SATECHI Triple 4K Docking Station, USB C Docking Station 13-in-1, with 100W PD, 2 DisplayPort, 3 HDMI, 4 USB-C, USB-A, Gigabit Ethernet, and Audio Jack - for MacBook and Windows

Adquirí este dispositivo confiando en que no sería necesario utilizar los cuatro puertos USB-C de mi MacBook Pro, pero lamentablemente, la experiencia no ha sido la esperada. Siguiendo las instrucciones del manual, conecté el equipo y, para mi sorpresa, resultó en el daño de uno de los puertos USB-C de mi ordenador. Inicialmente, supuse que se trataba de un incidente aislado. Sin embargo, al intentar conectarlo a un segundo puerto USB-C, este también se dañó, quedando inoperante. Lejos de ser la solución que buscaba para mis necesidades de conectividad, este dispositivo ha generado complicaciones adicionales, dejándome con solamente dos puertos USB-C disponibles: uno para el monitor y otro para la carga. Ha sido una experiencia realmente decepcionante. I purchased this device trusting that I wouldn't need to use all four USB-C ports of my MacBook Pro, but unfortunately, the experience hasn't met my expectations. Following the instructions in the manual, I connected the equipment and, to my dismay, it resulted in damaging one of the USB-C ports on my computer. Initially, I assumed it was a fluke. However, upon attempting to connect it to a second USB-C port, that one was also rendered inoperative. Far from being the connectivity solution I was looking for, this device has instead caused further complications, leaving me with only two available USB-C ports: one for the monitor and another for charging. It has been a truly disappointing experience.

I really wanted to like this dock, but even with only 2/3 video ports connected to 4k monitors, it got super hot. As a result, USB connections began to stutter (mouse, 1080p webcam). Displays sporadically flickered as well. Unacceptable for a dock this expensive

There aren't many options out there for a triple 4k display for Mac, if you have a niche need like I do for work, then this is a great docking station for you. Using the DisplayLink software you are able to use a third monitor. DisplayLink technology creates a "fake" display buffer in RAM, sends the data out over a slower interface to the Satechi dock with DisplayLink custom chips that put that data back onto a "legacy" interface. Worked flawlessly once set up and I didn't notice any lag or stutter. The docking station also includes plenty of ports you can use along with audio jack/ethernet port. This is the perfect 1 stop solution for your mac laptop, and even better if you want to have triple 4k display.

Right up front, I'm not going to waste your time with 2000 words detailing the specifications like another reviewer. I suggest going to the company website to get a full understanding of the specs. I'm here to describe my experience using the device. Realistically, 3 1/2 stars. This is the second dock I have from this company. The first one has some kind of issue, and the display connections did not work correctly, but this one is working fine. There are a few shortcomings. However, it does work as described. ► On the upside, as with most docks available today, there was no need to install drivers or do any configuration/teching other than set up the monitors using the Windows options. One option this dock has that others don't is the power button located on its top. I like this idea; why should a device like this sit and use power when nothing is going on? Physically, this is larger than some competitors' options, which means taking up valuable real estate on the desktop. ► I have had zero problems running three monitors via the dock. It does offer three HDMI connections while also offering two Display Port connections alongside two of the HDMI ports, so technically, I could run two DP and one HDMI monitor or a combination thereof, but at least one of the three MUST be HDMI. ► The dock does have three USB Type-A ports, but two are USB 3.0, and one is USB 3.1. ► There are two USBC ports available for connecting to devices, but again, one is USB 3.1, and one is USB 3.0. There is no 10Gbps USB 3.2 connection. ► On one end is a USB C port, which is used to connect to a laptop. This could have been better engineered. Having it on the end means I have cables on three sides, and this makes things messy. ► I do get true gigabit data speeds on the built-in NIC, even with three monitors and USB devices connected. ► Audio, when connected to the Aux port, is good. I have not noticed any noise or distortion. ► PD power delivery is just under 100 watts when other USB items are plugged into the dock, which require power, things such as external drive enclosures. ► The AC adapter is rather large, but it needs to be in order to supply the power that's required to run many, or at least keep them from draining too much battery power, laptops that use USB power connections. Like all docks, this does get warm when running with multiple monitors and USB connections. Along the bottom outer edge are vents, but none at the top to allow for airflow to properly cool the dock. The biggest problem with this dock is the price; as I write this review, it's selling for $470.99, which is way more than a compatible Plugable dock with more options and USB 3.2 connectivity plus other options. So overall, it provides decent features, but I'm not impressed with the cost, considering it has zero USB 3.2 connectivity and a limited number of USB ports in general.

I tried the Satechi Triple 4K Docking Station with my M2 MacBook Pro (14 inch, model A2779). As noted in the description, DisplayLink is required to run two or three monitors through the dock. Without the DisplayLink software, one external monitor will be recognized regardless of how many are plugged into the dock. The docking station has its own power brick and it supports pass-through charging. The dock itself has a power button to turn it on and off. The data cable to connect the dock to the computer is detachable. I like that because cables wear out, and if this one does, I can just use another USB-C data cable. I’m not stuck with a dock I can’t use because the cable is perma-attached. I also like that there are two USB-C ports and a USB-A port on the front of the dock. The top of the dock is a soft-touch silicone that is a dust magnet. Within the first day of use, it was speckled with dust. I really wish the top of the dock was the same hard plastic as the bottom, so that it would be easier to clean.