UDS015D Docking Station Dual Monitor for M1 MacBook Pro/Air /USB C Windows Laptops

Please ensure your laptop with a full-function(support charging, data transfer, and video output) USB-C port or Thunderbolt 3/Thunderbolt 4 port. If not sure, please let us know.

Please note: If your laptop's USB C port cannot support Display Alt Mode, you can only extend 2 monitors via HDMI 2 and VGA ports.

Please ensure your laptop with a full-function(support charging, data transfer, and video output) USB-C port or Thunderbolt 3 port. If not sure, please let me know.

Compatible Laptops(not a full list):

MacBook Air:

Retina 13-inch 2018/2019 MacBook Air; 13" 2020 MacBook Air M1; 13" 2022 MacBook Air M2

MacBook Pro:

13" 2016/2017/2018/2019 MacBook Pro; 13" 2020 MacBook Pro M1;13" 2022 MacBook Pro M2; 14" 2021 MacBook Pro M1 Pro; 14" 2021 MacBook Pro M1 Max; 15" 2016/2017/2018/2019 MacBook Pro; 16" 2021 MacBook Pro M1 Pro; 16" 2021 MacBook Pro M1 Max

Dell:

Dell New XPS 15 i7 64GB 2TB SSD/XPS 15 9570 (Intel 8th Gen CPU)/9550/ 9560; Dell XPS 13 9380/ 9370/ 9365/ 9360/ 9350/ 9300/ 7390 2-in-1/ 7390; Dell XPS 12 2-in-1 9250; Dell Precision 7750/7730/7720/7520/7510/5590/5510; Dell Latitude 7280/5580/5490/5480/5290/5285; Dell Latitude E7490/E7480/ E7470/E7370/13 E7370L/13 7000; Latitude 5310 2-in-1/Latitude 14 2-in-1 3400; Dell Alienware 15 R3/G7 15 Gaming 7588/G5 15 Gaming 5587/13 R3; Inspiron 15 2-in-1 7569/13 2-in-1 7389/13 2-in-1 7378

HP:

HP Specter x369/Spectre x360 13t/15/15t; Spectre Laptop 13-af001TU/Spectre Folio (13t-ak000cto); Elitebook x360 1030 G3/Elitebook 840 G5 series/Elitebook 830 G6/ 2018 HP Elitebook 800 G4/ Elitebook 745 G6/Elitebook X2; Envy Geforce mx250/ Envy x360 Laptop (15z-ds100)/ENVY 13 (13-ad000,13-ad100) Series; Zbook 17 G4/Zbook 16 G6/Z book 15u G3/Zbook studio z5; HP Probook 440 G7/ ProBook 450 G7; HP Chromebook-14-db0030nr/HP Chromebook 14A G5

Lenovo:

Lenovo Thinkpad T590/Lenovo ThinkPad L480/Lenovo Yoga 940-14IIL / Yoga 930/ Yoga 920/ Yoga 910/ Yoga 900-13ISK/ Yoga 730/ Yoga 720-13IKB/ Lenovo Yoga 720/ Yoga 370/ 3rd generation Thinkpad Yoga/ Yoga C930 / Yoga c940/ Yoga C740-15IML/ Yoga 7i / Yoga15 Ultrabook Pro ; Thinkpad T490/ Thinkpad T490s/ Thinkpad T470/ Thinkpad T470s/ Thinkpad P72/ Thinkpad X1 Carbon (2019 model) / Thinkpad Carbon X1 Gen6/ ThinkPad X1 Extreme

Asus:

Ling Yao 3/ Ling Yao 3PRO/ Ling Yao X Series/ 13'' Zenbook/ UX330UA; Zenbook ux434f/ Zenbook flip ux370u/ ZenBook Flip 14 UX461UN-DS74T/ TUF Gaming A15 Gaming Laptop/ Zephyrus G14/ Rog GX501

Surface:

Surface Pro 7/Surface Laptop 4 / Surface Laptop 3/ Surface Book 2/ Surface Go/ Surface Pro X

Acer:

Acer Aspire 5 2019/D17w3 Aspire c24-865/Swift 1 laptop/Swift 7 sf714-52t-75r6 laptop

• Wide Compatibility with macOS & Windows: Our usb c docking station triple display work with all full-function USB C or Thunderbolt 3/4 Windows or MacBook laptops, such as MacBook Pro 2023-2016, MacBook Air 2023-2018, Mac Studio 2022, MAC mini, Dell XPS13/15, Lenovo Thinkpad, Samsung Galaxy S9/S9+, etc. If you're not sure the compatibility, please let us know and we will be happy to help you check if the docking station is compatible with your laptop.

• Triple Display USB C Docking Station: With this usb c dock triple display, you can achieve up to triple monitor display. You can enjoy dual monitor with 4K high-definition picture quality via 2 HDMI ports, for an exceptional visual experience. Note: HDMI2 and VGA won’t work if the driver isn’t installed.

