OWC has introduced a fresh docking solution called the Thunderbolt Pro Dock, and it's mainly designed for wired network connections. This dock features an Ethernet port offering a peak data transfer speed of 10 GBit/s, enabling quick and easy access to network storage devices. It connects to other laptops or compatible systems through Thunderbolt 3, and it can charge connected devices with up to 85 watts, but this depends on the device's capabilities. Special plugs are used to secure the cables, which helps decrease strain on both the plug and the cable.
Monitor Connections
Users can link monitors using Thunderbolt 3 and DisplayPort 1.4, which allows for 8K display output at 60 Hz. Alternatively, it can support two 4K screens at the same refresh rate. The dock also accommodates traditional USB devices, featuring three USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports that provide a maximum data transfer rate of 10 GBit/s, along with an additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 port with identical speed. For memory cards, there are two slots that support classic SD cards as well as CFexpress 2.0-B cards.
Compatibility and Pricing
The OWC Thunderbolt Pro Dock is compatible with devices running macOS, Windows 11, and Windows 10, and it can also be used with iPads. Currently, the price starts at $349.99.
