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product_id: 15404851
title: "StarTech.com USB 3.0 to HDMI or VGA Adapter Dock - USB 3.0 Mini Docking Station w/USB, GbE Ports - Portable Universal Laptop Travel Hub (USB3SMDOCKHV), Black"
brand: "startech.com"
price: "R2651"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 10
category: "Star Tech.Com"
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# 5Gbps USB 3.0 high bandwidth Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port 2048x1152 max video resolution StarTech.com USB 3.0 to HDMI or VGA Adapter Dock - USB 3.0 Mini Docking Station w/USB, GbE Ports - Portable Universal Laptop Travel Hub (USB3SMDOCKHV), Black

**Brand:** startech.com
**Price:** R2651
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Power Up Your Laptop, Anywhere, Anytime!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech.com USB 3.0 to HDMI or VGA Adapter Dock - USB 3.0 Mini Docking Station w/USB, GbE Ports - Portable Universal Laptop Travel Hub (USB3SMDOCKHV), Black by startech.com
- **How much does it cost?** R2651 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/15404851-startech-com-usb-3-0-to-hdmi-or-vga-adapter)

## Best For

- startech.com enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted startech.com brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Auto-downloads drivers on Windows for hassle-free setup—get your workstation ready in seconds, no IT help needed.
- • **Blazing Fast Data & Video:** Experience ultra-responsive video output and data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps, perfect for multitasking pros.
- • **Travel-Ready Compact Design:** Lightweight and sleek, this dock slips effortlessly into your bag with an integrated cable for zero clutter on the go.
- • **Ultimate Mobile Workstation:** Transform any laptop into a multi-port powerhouse with HDMI/VGA, USB 3.0, and Gigabit Ethernet—all via a single USB 3.0 connection.
- • **Universal Compatibility Edge:** Works seamlessly with laptops, Ultrabooks, and even older MacBooks, unlocking extra screens and ports wherever you work.

## Overview

The StarTech.com USB 3.0 to HDMI or VGA Adapter Dock is a portable mini docking station that expands your laptop’s connectivity by adding HDMI or VGA video output, a USB 3.0 hub port, and a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port through a single USB 3.0 connection. Designed for professionals on the move, it supports up to 2048x1152 resolution, delivers fast 5Gbps data transfer speeds, and features a compact, travel-friendly design with integrated cable management. Compatible with Windows and many Mac systems, it enables quick multi-display setups and reliable wired networking, making it an essential travel hub for modern mobile workstations.

## Description

The USB 3.0 docking station lets you transform your laptop or Ultrabook into a mobile workstation. The portable laptop docking station adds HDMI or VGA video output, a USB 3.0 hub port, and a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port, through a single USB 3.0 host connection. The USB to HDMI docking station helps you overcome the port limitations of modern mobile computers, making it ideal for your laptop or Surface Book. By consolidating four essential connection ports into one convenient device, the travel dock is the perfect laptop accessory. The USB adapter dock features a lightweight, compact design that fits nicely into your travel bag and features an integrated host connection cable that tucks neatly into the docking stations casing. The universal docking station offers HDMI video output with audio, or VGA video output, with support for resolutions up to 2048x1152 (QWXGA). Leveraging the high-bandwidth (5Gbps) USB 3.0 interface to deliver flexible video output, a USB 3.0 hub port, and Gigabit Ethernet, you can quickly set up a multi-functional workstation. Setup is seamless and hassle-free; the travel dock will automatically download the latest driver when connected to a Windows system with an active network connection. The USB 3.0 docking station is backed by a StarTech..

Review: Works on USB 2.0 Macbooks :) - I have a 2-gen old MacBook Pro (15-inch, Early 2011, it's a quad core, still a very nice machine) which until I recieved the StarTech gizmo, I had forgot only had USB 2.0. I thought, oh no, this will never work. Then the StarTech site had no drivers and doesn't officially support Mac, double "oh no". But, I read in one of the other reviews the chipset mfr, Magic Control Corp, had Mac drivers. [The OSX System Report even says MCT USB Graphics Device]. I finally found http://www.mct.com.tw/index.php?_Page=product&mode=list&cid=21&_lang=E and downloaded the Mac driver for their model USB 3.0 HDMI Display Adapter.... downloaded, rebooted, VOILA! I now have two 24" 1080P HDMI displays! One on Thunderbolt/Mini DisplayPort and the 2nd off of USB. Sweeeet! The amazing thing is it seems to have enough bandwidth to work on the MBP's USB 2.0 AND.... I didn't have to give up a USB by getting the USB passthru model... although I don't know how much bandwidth you get, maybe enough for a mouse or keyboard. NOTE: Any of these USB video devices use the CPU to generate the video signal (I'm pretty sure that's why they recommend a quad core). On the MBP it uses around 5-7% added CPU (in my semi-scientific test of plugging and unplugging it). I use the same device on my Surface Pro at work, I'll have to look at the Task Mgr to see if there's a difference between it and a Mac. G/F
Review: Simple solution for more monitors - This is a pretty simple little device that works great! You are most likely not going to be playing Farcry on this thing, but if you want an additional display for your laptop or desktop for basic everyday use, this is a good solution. I am using it with my work laptop so that I can look at more code at once (programming). I think it uses your CPU a fair amount, when I am watching a youtube video on it I notice more CPU usage than if I were watching it on another screen so the better your CPU the better results you will most likely see with this device. I notice slightly reduced FPS for videos when compared to my other screens and when I drag a window around there is a mild "stutter" from not being able to redraw the screen fast enough, but it isn't enough to really be annoying when using it, just enough to notice. When I am typing or surfing the web on it I see no difference from my other screens. The color ect.. is perfectly fine. I am a happy customer, this is exactly what it claims to be!

