The following article is for a product that is now considered Legacy (EOL) status. Because of this, the information below may not match what is possible with current Elgato hardware and software. |
Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock has the following ports:
- 2x Thunderbolt™ (10 Gb/s, bi-directional Input/Output)
- 1x HDMI 1.4 Output (up to 2560x1600 pixels resolution, HDCP compliant)
- 1x RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
- 3x USB 3.0 (5 Gb/s, support for bus-powered devices, UASP & USB 2.0 compatible)
- 1x 3.5mm Audio Output (analog stereo, via built-in DAC)
- 1x 3.5mm Microphone Input (mono, via built-in DAC)
- 1x Power Input (DC 12V 5A)
NOTE: Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock is powered by a separate power adapter, which is included in the box.
Port locations:
On The Back:
Two SuperSpeed USB 3.0
Two Thunderbolt
One HDMI
One Gigabit Ethernet
One Power (12V 5A)
On The Front:
One Stereo Headphone output
One Microphone input
One SuperSpeed USB 3.0
Specifications
HDMI Ports
1x HDMI 1.4 Output (up to 2560x1600 pixels resolution, HDCP compliant)
The built-in HDMI port can drive a display of your choice. Whether you’re looking for a professional-grade screen to meet your standards of color reproduction, a non-glare model to cope with reflections in your office, or a display that trumps all others in size, supported resolutions up to 2560x1600 pixels have you covered.
Please Note:
The resolutions and frequencies that can be used depend on both the graphics card in your Mac and the display itself.
To find the specifications of the graphics card in your Mac, you can use the links below:
http://www.everymac.com/ultimate-mac-lookup/
http://www.mactracker.ca/
Also check the user manual of your display to see what resolutions and frequencies it supports.
Once you have connected the display to the HDMI port on the Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock, you can find out the frequencies and resolutions supported by your Mac and your display by going to System Preferences > Displays window. To view all the resolutions supported by your Mac, press the Option key and then press the Scaled option.
USB Ports
Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock has three USB 3.0 ports. Two are on the back, and one is on the front.
3x USB 3.0 (5 Gb/s, support for bus-powered devices, UASP & USB 2.0 compatible)
With three additional SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, your workspace remains organized even when you unplug your notebook. Rest assured that your backup drive is there to provide safety in the background, and don’t keep re-plugging your peripherals in and out due to your computer’s limitations. Even better, an easily accessible USB port on the front of Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock makes plugging in that client’s thumb drive a breeze, without the need to fiddle on the sides of your perfectly positioned notebook.
You can use these fast USB 3.0 ports, even if your Mac only has standard USB 2.0 ports.
Thunderbolt™ Ports
Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock has two Thunderbolt™ ports.
2x Thunderbolt™ (10 Gb/s, bi-directional Input/Output)
Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock: one to connect to your computer, and one to extend the versatility of Thunderbolt™ even further. Connect high-speed peripherals such as the Elgato Thunderbolt™ Drive+ to take advantage of unmatched performance, add a Thunderbolt™ to FireWire adapter for compatibility with your legacy devices, or connect an additional Thunderbolt™ display. You can even connect another Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock.
Ethernet Port
Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock has one Gigabit Ethernet port.
1x RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
Wired network connections are faster and more reliable than any Wi-Fi, and with Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock, you can tap into the full performance of Gigabit Ethernet. Enjoy speedy connections to your servers, uninterrupted downloads from the internet and reliable file transfers with your co-workers – without an additional adapter dangling awkwardly off the side of your notebook.
Headphone Port
Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock has one headphone port.
1x 3.5mm Audio Output (analog stereo, via built-in DAC)
Even your headphones can stay connected with the built-in, front-facing stereo audio port of Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock.
Microphone Port
Elgato Thunderbolt™ Dock has one microphone port.
1x 3.5mm Microphone Input (mono, via built-in DAC)
An audio input port enables you to connect a high-quality microphone for crystal-clear conference calls or any other project that benefits from having your voice heard.