver up to 40Gbps data transfer speeds and provide up to 15W of device charging. The SD5900T is a hybrid dock that offers the Thunderbolt™ 4 benefits of 40Gbps bandwidth while also enabling you to connect two additional external displays using DisplayLink® technology.

A: Yes, the SD5900T supports charging for your iPhone. The front USB-C® 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps port and the front Thunderbolt™ 4 DFP port can deliver up to 15W of charging power. Additionally, there is a USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps port that provides up to 7.5W, making it ideal for charging your Apple devices, such as your iPhone, AirPods, or Apple Watch, using either a USB-C® or USB-A cable.

A: Yes, the SD5900T dock features KonstantCharge™, which enables you to charge your devices through the ports as soon as power is supplied to the docking station, even when the laptop is disconnected from the dock.

A: Thunderbolt™ 4 DFP ports supports data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps.