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Sale price  $219.99 Original price  $299.99
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SKU: K38131NA

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Features

True Universal Compatibility

Perfect for hot-desking and mixed deployment environments, the SD5500T works with Thunderbolt 3 & USB-C laptops running Windows or macOS. Now compatible with Thunderbolt 4 laptops at Thunderbolt 3 features.

Thunderbolt 3 Technology

Allows users to transfer up to 40Gbps of data, video and audio (10Gbps for USBC Gen2 laptops and 5Gbps for USB-C Gen1 laptops) using the included Thunderbolt 3 cable for a quick and powerful plug and play experience.

Single 4K or Dual 4K Video Output for Thunderbolt 3 Enabled Devices*

Extend visual productivity with the crisp resolution, contrast and color depth of Ultra HD (Single 4K 60Hz or Dual 4K 60Hz) via two DisplayPort ports. USB-C laptops must support Alt Mode. *For USB-C Alt Mode devices, a maximum resolution of Single 4K 30Hz or Dual 1080p @ 30Hz is supported (dual monitors are for devices that support MST). M1/M2/M3 Base Chipset MacBook supports only a single external display.

60W Power Delivery

Quickly and simply charge any Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C enabled laptop, and peripheral USB accessories, using the Thunderbolt 3 connection. USB-C laptops must support Power Delivery.

Productive Desktop Ports

Two USB-C Gen2 ports (up to 10Gbps), three USB-A ports (1 Gen2@10Gbps; 2 Gen1@5Gbps), one Gigabit Ethernet port, and one audio combo jack.

DockWorks® Compatible

Only Kensington ensures the best connection, performance, and security from your dock. Seamlessly, effortlessly, reliably, and free.

Zero Footprint Mounting Option

Maximize desktop space and reduce desktop cable clutter by mounting your docking station (optional mounting plate – K34050WW).

Kensington Security Slot

Protect your technology investment via easy implementation of a Kensington Cable Lock (lock sold separately – K65020WW or K64444WW).

At last, the perfect dock for maximum productivity and compatibility has arrived. Innovatively engineered to support mixed computing environments with high transfer speed requirements, the Kensington SD5550T Thunderbolt™ 3 and USB-C Dual 4K Docking Station plugs into the power of one – one dock for more power, more bandwidth, and more compatibility. Optimize your productivity with one of the first docks to deliver the unrivaled transfer speeds of Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gbps) while also supporting USB-C laptops (up to 10Gbps). Ideal for hot-desking, 4K workspaces, video editing, graphic design, or content creation, the SD5550T provides more speed, more pixels, more power, and more possibilities.

  • Best For: Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C Laptops and Monitors that support up to 4K
  • Connection Technology: Thunderbolt 3 & USB-C (Thunderbolt 4 laptops supported at Thunderbolt 3 features)
  • Power Delivery: Supports USB-C PD 3.0 (60W of laptop charging)
  • Compatibility: Windows 10 or above, macOS 10.14 or above
  • # of Monitors Supported: 2 (M1/M2/M3 Base Chipset MacBook supports only a single external display.)
  • Video Ports: 2x DisplayPort
  • Maximum Resolution Supported: Thunderbolt 3 - Single Monitor: 4K (4096x2160@60Hz) or Dual: 4K (4096x2160@60Hz) USB-C Alt Mode - Single Monitor: (4096x2160@30Hz) or Dual Monitors: (1920x1080@30Hz). M1/M2/M3 Base Chipset MacBook supports only a single external display.
  • Plug & Play installation without the need for drivers or downloads.
  • System Requirements: Compatible with laptops equipped with Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C ports supporting Alt Mode; not backwards compatible with Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2. Supporting up to 40Gbps total bandwidth for Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 laptops and up to 10Gbps for USB-C laptops.
  • Warranty: 3 Years
  • Original Apple M1 - While this docking station will work with the original M1 MacBook, only a single video output is supported. For multi-monitor support on your original M1 MacBook, see our Hybrid USB-C DisplayLink docking stations (ex: SD4700P, SD4750P, SD4780P, SD4900P, etc.) or USB-A DisplayLink adapters (DisplayPort K33989, HDMI K33988, DVI-I K33974). NOTE: Newer Apple devices (M1/M2/M3 Max and M1/M2/M3 Pro, etc.) are not impacted and support multiple monitors without issue on Thunderbolt docking stations.
  • Optimized for your Windows 11 docking station needs, including support for Snap Layouts and Snap Groups.
  • *This dock supports the Gigabit Ethernet standard which provides a maximum data rate of 1Gbps. Actual Ethernet speeds may vary depending on, but not limited to, Internet bandwidth, Ethernet cables, network switches, and the hardware and firmware performance of the host computer.

Product Specifications

Connection Technology:
Thunderbolt 3 & USB-C (Cross Platform Compatibility)
Driverless:
Yes
Additional Screen Outputs:
2
Video Ports:
DisplayPort
Maximum Resolution:
4K
Power Delivery :
60W
Operating System(s):
macOS, Windows
Number of USB Ports:
5
USB Fast Charging:
Yes
Docking Station Family:
The Innovator
DockWorks:
Yes (for Windows only)
Best For:
Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C Laptops and Monitors that support up to 4K
Compatibility:
macOS 10.14 or above, Windows 10 or above
USB-A Ports:
3x: (1) USB-A 3.2 Gen2 (front) with 5V/1.5A fast-charging & (2) USB-A 3.2 Gen1 (back) supporting 5V/0.9A
USB-C Ports:
2 x: SB-C 3.2 Gen2 (back) with 5V/1.5A charging per port
Audio:
1 x 3.5mm Combo Microphone & Headphone Port (front)
Data Transfer Speeds:
Supports up to 40Gbps data transfer speed
Ethernet Speed (Mbps):
10, 100, 1000 Actual Ethernet speeds may vary depending on, but not limited to, Internet bandwidth, Ethernet cables, network switches, and the hardware and firmware performance of the host computer.
Maximum Resolution Supported:
Thunderbolt 3: Single or Dual Monitors: 4K (4096x2160@60Hz) // USB-C Alt Mode - Single Monitor: (4096x2160@30Hz) or Dual Monitors: (1920x1080@30Hz)
Mounting Option:
Maximize desktop space and reduce desktop cable clutter via our optional Docking Station Mounting Bracket (K34050WW)
Warranty:
Limited 3-year warranty
Plug & Play:
Plug & Play installation without need for drivers or downloads
Security Slot Compatibility:
Kensington Nano Security Slot, Kensington Security Slot
System Requirements:
Compatible with laptops equipped with Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C ports supporting Alt Mode; not backwards compatible with Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2.
USB-C Power Delivery:
Supports USB-C PD 3.0 (60W of laptop charging)
Video Output:
2 x DisplayPort v1.2
4K Support:
Yes
Packaging Type:
Business