TAIPEI, Taiwan, January 10, 2024 —ASUS today announced the Triple 4K Thunderbolt™ 4 Dock DC500, an all-in-one docking station designed for creators. It’s also the world’s smallest 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 dock available on the market, and requires just a single USB-C® cable to connect to multiple 4K displays, peripherals, and memory card readers to create a complete, highly-efficient creative workstation. DC500 offers Thunderbolt 4 connectivity and two HDMI® 2.1 ports, allowing users to create a triple 4K display setup, or if preferred, a single 8K monitor at 60 Hz. Additionally, the Thunderbolt 4 port offers up to 40 Gbps data transfer speeds. It features two UHS II card slots to accommodate SD 4.0 and microSD cards for quick data transfers. For added convenience, DC500 includes a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port and up to 100-watt passthrough to power the connected laptop. To ensure a tidy workspace, DC500 has an adjustable stand with locking knob that allows it to be secured on the back of a monitor or onto the edge of a desk.
Work in astonishing 8K resolution
With a Thunderbolt 4 port and two HDMI 2.1 ports, ASUS Triple 4K Thunderbolt 4 Dock gives creators the ability to multitask and work with greater levels of detail across a single 8K monitor, or a triple 4K display setup.
Wide-ranging compatibility
ASUS Triple 4K Thunderbolt 4 Dock includes a multitude of I/O ports that enable simultaneous connections to a myriad of devices, including cameras, drones, and others. Plus, it includes two card readers catering to SD and microSD cards to give users the flexibility to back up data from various devices quickly and easily.
Intel EVO-certified
ASUS Triple 4K Thunderbolt 4 Dock has undergone stringent testing to deliver the fastest, simplest, and most reliable single-cable Thunderbolt solution to connect and power various peripherals.
Superfast data speeds
High-speed data transfers are facilitated by a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, even for large files. All it takes is just 12 seconds to transfer a 20 GB image file, allowing users to get more done in less time. In addition, the upstream facing port (UFP) offers up to 100 W passthrough charging. Innovative cooling features keep internal temperatures at optimal levels to ensure the fastest data transfer speeds.
Primed for productivity
The chiseled, rectangular aluminum chassis of ASUS Triple 4K Thunderbolt 4 Dock fits perfectly under a monitor stand for a neat workstation setup. Alternatively, the dock includes an adjustable aluminum stand with a locking knob that firmly secures it to the edge of a desk or rear of a monitor.
SPECIFICATIONS
ASUS Triple 4K Thunderbolt™ 4 Dock DC500
MSRP |
$349 |
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Dimensions |
185 x 80 x 21 mm |
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Weight |
335 grams (+/-10 g without accessories)) |
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Adapter |
DC-in adapter (150 W) |
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Material |
Aluminum, Plastic |
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Upstream (Interface) |
Thunderbolt 4 cable |
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I/O Port |
1 x Thunderbolt 4 |
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Compatible OS |
Windows 10 or later, Mac OS 12.3 or later |
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IT Management |
MAC address passthrough |