How to setup the Lenovo ThinkPad USB C Dock

The ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock is a welcome innovation docking that takes users beyond tradition and into the realm of limitless potential. Experience universal compatibility with dynamic power charging max as 100w to notebooks†, automated firmware updates, next-level plug-and-play. It's perfect for mixed PC environments too, giving user's the freedom to connect any USB Type C industry standard notebooks.

Turn on and off the laptop using the dock:

† The in-box 90W power adapter charges ThinkPad and other USB-C notebooks up to 65W. For 100W charging, an optional slim tip 135W power adapter is required; sold separately.

Key Details
One dock, no limits: Engineered for performance, the ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock quickly pays for itself with increased productivity, enhanced dynamic power charging to Notebook, max 100W charging. If you can think it, your dock can do it.

One cable, no hassle: With 11+ thoughtfully placed ports, the ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock delivers unmatched performance while decluttering your desk.

Entire fleet, one manager: The ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock comes packed with basic and advanced solutions engineered to make managing an entire fleet of docks effortlessly efficient. It could support traditional IT tools like: PXE boot, WOL, and MAC address Pass Through on ThinkPad notebooks, but also provide silent firmware updates. Silent reboots. Remote device queries. It's an IT manager's dream.

Tech Specs

Color Black
Max Number of External Monitors 3
New Weight 340 g
Refresh Rate 2x 3840x2160 @60 Hz, 1x 3840x2160 @30 Hz
AC Plug Slim-tip
Warranty Type CRU
Output Power 65 W with 90 W power adapter connected, 100 W with 135 W power adapter connected
Brand ThinkPad
OS Requirements Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 7
Packed Weight 955 g
Agency Approvals FCC/ICES, CE, KCC, RCM, BSMI, VCCI, CB, cULus, EAC, TUV- Mark, Serbia Kvalitet, LoA, Israel SII, Ukraine DoC, NOM
Audio Ports 1x Combo Audio Jack
Charging Port DC-IN
USB Ports 3x USB3.1, 2x USB2.0, 1x USB-C
Video Ports 2x Display Port, 1x HDMI Port
Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet
Package Type Brown Box
Packed Dimensions (L x D x H) 210 x 158 x 75 mm
Height 30.75 mm
New Cable Length 171 mm
Depth 80 mm
Warranty Period Three Years
Maximum Operating Temperature 35 °C
Minimum Operating Temperature 0 °C
Maximum Relative Humidity (%) 95% (no Condensation)
Minimum Relative Humidity (%) 20%
Driver Needed Yes
Input Power 90 W
Physical Security Feature 2 x Security lock slot
Power Button Yes
Power Delivery Yes

#computers #itsupport #lenovo

[BerserkPlaysYT]

Great video, helped me realize I had plugged something into the wrong port. Concise and to the point, thanks!

[le_pingouinChristopher]

Thanks bro i felt so stupid after realizing i plugged in the wrong usb-c, the first cable, there was 2 of them lol

[xiamusic]

Was feeling super overwhelmed with my work from home set up until I found your video! Thank you so much!

[GeorgeM]

This video is a life saver for me after the main charging port stopped working. I did not think of using the docking station as an alternative charging mechanism until I watched this video! Thank you! (maybe I should read the manual next time :))

[pamelaleon]

What if it’s 2 desktop monitors and a laptop??

[OttosAquatics]

Thank you SOOO much! This video was a jewel! Helped me set up my dock, thank you so much!

[Brittany]

Exactly what I needed. Figured out my problem in the first 30 seconds. Thanks!

[onekapiet]

Thank you so much for this video! I was struggling with this dock for a long time untill i realized that i had plugged the power cable into the wrong port, the front one...

[VOLTRONDEFENDER]

you can also plug the dock into the charge port as well it will display through that port

[guido]

Boy very clever, clear and go directly to the argument..no frills great very helpful

[AfriTalkz]

This is such a good video. It's short, sweet, and accurate. You just gained a subscriber. 👌👌

[matthewbarbaro]

This video was helpful.. Showing that light of amber allowed me to focus where my problem was.. Thanks!

[alwaysapi]

Thank you!! It helped me set up usb doc. Very helpful.

[daianabadulescu]

Thank you. You helped me to restore an issue that i encounter with my laptop when i removed the wire to the pad and the computer. I reset the wires and came back to the connections that i want

[RR_]

So I had my power cable on the port where it shows the charger logo and it connects fine. When I power the dock, Im able to use 2 external monitors and then my laptop screen. And I was fine with that for YEARS - this is my work laptop btw and Ive been on it for the past 3 years. Today, I wanted to see if I could connect it to use my 32" monitor that I use for gaming, personal stuff, etc... and I couldnt figure it out. I came across this video and noticed that you said to plug in the power in the thunderbolt port. I did that and im ABLE TO USE 3 MONITORS AT THE SAME TIME WITHOUT USING THE LAPTOP Ive been SEARCHING for ways to do this for a while now and I was about to give up and this video solved my issue!!!! Thank you THANK YOU!

[BabyNinjaVlog]

What will be the going to that plug right side of the thunderbolt port? Cant seem to find in the internet what will plug there

[justinicy]

If it has only 1 hdmi port how can i connect dual monitors?

[richardekem]

Hello @LetmeFixIT. I initially had my USC type C cable plugged into the Port with the Thunderbolt symbol. I unplugged it and plugged it to another laptop which has a Type C port ( no thunderbolt symbol). After plugging the cable back to my regular laptop Type C port with thunderbolt symbol, I realized my monitors are not displaying unless I switch to a type C port with no thunderbolt system on my regular laptop. I believe switching to my other laptop with type c port (no thunderbolt symbol) has changed the settings. How do I get this issue resolved to have my monitors recognized when I plug to the Type C port with Thunderbolt symbol?

[plagiator]

I think I have the longer or a newer version of this docking station. I am missing a splitt cable that has a round and an usb c cable at the end. I can charge the docking station but connecting it with some regular usb c to my laptop does not work for me use the usb or any other ports. Is it really necessary to buy the splitt cable to get this work station to work again ? Thank you

[AbdulKareemAbdulRahman]

what is the port to the right of the thunderbolt usbc port at around 2:00?