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M.2 NVMe® USB-C® Gen 2 Docking Station, JCD552

Increase your productivity with the M.2 NVMe® USB-C® Gen 2 Docking Station, transforming your Thunderbolt™ 3 or USB-C® compatible laptop into a dual 4K workstation with up to 10 Gbps. This high-performance dock features a M.2 NVMe®/SATA PCIe® SSD Slot to expand your internal storage space, three SuperSpeed USB™ 10 Gbps ports (one USB-C® and two USB™ Type-A), a Gigabit Ethernet port, SD™ & microSD™ memory card reader/writer, and a USB™ Type-A 5 Gbps port.

This USB-C® Gen 2 docking station supports 100W Power Delivery pass-through to power and charge your laptop, while powering all connected devices. With the built-in PCIe® M.2 SSD enclosure and extra storage you can access through an SD™ and microSD™ card, this is a must-have for creative professionals using a Mac®.

System Requirements

• DisplayPort™ v1.4 required on graphics card, cable, and video source to support 4K @ 60 Hz resolution
• Available USB-C® port(s) that supports DisplayPort™ Alt Mode and USB™ Power Delivery 2.0 or 3.0

*Please refer to the manufacturer of your computer for more information about your device

Multiple Connectivity Options for Greater Efficiency

 Dual 4K Monitor Setup

Supports up to dual 4K @ 60 Hz monitors, allowing resource-demanding applications to run on independent displays without affecting system performance
*Dual displays via two USB-C® ports supporting DP™ Alt Mode or a single 4K HDMI™ display with one USB-C® port supporting DP™ Alt Mode

Enhanced Data Storage

Built-in M.2 expansion SSD slot supports 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 M.2 NVMe® SSD with ultra-fast read and write speeds

Detachable Magnetic Connectors

Its flexible design and universal USB-C® connectors (Thunderbolt™ 3 compatible) make the docking station compatible with a wide range of devices and operating systems

Flexible Display Connections

DisplayPort™ alternate mode allows you to connect two 4K 60 Hz displays via HDMI™ and DisplayPort™ or add a single 4K HDMI™ display when the docking station is connected to only one USB-C® host

Ideal Accessory for MacBook Pro®/Macbook Air®

Great for working with graphics-intensive images and video editing

Provides Extra Connectivity for Your iPad Pro®

Physical Specifications

Special Notes

• To ensure optimal capability and compatibility for laptops with a single USB-C® port, the 2nd USB-C® host cable must be connected to the 10 Gbps USB-C® Gen 2 port on the docking station.
• A 4K-capable display is required for obtaining the 3840 x 2160 resolution
• If connected to a USB™ 3.0 (5 Gbps)/USB™ 2.0 port or if using a USB™ 3.0 (5 Gbps)/USB™ 2.0, performance may be limited.
• The dock can connect to a USB-C® port that doesn’t support Power Delivery, but it will not pass power through the connected device
• M1 MacBook Pro® and MacBook Air® only supports up to 1 external display. This single display limitation does not affect Intel® Mac®
• Two USB-C® connections provide higher M.2 transfer speeds compared to a single USB-C® connection
• We advise no more than one (1) bus-powered/portable external hard disk drive to be connected to the USB™ hub at a time. If you are using a high-powered USB™ device, attach a USB-C™ power adapter to the power delivery port for optimal performance

DUAL 4K 60 HZ DISPLAYS*

• Supports extended dual 4K displays (HDMI™ & DisplayPort™) on Intel® MacBook Pro® and MacBook Air®
• Supports single display via HDMI™ on other USB-C® compatible laptops connected via one USB-C® port

HIGH-PERFORMANCE STORAGE

• Built-in M.2 NVMe®/SATA PCIe® SSD Slot (Supports M.2 NVMe® or SATA M key 2230/2242/2260/2280) to expand storage space, convenient SD™ & microSD™ access, and one
• USB-C® 10 Gbps port to connect an external hard drive

HIGH-SPEED PERFORMANCE

• Provides three SuperSpeed USB™ 10 Gbps ports (1 USB-C® and 2 USB™ Type-A) to connect peripherals

100W POWER DELIVERY PASS-THROUGH

• Charge your laptop and power connected peripherals when used with a USB-C® power adapter

DETACHABLE MAGNETIC CONNECTORS

• The flexible design gives you the ability to connect to a variety of compatible devices

ANTI-THEFT PROTECTION

• Security slot to prevent equipment theft in a wide range of business or institutional environments

Hardware

• Audio Supported: Yes
• Host Connector: 2 - USB-C® Male
• Network Interface: RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
• Ports:
  • 1 - M.2 NVMe®/SATA slot (2230,2242,2260,2280)
  • 1 - USB-C® 3.2 Gen 2
  • 1 - USB-C® Power Delivery 3.0
  • 2 - USB™ Type-A 3.2 Gen 2
  • 1 - USB™ Type-A 3.2 Gen 1
  • 1 - 4K HDMI™
  • 1 - 4K DisplayPort™
  • 1 - SD™ & microSD™ 3.0 memory card reader/writer
  • 1 - RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
  • 1 - Security Lock Slot
• Power Source: Bus-powered
• Video Output:
  • 1 - HDMI™ Female
  • 1 - DisplayPort™ Female
• Warranty: 2 Year Limited

Performance

• Audio Channel: 2.1 via HDMI™/DisplayPort™
• Compatible Networks: 10/100/1000 Mbps
• Displays Supported: 2
• Max Data Transfer Rate:
  • 10 Gbps
  • M.2 slot - Write: 900 MB/s, Read: 925 MB/s
• Max Display Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
• Max Display Resolution: 3840 x 2160

Power

• Input Current: 5A
• Input Voltage: 20V
• Output Current: 5A
• Output Voltage: 20V
• Power Consumption: ≤ 600 mA
• Power Delivery: Up to 100W via USB-C®

Physical Specifications

• Cable Length: 0.6 in. (15 cm)
• Color: Grey & Black
• Enclosure Type: Aluminum
• Operating Humidity: < 85% non-condensing
• Operating Temperature: 32 to 118°F (0 to 48°C)
• Product Depth: 12.5 in. (318 mm)
• Product Height: 1.02 in. (26 mm)
• Product Weight: 0.83 lbs. (378g)
• Product Width: 3.14 in. (80 mm)
• Storage Humidity: < 85% non-condensing
• Storage Temperature: 14 to 149°F (-10 to 65°C)

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• 1 - Quick Installation Guide (QIG)