• Versatile Power Options for Any Task: Choose the ideal power supply for your needs – our USB C dock offers both 65W and 100W options. Opt for the 65W power supply for stable usage and up to 60W charging, perfect for daily work and device charging. Alternatively, the powerful 100W adapter is a game-changer for those seeking rapid charging speeds and seamless multitasking, enhancing your overall workflow. Seamlessly switch between tasks, enjoy smoother workflows, and experience fewer interruptions throughout your busy day.

• 13 Expand Port: This TOBENONE 3 monitors docking station USB C extends your laptop's single USB C port to external 13 Ports for daily use. It's equipped with 2 4K HDMI, VGA, PD 3.0 Type-C, 4 USB 3.0, RJ45 Gabigit Ethernet, SD/TF card reader, and 3.5mm Audio ports to enlarge your workspace.

• MUST KNOW: Must install the “InstantView” driver on your laptop to ensure proper media display functionality. Couldn’t get HDMI 2 and VGA ports to work until the driver was installed. For macOS, the driver needs to be allowed "screen recording". You cannot view media streaming platforms like iTunes, HBO, Amazon Prime, Netflix or Disney+, YouTube TV, Udemy, etc. Note: The INSTANVIEW app doesn't store or record any screen content really.

MODEL NUMBER: UDS015D

COLOR: Grey/Silver

DRIVERS

HDMI 1 is plug and play, HDMI 2 and VGA are driver-based.

Driver Download

FEATURES

Front:

1 x USB-C: Connect to host

1 x LED indicator

1 x SD&Micro SD Card Reader: Read: 50-104MB/s, Write: 30-80MB/s

1 x  Audio In&Out: Connect headphones and microphone

4 x USB3.0 Type-A: Ultra-fast connect devices up to 5 Gbps

Back:

1 x HDMI 1：

4Kx2K 60Hz / 3840x2160 (work separately while the source is DP1.4)

4Kx2K 30Hz / 3840x2160 (work separately while the source is DP1.2)

1 x HDMI 2 (driver-based) : 4K x 2K @30Hz / 3840x2160

1 x VGA (driver-based) : Up to 1080P 60Hz

1 x USB-C PD3.0: Connect to the power supply. 

1 x Gigabit Ethernet: Max support Gigabit 1000 Mbps

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

10.31 x 7.76 x 2.32 inches, 12.3 ounces

QUICK GUIDE

User Manual

PACKAGE INCLUDES

UDS015D docking station (color: gray/silver optional)

3.3ft USB-C cable

power supply (65W/100W optional)

GUARANTEE

2 Year Warranty

Q: How to use Dual or Triple monitors with my MacBook or Windows laptop?

A: 

1> Please ensure your laptop with Thunderbolt 3/4 port or full-feature USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery. You can check your laptop's user manual or contact your laptop’s manufacturer to confirm the USB-C port function of your laptop. If your laptop only supports data transfer and power supply, you can only extend the dual monitor via HDMI 2 and VGA.

2>Please connect the power supply to the PD port so all devices can run more stable.

3> Please make sure you have installed and initiated InstantView to display. (When using the dock to extend dual or triple display for your macOS laptop, the app will require a screen recording permission to capture pixels and send them to your external monitors: Apple Menu-->System Preference--> Security&Privacy->select "Privacy" tab->Scoll to find" Screen Recording" and check "macOS InstantView")

4> Please attach the USB C cable to the docking station "Host" port and the full-featured port or Thunderbolt 3/4 port of your laptop.

5> Please attach others devices to the dock such as the monitor.

 

Q: Do I need to install any drivers to use the dock?

A: This USB C docking station can extend your laptop to dual or triple monitors that require an InstantView driver to provide your USB C notebook display!!!

Q: How to install initiate InstantView to display?

A: 

1> Firstly, connect the docking station to the laptop via USB C cable, and you will see a disk named "INSTANTVIEW"

2> Double click and open the file, according to your system choose the proper application and complete the driver installation within seconds

3> For macOS, the app will require a screen recording permission to capture pixels and send them to your external monitors: Apple Menu-->System Preference--> Security&Privacy->select "Privacy" tab->Scoll to find" Screen Recording" and check "macOS InstantView"

Q: Does this dual monitor laptop dock require a DisplayLink driver to run the 3 extended displays?

A: The HDMI2 and VGA port in this dual monitor laptop dock are worked based on the displaylink driver.Please install the driver before you use the dock and please ensure the USB C port of your laptop support display.

Q: Does this support non M1 mac's?

A: This driver-based docking station also supports non-M1 MacBook（such as MacBook Air 2016-2021, MacBook Pro 2016-2021）

Q: Does this usb c triple monitor laptop docking station work with m1 macbook air or is this intel only?

A: This USB C triple monitor laptop docking station can work with M1 MacBook Air.

Q: My laptop has usb c port for data transfer and charging,can I use this Macbook pro dock to extend dual monitor?

A: Yes, you can use this dock to extend dual monitor, but the HDMI1 cannot work.Please install the displaylink driver before you use the HDMI2 and VGA.

Q: Hello, how it works with macbook air m1, works with two hdmi monitors? separately?