## Features

- MOBILE WORKSTATION: The USB 3.0 laptop docking station adds HDMI or VGA video output, a USB 3.0 hub port, and a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port, through a single USB 3.0 host connection
- IDEAL FOR TRAVEL: This portable travel adapter features a lightweight, compact design that fits nicely into your travel bag and features an integrated host connection cable
- FAST SPEEDS: Leveraging the high-bandwidth (5Gbps) USB 3.0 interface to deliver flexible video output, a USB 3.0 hub port, and Gigabit Ethernet, you can quickly set up a multi-functional workstation
- HASSLE-FREE SET UP: The USB 3.0 display adapter will automatically download the latest driver when connected to a Windows system with an active network connection

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00NJF21TG |
| Batteries | 1 AAAA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #243,768 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2,014 in Laptop Docking Stations |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (262) |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2014 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
| Item model number | USB3SMDOCKHV |
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Product Dimensions | 6.5 x 5.43 x 1.57 inches |

## Product Details

- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** PC
- **Connector Type:** HDMI, RJ45, VGA
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 6.5 x 5.43 x 1.57 inches
- **Specific Uses For Product:** personal

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works on USB 2.0 Macbooks :)
*by G***K on June 17, 2015*

I have a 2-gen old MacBook Pro (15-inch, Early 2011, it's a quad core, still a very nice machine) which until I recieved the StarTech gizmo, I had forgot only had USB 2.0. I thought, oh no, this will never work. Then the StarTech site had no drivers and doesn't officially support Mac, double "oh no". But, I read in one of the other reviews the chipset mfr, Magic Control Corp, had Mac drivers. [The OSX System Report even says MCT USB Graphics Device]. I finally found http://www.mct.com.tw/index.php?_Page=product&mode=list&cid=21&_lang=E and downloaded the Mac driver for their model USB 3.0 HDMI Display Adapter.... downloaded, rebooted, VOILA! I now have two 24" 1080P HDMI displays! One on Thunderbolt/Mini DisplayPort and the 2nd off of USB. Sweeeet! The amazing thing is it seems to have enough bandwidth to work on the MBP's USB 2.0 AND.... I didn't have to give up a USB by getting the USB passthru model... although I don't know how much bandwidth you get, maybe enough for a mouse or keyboard. NOTE: Any of these USB video devices use the CPU to generate the video signal (I'm pretty sure that's why they recommend a quad core). On the MBP it uses around 5-7% added CPU (in my semi-scientific test of plugging and unplugging it). I use the same device on my Surface Pro at work, I'll have to look at the Task Mgr to see if there's a difference between it and a Mac. G/F

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple solution for more monitors
*by N***E on November 8, 2013*

This is a pretty simple little device that works great! You are most likely not going to be playing Farcry on this thing, but if you want an additional display for your laptop or desktop for basic everyday use, this is a good solution. I am using it with my work laptop so that I can look at more code at once (programming). I think it uses your CPU a fair amount, when I am watching a youtube video on it I notice more CPU usage than if I were watching it on another screen so the better your CPU the better results you will most likely see with this device. I notice slightly reduced FPS for videos when compared to my other screens and when I drag a window around there is a mild "stutter" from not being able to redraw the screen fast enough, but it isn't enough to really be annoying when using it, just enough to notice. When I am typing or surfing the web on it I see no difference from my other screens. The color ect.. is perfectly fine. I am a happy customer, this is exactly what it claims to be!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great, but doesn't come standard with Mac drivers
*by W***S on May 3, 2014*

I love this little device. Although it doesn't come standard with drivers for Mac, the chipset it uses is the Magic Control Technology, Corp., chipset. So, as someone else posted, you have to go the MCT website (mct . com . tw) and download the drivers for the U3-A8500 display adapter. Although it indicates it is for HDMI, it IS the one you want if you plan to use this with your Mac. I have a 15" MacBook Pro (non-retina) and it took me all of 10 minutes to open the package, connect the cables, download the drivers, install them, and reboot. The downloaded .dmg filename will be "T2-Mac-Install-m-1228.dmg". So now I have 3 monitors total: the built-in display of the MacBook, a 27" HP 2710m, and a 21" HP 20wm. I'd have given it 5 stars, but seriously, how hard is it to supply this driver either in the packaging or on the Startech website. They even put an errata sheet in the top of the box telling you to go to their website and download the latest drivers! But don't bother, as of the date of this review (5/3/2014), it is not on the Startech website. Hope you found this review helpful.

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