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Plugable USB C Docking Station 5 Monitors, 140W DisplayLink Dock Connects up to Five 4K Displays for MacBook Windows Thunderbolt 4 Laptops, 2X HDMI, 3X USBC 2.5Gbps Ethernet, Driver Required DL7400
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Plugable USB C Docking Station 5 Monitors

Bottom line: The Plugable USB C Docking Station 5 Monitors: Drives 5x 4K 60Hz or 3x 8K 30Hz displays from one USB-C port; main trade-off: displayLink driver install required; manual setup on macOS 14+.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Drives 5x 4K 60Hz or 3x 8K 30Hz displays from one USB-C port
  • ✓ 140W laptop charging plus 30W device charging over a single cable
  • ✓ DisplayLink lets base M1/M2/M3/M4 Macs run 5 4K screens
  • ✓ 2.5Gbps Ethernet beats the 1Gbps port on most rival docks
  • ✓ DockTag on-screen display shows dock status, asset info, and a support QR

Cons

  • ✗ DisplayLink driver install required; manual setup on macOS 14+
  • ✗ No HDCP support, so Netflix and Hulu will not play through it
  • ✗ HDMI 2.1 port caps 8K at 30Hz, not 60Hz

SpecPicks Verdict

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Key Features

  • The 5 Display Dock at a Glance: Recognized as the MacWorld Editor's Choice "Best DisplayLink Dock for 5 Displays,” the UD-7400PD Plugable docking station drives up to 5 high-res displays (3x 8K, or 1x 8K + 4x 4K), with up to 140W laptop charging + 30W device charging, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, USB and USB-C ports. It’s what multitasking would look like if multitasking multitasked
  • Extend to 5x 4K Displays: The USB-C docking station offers 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 8K 30Hz), 1x HDMI 2.0 (4K 60Hz), and 3x USB-C DisplayLink (4K 60Hz each) so you can extend to up to 5x 4K 60Hz screens or 3x at 8K 30Hz. Note: The DisplayLink software application must be installed on a Windows or Mac computer for the dock’s HDMI video outputs to function. This process is typically automatic on Windows, manual install required on macOS.
  • Made for the IT Pro: The UD-7400PD comes equipped with DockTag On Screen Display (OSD) to quickly display the dock’s status, asset details, and a QR code for fast access to set up instructions and support resources
  • Incredibly Compatible: DisplayLink (driver required) universal docking station features HDMI & USB-C video ports. Works with video-enabled USB-C or Thunderbolt Windows 10+ or macOS 14+ hosts; even base M1/M2/M3/M4 Macs can connect 5 4K displays. Note: HDCP video (Netflix, Hulu, etc.) not supported
  • Lifetime Support: This USB-C and DisplayLink Docking Station has been designed with reliability at its core and was built to meet the deployment demands of IT departments and the ease of use necessary for home offices. Includes lifetime support from our North American team of connectivity experts

Full Specifications

BrandPlugable
ColorSpace Grey
Wattage140
Unit Count1 Count
ConnectivityUSB-C
Model NumberUD-7400PD
CompatibilityMac
Input Voltage21 volts
Built-In MediaUSB C Dock 5 Monitors
Mfr Part NumberUD-7400PD
Number of Items1
Number of Ports11
Total USB Ports7
Total Usb Ports7
Total HDMI Ports2
Hardware InterfaceUSB Type C
Warranty Description2 year limited parts and labor warranty
Item Dimensions L x W x H3.7"L x 8.3"W x 0.7"H
Total Number of HDMI Ports2
Global Trade Identification Number00819927013488
Full listing titlePlugable USB C Docking Station 5 Monitors, 140W DisplayLink Dock Connects up to Five 4K Displays for MacBook Windows Thunderbolt 4 Laptops, 2X HDMI, 3X USBC 2.5Gbps Ethernet, Driver Required DL7400

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