A: This laptop docking station dual monitor is a driver-based docking station. You can install InstantView to display two HDMI monitors. HDMI1 is plug and play, HDMI2 and VGA are driver-based.
If HDMI 2 and VGA port cannot work, please follow the below instruction to install initiate InstantView to display:
1> Firstly, connect the docking station to the laptop via USB C cable, and you will see a disk named "INSTANTVIEW"
2> Double click and open the file, according to your system choose the proper application and complete the driver installation within seconds
3> For macOS, the app will require a screen recording permission to capture pixels and send them to your external monitors: Apple Menu-->System Preference--> Security&Privacy->select "Privacy" tab->Scoll to find" Screen Recording" and check "macOS InstantView"

If you cannot find the disk named "INSTANTVIEW", you can download it from the link: https://www.siliconmotion.com/product/cht/Graphics-Display-SoCs.html. Firstly, please click the download button at the top. Secondly, please pull down to find the driver named“SM76x driver” and click download. Thirdly, please choose to download and install the appropriate version according to the system of your laptop.

NOTE: The INSTANVIEW app doesn't store or record any screen content.

Q: Using with windows, do i need an extra usb c power source for this usb c dock? my laptop has a 120w adapter that is not usb c

A: This USB C laptop dock goes with a 65W power supply, please attach the power supply to the PD port for a stable usage.

Q: Will it supply enough power for macbook pro (normal is 87w, this offers only 60w) and if all three monitors come separate (no mirror)?

A: Generally speaking, it is enough for MacBook Pro (normal 87W), but it may be affected by the number of external devices you connect. If it isn't enough charge for your laptop, you can connect your laptop's power supply to the PD port.

Q: How many cables are included with this product?

A: There are 2 USB C cable for this laptop docking station, one for connect to the laptop and dock, one for power supply.

Q: Does the power supply included support 220V?

A: The 65W power supply coming with this driver-based docking station support 220V.

Q: After getting the two external monitors working, I disconnected the laptop and now the driver based ports aren't working. Any advice?

A: Please follow the below step to check whether can work or not.
Please remove all cables--reboot your laptop--attach the USB C cable to the dock and the laptop--attach the power supply to the PD port--attach other devices to the dock such as the monitor.
If still cannot fix it, please contact our support team via support@tobenone.com

Q: Can hdmi 2 and vga be rotated as external monitors? seems like hdmi 1 can only be rotated?

A: Due to the limitation of the chip used in the docking station, the HDMI 2 and VGA video ports currently do not support rotation. Only HDMI 1 can support rotation.

Q: What are the dimensions? is this the same size footprint as a mac mini m1?

A: The dimensions of the this docking station is 10.31 x 7.76 x 2.32 inches. The size footprint of this laptop docking station is smaller than the mac mini m1.

Q: 3.5mm audio/microphone plug-slot doesn’t work

A: Please try to unplug the earphone, and replug it into the 3.5mm audio jack.
If your laptop runs a Windows&Chrome OS, please try the below steps:
>1 Unplug and replug the headset, make sure the headset is connected to your Audio slot tightly
>2 The steps to set up the Audio play: System Preferences → Sound → to select the sound output device (Built-in Speakers is computer sound, Display is monitor / TV sound, USB is headphone sound).

If your laptop runs a Mac OS, please try the below steps:
>1 Set the sound by clicking the apple icon-->system preference-->sound-->choose a device to play the audio
If it still cannot fix, please contact us via support@tobenone.com. We provide 2 years warranty for our docking station

If you have any questions, please let us know via support@tobenone.com.

1. How to Troubleshoot “macOS InstantVIew.app” is damaged issue 

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2. UDS15D is a driver-based docking station. HDMI1 is plug and play, HDMI2 and VGA are driver-based. If HDMI 2 and VGA port cannot work, please follow the below instruction to install initiate InstantView to display:
1> Firstly, connect the docking station to the laptop via USB C cable, and you will see a disk named "INSTANTVIEW"
2> Double click and open the file, according to your system choose the proper application and complete the driver installation within seconds
3> For macOS, the app will require a screen recording permission to capture pixels and send them to your external monitors: Apple Menu-->System Preference--> Security&Privacy->select "Privacy" tab->Scoll to find" Screen Recording" and check "macOS InstantView"
NOTE: The INSTANVIEW app doesn't store or record any screen content.

3. If you cannot find the disk named "INSTANTVIEW", you can download it from the below steps:
Step 1: Search “SM76x Driver Download” on Chrome (such as Google)
Step 2: Click "SM76x Driver Download - Silicon Motion"
Step 3: Choose a properly operating system according to your laptop
Step 4: Click the “download” and install
Step 5: Please drag macOS/Windows/Android InstantView to the applications folder and run it from the applications folder

4. If HDMI 1 port has no video output when using this triple display USB C docking station:

1>Please make sure your MacBook or Windows laptop's USB C port support video output and use the standard cable(HDMI to HDMI/DP/VGA cable and VGA to VGA/HDMI/DP cable).
2>Please check the connection is correct. You can follow the below step to have a try to check whether can work or not: Please remove all cables--reboot your laptop--attach the USB C cable to the dock and the laptop--attach the power supply to the PD port--attach others devices to the dock such as the monitor.