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The first full-featured Thunderbolt dock without a bulky, heavy power adapter, so you can go anywhere easier and connect it all with Thunderbolt and USB-C Macs, PCs, iPads, Chromebooks, and Android devices.
Highlights
- Go easier: Built-in power supply eliminates heavy power brick hassle while enabling more workflows vs bus-powered docks
- Go everything: One dock that works with all your Thunderbolt and USB-C devices
- Go faster: Enhance network-based workflows and transfer files up to 2.5x faster than standard 1GbE
- Go energized: Keep your notebook travel-ready with up to 90W charging power
- Go everywhere: Enjoy mobile connectivity with a rugged, solid aluminum heat-dissipating fanless design
- 2-Year OWC Limited Warranty
Everything. Everywhere. Easier.
While life is often full of compromises, your dock shouldn’t be.
You should be able to move your workflow from the desktop to the road easily on short notice without having to choose what device or accessory to leave behind.
Connect everything you want everywhere you call a workspace easily with the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock. Say goodbye to a heavy, bulky power adapter slowing you down. Or a bus-powered mini dock not having the complete ports you need. Simply plug the power cable of this world’s first full-featured Thunderbolt dock with a built-in power supply into a standard outlet in coffee shops, airports, vehicles, video production carts, and more to put 11 ports of connectivity empowerment at your fingertips.
Go Easier
Built-in power supply eliminates heavy power brick hassle while enabling more workflows vs bus-powered docks.
Go Connect
Add all the external storage, multiple displays, and accessories you need with (3) Thunderbolt 4 ports, (3) USB-A ports, and (1) USB-C port.
Go Manage
Rest assured you can keep your devices managed with Go Dock’s MDM compatibility.
Go Everything
One dock that works with all your Thunderbolt and USB-C devices
Go Faster
Enhance network-based workflows and transfer files up to 2.5x faster than standard 1GbE
Go Energized
Keep your notebook travel ready with up to 90W charging power
Go Everywhere
Enjoy mobile connectivity with a rugged, solid aluminum heat-dissipating fanless design
Go Connect It All
Get ahead at work and play by connecting an incredible array of past, present, and future Thunderbolt and USB devices and accessories to the Thunderbolt Go Dock. Tap into high-performance storage capacity including NVMe solutions. Record and livestream with an A/V mixer. Expand your capabilities with a PCIe expansion enclosure. Enjoy the feel of your favorite keyboard and mouse. Nearly any connectivity need you have or want is possible with a diversity of Thunderbolt and USB ports.
- Charge your laptop
- Connect one 8K / up to two 4K monitors
- Connect portable SSD storage
- Connect large desktop RAID storage
- Add an extra Thunderbolt port
- Connect / charge USB drives, accessories and devices
- Connect to IP based workflows / wired networks
- Connect a digital audio interface
- Read + Write SD Cards
- Connect two Thunderbolt daisy-chains
Turn Your Tablet into a Computer
With the Thunderbolt Go Dock, you can turn your tablet into a full computing platform with capabilities that exceed many desktop and notebook computer setups. Now you can transform one port on your tablet into 11 ports so you can read/write SD card media, share files in a blink on a high-speed network, free up your internal storage by offloading to an external drive, and work easier with a larger external display, mouse, and full-sized keyboard. You can even turn your tablet into a desktop video, audio, or podcasting recording and editing setup. The possibilities of how you can use the Thunderbolt Go Dock to redefine your tablet computing experience are nearly limitless.
When Mobile Is Better Than Portable
You want to connect it all and have it all work flawlessly. While bus-powered portable docks are great for most common uses, they can only provide so much power from the host computer. When you want to push your abilities to the max, the mobile ready Thunderbolt Go Dock’s built-in power supply gives you the juice you need. And it lets you take a fabulous diversity of connectivity anywhere easier by eliminating the need to carry around a pain-in-the-neck/shoulder/back power brick.
