Kensington Launches Thunderbolt 4 Quad 4K Dock With DisplayLink and MagPro Elite Magnetic Privacy Screen for MacBook

[Nomad76]

Kensington, a worldwide leader of desktop computing and mobility solutions for IT, business, and home office professionals, is greatly enhancing the visual productivity of MacBook users with today's launch of the SD5900T EQ Thunderbolt 4 Quad 4K 40 Gbps Dock with DisplayLink Technology.

Ideal for busy professionals juggling multiple tasks and projects, the powerful and stylish dock unlocks the full potential of the MacBook by providing support for up to four external displays, 40 Gbps data transfer speeds, up to 100 W (96 W certified) charging for the MacBook and connected accessories, and a 16-in-1 design. Optimized to support MacBook running macOS 11 or above, the SD5900T leverages the power of Thunderbolt 4 and DisplayLink technology to expand the user's visual workspace, boost productivity, and provide a future-proof solution for the MacBook workstation.



Features and benefits of the SD5900T EQ Thunderbolt 4 Quad 4K 40 Gbps Dock include:

• Quad 4K with Flexible Video Connections - Supports up to quad 4K @ 60 Hz for MacBook M1/M2/M3 with Pro and Max chipsets, and M3 base chipset with laptop lid closed. Also supports up to triple 4K @ 60 Hz for base M1/M2 chipsets. Features two Thunderbolt downstream and one DisplayPort ports for plug-and-play video. Two HDMI /DisplayPort options are available with DisplayLink
• Designed for MacBook - The SD5900T delivers the power of Thunderbolt 4 and is optimized to support MacBook with M1, M2, and M3 chipsets running macOS11. The elegant design mirrors the midnight blue aesthetic of the latest MacBook.
• Thunderbolt 4 Hybrid Technology - Thunderbolt and DisplayLink technologies combine to provide up to 40 Gbps of data, video, and audio, and provide daisy chain support for SSDs, monitors, and other Thunderbolt devices. Peripheral devices are blocked for unauthoized access to system memory using Intel VT-d DMA protection.
• Up to 100 W (96 W certified) Charging - SD5900T powers the MacBook while also charging connected accessories including iPhones, AirPods, and Apple watches. KonstantCharge charging enables connected devices to charge even when the MacBook is undocked.
• 16-in-1 Design - To work more efficiently and connect to a variety of setups, SD5900T incorporates 16 connection options including: two Thunderbolt 4 ports capable of data, video, and audio, one USB-C 2 Gen2 10 Gbps, one USB-A 3.2 Gen2 10 Gbps, two USB-A 3.2 Gen1 5 Gbps, two HDMI /DisplayPort, one DisplayPort, one 3.4 mm combination audio jack, one SD card reader, one Micro SD card reader, and one 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port.
• Sustainability Attributes - The aluminium in this product contains 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content (The outer casing of the docking station is made of aluminum. Excludes bottom case, PCBA, and any related inner components.)
• Zero-Footprint Mounting Option and Security Cable Lock Slots - To promote a tidier workspace, the SD5900T can be mounted out of the way using an optional mounting bracket (K34050WW). Compatible Kensington cable locks (K65020WW or K65021WW) protect the device from theft.

Kensington Security Solutions Protect MacBook Users from Theft of Data and Device
The addition of the new SD5900T expands Kensington's family of MacBook solutions designed to enhance productivity, security, and connection in the office, at home, or on the road.

Designed for mobile and remote professionals, MagPro Elite Magnetic Privacy Screen for MacBook Pro 14" (K58370WW) and MacBook Pro 16" (K58371WW) narrow the viewing angle of the screen to +/- 30 degrees, greatly reducing the chance of unauthorized viewing and protecting sensitive data from visual theft.

Other features and benefits of the MagPro Elite Magnetic Privacy Screens include:

• Seamless Magnetic Attachment - MagPro easily and conveniently attaches to the MacBook Pro frame with magnets without the need to use inconvenient and potentially damaging adhesives. Even with the privacy screen attached, the MacBook Pro can close completely to enter sleep mode.
• Blue Light Reduction - The privacy screen filters out up to 30% of harmful blue light rays, easing eye strain and reducing the chances of blue light interrupting natural sleep patterns.
• Low Reflective Coating - Reduces glare from outside light sources fo improved viewing clarity.
• Reversible Viewing - One side has a matte finish to reduce glare and fingerprints. The other side is glossy and provides a clearer view of the monitor.

Compatible with new 14- and 16-inch Macbook Pro, the Kensington Laptop Locking Station 2.0 with MicroSaver 2.0 Lock is designed to provide a simple, but effective, locking solution for laptops without security slots. The locking station requires no hardware modifications to the laptop, securing the laptop to prevent theft while preserving the laptop's aesthetics and hardware warranty.

"The SD5900T and MagPro Privacy Screens are prime examples of Kensington's dedication to bring to market high-quality, reliable, high-performance accessories that unlock the full potential of the powerful MacBook platform," explained Lisa Schuiteboer Shuler, Manager of Product Marketing, Global Marketing at Kensington. "These are the latest additions to the rapidly-growing portfolio of product solutions designed to enhance security, productivity, and connection for Apple users."

The Kensington SD5900T EQ Thunderbolt 4 Quad 4K 40 Gbps Dock with DisplayLink Technology is covered by a three-year limited warranty and professional support, and MagPro Elite Magnetic Privacy Screens are covered by a limited two-year warranty. The products are now available in North America through multiple channels, including Amazon and other online retailers.

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[trsttte]

Anytime I read DisplayLink:

 

[SOAREVERSOR]

Anytime I read DisplayLink:

It's needed for Macbook airs. Some of their older SOCs do not support multiple monitors short of DisplayLink (there are Windows laptops as well with this issue) hence they mention the M1 SOC. If you don't need it, you don't have to use it. But it's a way to get more screens than non pro/workstation laptops support. Quad 4k is a lift.

When I last had to install hundreds of Kensington docks the raw reality was some laptops needed display link software and some did not. It varied from model to model. Display link was a good thing for us as a lot of the executives liked the form factor of the M1 macbook air and didn't know it wouldn't handle two monitors no matter what the resolution. The Pros of course did not have this issue.

I still consult from time to time (but I'm my own boss now) and more and more buisness want out of Windows and into MacOS. Not only is the younger generation pretty much on Mac, anybody with any remote status at high level firms gets a Mac. Windows is for the peons and those who can make an exception case in which they are basically asking for a workstation that costs as much as a car.

As such even if a large portion of your assets don't need it you still buy something that does support it and is Mac centric. Shit I was on a contract to start moving parts of the US DOD to Mac with a strictly linux backend. "Windows is Winblows and for morons" is common now, and gamers are considered morons, specifically PC gamers.

 

[aktpu]

It's needed for Macbook airs.

You don't need something that doesn't work

Displaylink sucks donkey balls and Apple has broken it before in minor updates