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Installation, Driver installation, Hardware installation – StarTech.com USB3DOCKHDPC User Manual

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Instruction Manual

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Installation

Depending on your Operating System version and whether or not you have an active

network connection, the Docking Station may auto-install, or auto-download the

proper drivers once connected to an available USB port on the host system.
If you receive an auto-install prompt, then follow any on-screen instructions to

complete the driver installation process. If you do not receive an auto-install prompt to

install the drivers, follow the steps below to complete the installation process.

Driver Installation

Windows® / Mac®

1. Download the latest drivers from the www.startech.com website (recommended),

or insert the provided Driver CD into your computers CD/DVD drive.

2. Browse to the downloaded driver file location and run the DisplayLink “.exe”

(Windows) or “.dmg” (Mac) install application. Follow any on-screen instructions to

complete the driver installation process.

3. If using the Driver CD method, select the Open folder to view files option from

the AutoPlay menu. If AutoPlay is disabled on your system, browse to your CD/DVD

drive.

4. Run the DisplayLink “.exe” (Windows) or “.dmg” (Mac) install application. Follow any

on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation process.

Note: You may be prompted to restart your system.

Hardware Installation

1. Connect the provided Power Cord for your region (NA, UK, or EU) to the provided

Power Adapter, then to an AC electrical outlet, then connect the Power Adapter to

the DC Input on the Docking Station.

2. Connect the Docking Stations USB 3.0 Upstream Port to an available USB 3.0 port on

the host laptop using the provided USB 3.0 Cable.

3. Connect your DisplayPort and/or HDMI displays to the DisplayPort and/or HDMI

ports on the Docking Station.

4. Connect any other devices as desired, including your RJ45 network connection, USB

peripherals, headset/speakers/microphone, and laptop security cable.