Anker PowerExpand Elite 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (APEX)

Thunderbolt 4 docking station for a wide range of tasks including full-speed charging for multiple devices, ultra-fast data transfer, and multiple screen outputs.

Product Specification

Size: Approx. 7.3 x 2.9 x 1.3 inches (18.6 x 7.3 x 3.3 cm).

Weight: Approx. 16.5 oz (467 g).

Compatibility

- Windows 10 laptop with Thunderbolt 4 ports (Intel Evo Platform)

- MacOS 11 (Big Sur) or later MacBook with OS (*Except MacBook with M1)

Case NOT Compatible with

M1 equipped or -macOS 10.16 or earlier MacBook

-Linux / Chrome OS laptop

-Windows laptop with Thunderbolt 3

-Windows laptop with USB-C without Thunderbolt 4

Note:

Docking stand sold separately.Not compatible with M1 MacBook

Multitasking in one

Connect to two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, USB-C ports with up to 20W output, two 4K capable HDMI ports, four USB-A ports, 1 Gbps Ethernet port, SD card slot, and a 3.5mm audio jack, and all functions are accessible

Port Details

Front

Thunderbolt 4 upstream port (40 Gbps, maximum output 90 W) *This product is connected to a laptop.

PD compatible USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 ports (10 Gbps, maximum output 20W, 9V = 2.25A) *Video output is not supported.

3.5mm audio jack

SD card slot (SD 4.0 / UHS-II compatible).

Reverse side

DC input port (20 V = 6 A) (*We recommend using the included AC adapter)

HDMI 2.0 ports (4K (60Hz)) x 2

Thunderbolt 4 downstream port (40Gbps, maximum output 15W, 8K (30Hz))

1 Gbps Ethernet port

2 x USB-A 3.1 Gen2 ports (10Gbps, 5V=0.9A) for data transfer.

2 x USB-A 2.0 ports (480Mbps, 5V=0.5A) for data transfer.

Equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports

The Thunderbolt 4 ports allow you to perform all your tasks like ultra-fast data transfer, multiple screen outputs, and full speed charging your laptop in one port; allowing you to maximize the performance of your laptop.This allows you to use the ports you need for other tasks while connecting this product.The Thunderbolt 4 port also supports a wide variety of specifications, including Thunderbolt 3 ports, USB4 ports, DisplayPort, and PCI Express (PCIe).

Multi-screen output

Equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports (downstream) and 2 HDMI ports, you can connect up to 3 displays simultaneously and easily multitask without switching between screens(*Does not support MacBook Air / Pro with M1 chip.)In macOS, it will appear as mirror mode when connected via HDMI port.)

Maximum resolution when connecting multiple monitors

Single monitor

Through Thunderbolt 4 Port (Downstream): 8K (7680 x 4320 px (30Hz))

Through HDMI Port: 4K (3840 x 2160 px (60Hz))

Dual Monitors

Thunderbolt 4 ports (downstream) and via HDMI ports: 4K (3840 x 2160 px (60Hz))

Triple monitor.

Through HDMI Port (Windows) : 4K (3840 x 2160 px (30Hz))

Through HDMI port (macOS): 4K (3840 x 2160 px (60Hz))

Thunderbolt 4 Port (Downstream): 4K (3840 x 2160 px (60Hz))

Wide Compatibility

This product is compatible with Windows 10 laptop with Thunderbolt 4 ports and MacBook with macOS 11 (Big Sur) and above.(*Does not support Macbook Air / Pro with M1 chip.))

FAQs

Q1:Does this product fit all laptops? Can you also see how to connect with your laptop?

A1: This product is compatible with Windows 10 laptop with Thunderbolt 4 ports, and MacBook with macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later.Not compatible with Linux or Chrome OS laptops and Windows laptops with Thunderbolt 3 and MacBook with M1.

Q2:Which cable should I use to connect with laptop?

A2: We recommend using the included Thunderbolt 4 cable.If you need to use another cable for reasons such as lost, then Anker Thunderbolt 4 cable is the answer.

Q3: Is this product possible to charge the laptop while using?

A3: This product can output up to 90W via the front Thunderbolt 4 port (shown by the laptop icon).The output is dynamically distributed between the Thunderbolt 4 port and the other power port depending on the power requirements of the connected device, so charging speed is less than your laptop charger, but you can also charge your laptop.

Q4: Can this product charge my phone at full speed via USB Power Delivery?

A4:YesPD compatible USB-C port supports full speed charging up to 20W for iPhone 8 or later, Pixel 5 / Pixel 4a, S21 / S21+ / Note 20 Ultra, V40 / G7+, Xperia XZ3.Actual charging speed may vary depending on the smartphone.

Q5: How to deal with the case of dropping, black or flickering screen when connected to an external display?

A5: Immediately after connecting this product to an external display, there may be some flicker, but it is not a malfunction.After a few seconds, it will appear normally.

Please restart this product if you have any screen problems after you start your laptop or the screen problem even if you have not shut down your laptop for a long time.

Q6: How many external displays can be connected at the same time?

A6: If you use a Windows laptop with Thunderbolt 4, this product supports connecting to two external displays via HDMI 2.0 ports.In addition, it can be connected to a third external display via Thunderbolt 4 port (downstream).The resolution when connecting multiple displays can be found above to the maximum resolution when connecting multiple monitors.