ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock User Guide
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Contents Chapter 1. About the dock . . . . . . . 1 In the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Supported resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Configure the external displays . . . . . . . . 7 Use the Ethernet connector . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Chapter 2. Set up the dock . . . . . . . 5 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . 9 Install the dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Install the dock driver and firmware . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1. About the dock Thanks for using ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock. ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock is an enhanced universal compatible module to help you expand your computer with automated and silent updates. You can use it to connect your computer (Microsoft® Windows® 10 only) to a local area network (LAN) and multiple devices, such as a headset, external displays, and Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. To view the compatible computers, 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/accs-guide.
Product overview USB-C connector (for connecting computer) Connect to your computer with the accompanying USB-C cable. Power connector Connect to ac power with the accompanying ac power adapter and power cord DisplayPort® connector Connect to an external display with a DisplayPort cable. USB 3.2 connector Gen 2 Connect a compatible device to transfer data at USB 3.2 speed, up to 10 Gbps. USB 2.0 connector Connect a USB device, such as mouse. USB 2.0 connector Connect a USB device, such as keyboard.
Power button Press to turn off or turn on the dock. Security-lock slot Support cable locks that conform to the Kensington / Lenovo NanoSaver® lock standards (using Cleat locking technology). Security-lock slot Support cable locks that conform to the Kensington / Lenovo MicroSaver® lock standards (using Tbar locking technology) or MiniSaver® lock standards (using CleatTM locking technology). Audio connector Connect a headset or headphones with 3.5 mm plug.
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Chapter 2. Set up the dock Install the dock Use the accompanying ac power adapter, power cord, and USB-C cable to install the dock. The dock supplies power to the computer when the dock is connected to ac power and your computer. Install the dock driver and firmware The dock driver and firmware is preinstalled on compatible computers and the dock is ready for use after you connect it to ac power and computer.
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Chapter 3. Use the dock Use the video output connectors The dock has three video output connectors to support up to three external displays: • Two DisplayPort connectors (support DisplayPort 1.4) • One HDMI connector (supports HDMI 2.
To view the functions supported by your computer, go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/accsguide. Select Network function support – Option Compatibility Matrix. Then follow the on-screen instructions.
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting General 1. The dock does not work after connected to my computer. Ensure that: • You use the accompanying ac power adapter, power cord, and USB-C cable. • The dock is powered by its power adapter. The dock always needs an external power adapter for operation. • The dock driver is installed on your computer. • The USB-C connector on your computer works well. 2. The function of wireless keyboard or mouse (2.4 GHz) is interrupted. The mouse pointer lags or does not move.
• Disconnect and reconnect the display cable. 4. The colors of the images on the external display are not correct. • Ensure that the display cable is securely connected to the dock. • Adjust color settings of the external display. See “Configure the external displays” on page 7. 5. The computer can play back flash content. However, when I drag the window to the external display and maximize the window, the playback stops. Update your Adobe Flash Player program to the latest version.
Appendix A. Accessibility information Documentation in accessible formats Lenovo provides electronic documentation in accessible formats, such as properly tagged PDF files or HyperText Markup Language (HTML) files. Lenovo electronic documentation is developed to ensure that visually impaired users can read the documentation through a screen reader.
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Appendix B. Trademarks LENOVO, the LENOVO logo, THINKPAD®, and the THINKPAD logo are trademarks of Lenovo. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. DisplayPort is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. USB-C is a trademark of USB Implementers Forum.
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Part Number: SP41B88172 Printed in China (1P) P/N: SP41B88172 *1PSP41B88172*