A Multi-Connectivity Solution for Millions
It’s a hassle trying to figure out or remember what interface your gear and computer has so you can use it all with a dock. Whether you have a Thunderbolt or USB-C Mac, PC, iPad, Chromebook, or Android device, the Thunderbolt Go Dock’s uplink port utilizes a USB-C connector to give you a multi-connectivity solution for millions of past, present, and future (yes even USB4!) computers and devices.1
A Resolutionary Idea
As a digital nomad, hybrid employee, or creative production pro, you need to be able to expand your notebook’s single display – imagine…TWO 4K displays! - for maximum productivity at a temporary work location. With the Thunderbolt Go Dock’s HDMI port and Thunderbolt technology, you can view more detail and make edits easier on up to an 8K display. Edit large format video on one 4K display while previewing the raw playback on a second 4K display. Whatever your workstation display needs, the Thunderbolt Go Dock gives you the vision to go to a higher level.3,4
Whether your computer or tablet is sporting the latest technology or is a few years loved, the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock gives you multiple options to expand your visual horizons:
14 Features. Arriving to a Workstation Near You.
The right dock makes all the difference and OWC designs the best Docks for about every need imaginable! We have over a decade of engineering experience providing the best in ports, reliability, and power delivery today. Whether for on your desktop, or on the road, the right OWC Dock provides you with the ports you need and connectivity you can count on.
2.5x Faster + MDM
Many of today’s computers and tablets either don’t provide a network port (ugh…slow low-quality Wi-Fi) or feature the older 1Gb/s standard. Now you can transfer, copy, and/or edit files and work up to 2.5x faster over wired networks and enjoy increased productivity in an IP-based workflow with the Thunderbolt Go Dock’s 2.5Gb/s Ethernet port. Or, connect to a NAS for faster data access, backup, and 4K video streaming and editing.2
With MDM compatibility, OWC Docks make Mobile Device Management a breeze. Remote manage Go Dock empowered workstations across your organization. Other docks without MDM just don’t cut it.
Ingest in a Blink
Another “one less thing to carry” benefit for you is the built-in SD card reader. Video footage and photos are a part of daily life, and the Thunderbolt Go Dock lets you ingest your creative content conveniently fast. You can also use the reader like an external drive and store or backup files at will.
Go Multiple
Transform a single Thunderbolt into dual Thunderbolt ports with the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock. Take advantage of extra Thunderbolt ports to connect multiple Thunderbolt / USB-C drives, devices and SSDs to experience the fastest speed your devices can deliver. Utilize multiple daisy-chains to connect even more with your Go Dock empowered workflow.
Simply Cleaner & Easier
Having a built-in power supply with your Thunderbolt Go Dock keeps your life simple. With one less power brick in your desktop setup, there’s less clutter for cleaner cable management. When mobile with another dock, if you lost its power brick, you are dead in the water. If you happen to misplace the Thunderbolt Go Dock’s standard and common 2-prong "figure 8" power cord, you likely already have one you can “borrow” from another device or can easily stop in at a local store for a replacement and keep working.
Disconnect in One Click
Safely disconnect multiple drives in a single click. OWC Dock Ejector was designed by OWC hardware and software engineers to ensure all data is written before disconnection, saving time and protecting against data loss. It makes losing your hard-earned work a thing of the past.
Apple SuperDrive Ready
OWC's free Dock Ejector software also includes a special driver that enables your OWC Thunderbolt Hub to play and burn CDs and DVDs with the Apple SuperDrive. Just connect the SuperDrive to an open USB-A port on the OWC Thunderbolt Hub for bus power to watch a DVD movie, listen to music CDs, create a backup disk, and install software.
OWC Thunderbolt Cable Included
OWC Thunderbolt Hub comes with a certified 0.8M OWC Thunderbolt (USB-C) Cable. But if your workflow demands a different length to make the connection, OWC Thunderbolt (USB-C) Cables are the perfect choice.
Stabilize Thunderbolt and USB-C Cables with OWC ClingOn
Active workspaces expose gear to bumps, shoves, or even the random tail wag from a pet. OWC ClingOn custom cable stabilizers (sold separately) screw into the OWC Thunderbolt Hub’s housing to reduce – if not completely eliminate – cable strain on Thunderbolt and USB-C connections so you can work with confidence even in the highest traffic environments.
Includes
(1) OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock
(1) 0.7M (28") Thunderbolt 4 Cable
(1) Quick Start Guide for OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock
(1) User Manual for OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock
(1) OWC Dock Ejector for Mac and Windows (software download)
(1) User Guide for OWC Dock Ejector
2 Year OWC Limited Warranty
Notes:
- Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt device compatibility requires a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable (available separately). This configuration provides data transfer at up to 20Gb/s.
