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DELL

DELL Thunderbolt Dock TB15 180W

SKU CH-BK2A-8QWXX

A Thunderbolt dock adding five USB ports, HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, Mini DisplayPort, Gigabit Ethernet and audio to a notebook through one cable with 180 W power delivery

  • Measurements2.1 in × 5.7 in × 5.7 in
  • Main functionNotebook
  • Product weight25.61 oz
  • Key featuresThe Dell Thunderbolt Dock allows you to quickly connect your
  • Connect multiple displays via HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort
  • Transfer data quickly through three USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 ports
  • Wired network access using the built-in RJ-45 Ethernet connector
  • Audio in and out with line-out and microphone jacks
  • 180W power adapter charges the notebook while docked

Dell Thunderbolt Dock TB15 for Mobile Workstations

This Dell Thunderbolt Dock TB15 connects a mobile workstation to a single data and power source with an included 180W adapter. It is built for professionals who need reliable expansion without multiple cables cluttering the desk. Buyers who need more than three video outputs or additional Thunderbolt downstream ports should consider other solutions.

Compact Build with Extensive Legacy and Modern Ports

The dock measures 2.10 in by 5.70 in by 5.70 in and weighs 25.61 oz, fitting easily beside a monitor. It provides five USB ports including three USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 connections alongside HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort for versatile display options. A wired RJ-45 network jack plus audio line out and microphone ports complete the daily connectivity set.

180W Power Delivery Handles System and Peripherals

The 180W adapter supplies enough power for the host notebook and attached devices during typical workloads. With no internal fan the unit runs silently while the aluminium chassis dissipates heat passively. Normal operation stays cool to the touch even when all ports are active.

How it compares

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Price $98.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 1,970 comparable items (median $81.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model name03C56F
Size & build
Measurements2.1 in × 5.7 in × 5.7 in
Product weight25.61 oz
More details
Main functionNotebook

Questions about this item

What does the Thunderbolt 3 interface on this dock cap in practice?

Thunderbolt 3 on the TB15 carries data, video and up to 180 W of power over a single cable, limited by the host notebook's own Thunderbolt controller.

What physical space and connections does the TB15 need to sit on a desk?

The dock measures 2.10 in high by 5.70 in wide by 5.70 in deep, weighs 25.61 oz, and requires a free Thunderbolt 3 port on the notebook plus a mains outlet for its 180 W adapter.

How is the TB15 installed, and which step do people often miss?

Connect the supplied 180 W power adapter to the dock and mains, then plug the Thunderbolt 3 cable into the notebook; the step users skip is attaching power first so the dock can negotiate full bandwidth and charging.

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