Clips to Your Devices USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 Port to Create a Multiport Workstation This USB-C dock with PD Charging expands the potential of your to your iPad Pro, tablet or smartphone's USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. Its ideal for transmitting 4K video and digital audio to a large display, adding a thumb drive or other USB peripheral, and powering and charging a PD Charging-compliant mobile deviceall at the same time. The built-in USB-C plug clips securely to your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 device to prevent it from becoming accidentally disconnected. Supports USB-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode for Converting Audio/Video Signals By connecting the built-in USB-C plug to a source device that supports USB DisplayPort Alt Mode, you can output 4K video and digital audio to an HDMI monitor, television or projector without installing special software drivers. Transmits Crystal-Clear 4K Video and Digital Audio The U442-DOCK15-S supports Ultra HD video resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 (4K x 2K) at 30 Hz with multi-channel sound. Connect the HDMI port to your display using an HDMI cable (such as Tripp Lites P569-Series, sold separately). PD Charging Port Charges the Connected USB-C Device The USB-C 60W Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 port provides power and charging to the connected PD Charging-compliant device (such as an iPad Pro or Android smartphone). Connect the devices AC wall charger to the USB-C PD port, which supports power input up to 20V 3A (60W). Thats sufficient wattage to fast-charge, sync and power most high-capacity devices, including an iPad. Connects a Keyboard, Thumb Drive and Other Peripherals The USB-A hub port accepts a USB peripheral, such as a flash drive, mouse, keyboard or printer. It supports USB 2.0 transfer rates up to 480 Mbps and is backward compatible with earlier USB generations. A 3.5 mm audio jack allows connection of a microphone, stereo earbuds or speakers to your USB-C device with a user-supplied cable. Allows External Memory Access The memory card slots support Micro SD and SD/MMC cards for transferring data to and from your connected computer, laptop or tablet. Both slots may be used at the same time. Ready to Use Right from the Package, So You Can Plug and Play Immediately The lightweight aluminum USB-C dock is specifically designed for use with notebooks, tablets and other devices equipped with a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. It requires no drivers or external power source. It measures about the size of a smartphone and weighs a mere 0.2 pounds, making it easy to pack into a pocket, backpack or laptop bag for multiport convenience wherever you go.