- Requires 2.5Gb/s Ethernet compatible hardware components and cabling (Cat 5e cable minimum, Cat 6 or later strongly recommended).
- Use of a display via Thunderbolt port requires a Thunderbolt display, USB-C display, USB-C to HDMI adapter, or USB-C to DisplayPort adapter sold separately.
- Actual display support depends upon computer. Please review the display specifications for your specific computer model to determine the maximum supported resolution, refresh rate, color depth, and number of external displays over Thunderbolt.
- Excludes: 15-inch MacBook Pro (pre-2018), MacBook Air, iMac 5K (pre-2019), and 21.5-inch iMac (pre-2019)
- Memory Card Slots: (1) SD
- Memory Card Support: (1) Secure Digital (SD) UHS-II
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Power Delivery:
- Thunderbolt 4 host port provides up to 90W of power to the host computer.
- Thunderbolt 4 device ports (for external drives and other devices) provide 15W of power.
- USB port provides up to 1.5A of power for bus-powered drives and device charging.
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Device Ports:
- (1) Host Port - Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C): up to 40 Gb/s (5000 MB/s)
- (2) Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) Ports
- (1) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Port: up to 10Gb/s (1250MB/s) - USB 2.0/3.0 backwards compatible
- (2) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports up to 10Gb/s (1250MB/s) - USB 2.0/3.0 backwards compatible
- (1) USB 2.0 Port
- (1) HDMI Port
- (1) 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (2.5GbE) RJ-45 Port
- (1) 3.5mm Stereo Audio Output Port
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Display Support:
- Up to one 8K display @ 60Hz
- or one 4K display @ 120Hz
- or two 4K displays @ 60Hz
- or two 5K displays @ 60Hz
- Display Support by Port: Thunderbolt 4: Up to 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 120Hz via a native Thunderbolt 4 display or other display that supports USB-C connections and DisplayPort 1.4
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Ethernet Speeds (RJ-45):
- 2.5Gb/s (2.5GBASE-T)
- 1Gb/s "Gigabit" (1000BASE-T)
- 100Mb/s (100BASE-T)
- 10Mb/s (10BASE-T)
- Data Rate: Up to 40Gb/s
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Chipset / Controller:
- Thunderbolt: Goshen Ridge (JHL8440)
- USB: Cypress/HX3PD
- Ethernet: RTL8156B
- SD Reader: GL-3232S
- Host Interface Requirements: Thunderbolt (USB-C) or USB (USB-C or USB-A1) port
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Mac OS Compatibility:
- macOS 11.x Big Sur
- macOS 12.x Monterey
- macOS 13.x Ventura
- macOS 14.x Sonoma
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PC OS Compatibility:
- Windows 10 64-bit Edition
- Windows 11
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Mobile OS Compatibility:
- iPadOS 15
- iPadOS 16
- iPadOS 17
- Android 12.x
- Android 13.x
- Other OS Compatibility: Chrome OS: 91 or later
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Driver Required:
- Download Driver
- Driver required for Windows and Linux.
- External Power Adapter: No
- Power Supply: UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
- AC Input: 100~240V, 50~60Hz, 1.5A
- DC Output: +24V, 5A
- Wattage: 120W
- Security Slot: Yes
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Housing Color:
- Chassis: Space Gray
- Covers: Space Gray
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Housing Material:
- Chassis: Aluminum
- Covers: Aluminum
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Dimensions:
- Height: 3.6 cm (1.4 in)
- Length: 24.1 cm (9.5 in)
- Width: 9.2 cm (3.6 in)
- Weight: 949.0 g (2.09 lbs)
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Certifications:
- CE
- FCC
- RCM
- VCCI
- BSMI
- UKCA
- IC
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
- Reach Certification: Yes
- Country of Origin: Taiwan
- TAA Compliance: Yes
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Ambient Temperature:
- Operating: 32°F to 95°F (0°C to 35°C)
- Non-Operating: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
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Humidity:
- Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing
- Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing
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iMac Models:
- iMac 2017 Model ID: iMac18,1 - A1418 - EMC3068
- iMac 2017 Model ID: iMac18,2 - A1418 - EMC3069
- iMac 2017 Model ID: iMac18,3 - A1419 - EMC3070
- iMac 2019 Model ID: iMac19,1 - A2115 - EMC3194
- iMac 2019 Model ID: iMac19,2 - A2116 - EMC3195
- iMac 2020 Model ID: iMac20,1 - A2115 - EMC3442
- iMac 2020 Model ID: iMac20,2 - A2115 - EMC3442
- iMac 2021 Model ID: iMac21,1 - A2438 - EMC3663 - M1
- iMac 2021 Model ID: iMac21,2 - A2439 - EMC3664 - M1
- iMacPro 2017 Model ID: iMacPro1,1 - A1862 - EMC3144
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MacBook Air Models:
- MacBookAir 2018 Model ID: MacBookAir8,1 - A1932 - EMC3184
- MacBookAir 2019 Model ID: MacBookAir8,2 - A1932 - EMC3184
- MacBookAir 2020 Model ID: MacBookAir9,1 - A2179 - EMC3302
- MacBookAir 2020 Model ID: MacBookAir10,1 - A2337 - EMC3598 - M1
- MacBookAir 2022 Model ID: Mac14,2 - A2681 - EMC4074 - M2
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MacBook Pro Models:
- MacBookPro 2016 Model ID: MacBookPro13,1 - A1708 - EMC2978
- MacBookPro 2016 Model ID: MacBookPro13,2 - A1706 - EMC3071
- MacBookPro 2017 Model ID: MacBookPro13,3 - A1707 - EMC3072
- MacBookPro 2017 Model ID: MacBookPro14,1 - A1708 - EMC3164
- MacBookPro 2017 Model ID: MacBookPro14,2 - A1706 - EMC3163
- MacBookPro 2017 Model ID: MacBookPro14,3 - A1707 - EMC3162
- MacBookPro 2018 Model ID: MacBookPro15,1 - A1990 - EMC3215
- MacBookPro 2018 Model ID: MacBookPro15,2 - A1989 - EMC3214
- MacBookPro 2018 Model ID: MacBookPro15,3 - A1990 - EMC3215
- MacBookPro 2019 Model ID: MacBookPro15,1 - A1990 - EMC3359
- MacBookPro 2019 Model ID: MacBookPro15,2 - A1989 - EMC3358
- MacBookPro 2019 Model ID: MacBookPro15,3 - A1990 - EMC3359
- MacBookPro 2019 Model ID: MacBookPro15,4 - A2159 - EMC3301
- MacBookPro 2019 Model ID: MacBookPro16,1 - A2141 - EMC3347
- MacBookPro 2020 Model ID: MacBookPro16,2 - A2251 - EMC3348
- MacBookPro 2020 Model ID: MacBookPro16,3 - A2289 - EMC3456
- MacBookPro 2020 Model ID: MacBookPro17,1 - A2338 - EMC3578 - M1
- MacBookPro 2021 Model ID: MacBookPro18,1 - A2485 - EMC3651 - M1 Pro
- MacBookPro 2021 Model ID: MacBookPro18,2 - A2485 - EMC3651 - M1 MAX
- MacBookPro 2021 Model ID: MacBookPro18,3 - A2442 - EMC3650 - M1 Pro
- MacBookPro 2021 Model ID: MacBookPro18,4 - A2442 - EMC3650 - M1 Max
- MacBookPro 2022 Model ID: Mac14,7 - A2338 - EMC8162 - M2
- MacBookPro 2023 Model ID: Mac14,10 - M2 Pro
- MacBookPro 2023 Model ID: Mac14,5 - M2 Max
- MacBookPro 2023 Model ID: Mac14,6 - M2 Max
- MacBookPro 2023 Model ID: Mac14,9 - M2 Pro
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Mac Pro Models:
- Mac Pro 2019 Model ID: MacPro7,1 - A1991 - EMC3203
- Mac Pro Rack 2019 Model ID: MacPro7,1 - A2304 - EMC3413
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Mac Studio Models:
- Mac Studio 2022 Model ID: Mac13,1 - A2615 - EMC3988 - M1 Max
- Mac Studio 2022 Model ID: Mac13,2 - A2615 - EMC3988 - M1 Ultra
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Mac Mini Models:
- Macmini 2018 Model ID: Macmini8,1 - A1993 - EMC3213
- Macmini 2020 Model ID: Macmini9,1 - A2348 - EMC3569 - M1
- Macmini 2023 Model ID: Mac14,3 - A2686 - EMC8003 - M2
- Macmini 2023 Model ID: Mac14,12 - A2816 - EMC8180 - M2 Pro
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Other Compatibility:
- PC Compatible
- Apple iPad Pro (1st Gen) - Late 2018 up to Apple iPad Pro (3rd Gen) - Mid 2021
- Android Smartphones & Tablets: Compatible with Android Smartphones & Tablets with USB Type-C ports that meet the specifications listed above.
- And any other device with Thunderbolt 4/ Thunderbolt 3 port
- Works with Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, and USB host computers and mobile devices. Thunderbolt/Thunderbolt 2 Mac models are supported via USB-A host connection. Thunderbolt/Thunderbolt 2 host connection is not supported.
- With a USB host (such as a USB-C equipped MacBook, iPad, Chromebook, Android device, or PC), this device works as a USB hub. Bandwidth is reduced to USB speeds, Thunderbolt devices are not supported, and additional functionality will vary depending upon the host port's capabilities.
- With a USB-C host, displays and power delivery support will depend upon the host port's capabilities.
- With a USB-A host, displays and power delivery are not supported. Requires a USB-C to USB-A adapter (available separately).
- Works with Thunderbolt (USB-C), Thunderbolt/Thunderbolt 2 (mDP), and USB devices. Thunderbolt/Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) device support requires a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable (available separately) and provides data transfer at up to 20Gb/s.
- Dual display support, including available resolution and refresh rates, is dependent on host hardware and drivers.
Apple silicon M1/M2/M3 Pro, M1/M2/M3 Max, and M1/M2 Ultra Mac models, Apple Intel-based Mac models, and Thunderbolt 4 PCs can support up to two displays at up to 4K @ 60Hz via Thunderbolt.
Apple silicon M1/M2/M3 Mac models can support one external display up to 4K @ 60Hz via Thunderbolt.
- The following Apple silicon M1/M2/M3 Mac models support a single display over a Thunderbolt port:
- MacBook Pro (14-inch, M3, 2023)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020) - MacBookPro17,1
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, M2, 2022) - Mac14,7
- MacBook Air (M1, 2020) - MacBookAir10,1
- MacBook Air (M2, 2022) - Mac14,2
- Mac mini (M1, 2020) - Macmini9,1
- The following Mac models provide only partial support for DisplayPort 1.4, including limiting resolution to 5K or 6K at 60Hz. Please review Apple's display specifications for your specific Mac to determine the maximum supported resolution and color depth:
- MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018) - MacBookPro15,1
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro15,2
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro15,2
- MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2019) - MacBookPro15,1 and MacBookPro15,3
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro15,4
- MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) - MacBookPro16,1 and MacBookPro16,4
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro16,2
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro16,3
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018) - MacBookAir8,1
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2019) - MacBookAir8,2
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020) - MacBookAir9,1
- iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019) - iMac19,1
- iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019) - iMac19,2
- iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2020) - iMac20,1 and iMac20,2
- Mac mini (2018) - Macmini8,1
- Mac Pro (2019) - MacPro7,1
- Mac Pro (Rack, 2019) - MacPro7,1
- Currently, Mac systems only support HDMI 2.1 via direct connection to the Mac's built-in HDMI port. Mac users can get HDMI 4K @ 120Hz on supported Macs by directly connecting to a system’s HDMI port. Mac users will only experience 4K @ 60Hz through the HDMI port of the connected Thunderbolt Go Dock.
- Mac Users: A software driver is required to enable Apple Super Drive, Apple USB Keyboard, and for charging iPad generations 1, 2 and 3. This driver is included in the OWC Dock Ejector software download package. If your SuperDrive doesn't respond when connected to an external display or USB hub, connect your SuperDrive to a USB port directly on your Mac.
- Recorded sound input playback will be quiet. Adjusting the input volume in System Preferences does not improve the softness of the recording playback. Connecting the desired input directly into the computer system will improve the recorded sound input.