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Anker AK 68ANDOCKS BEA 6 USB Ports Dual Display Universal Docking Station with DVI HDMI 2048 x 1152 38W Adapter
Last Updated: March 5, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
792
Old Reviews
668
Unverified
44
Spam Test
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Yes
HDMI
3
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
Review Analysis - 80 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Ports
26docking station, usb ports, usb, monitors, hdmi
+88%
-12%
" ... This addresses a need I have had for connecting two external monitors to a macbook air. ... The Anker works flawlessly, and using only the USB port (not the thunderbolt port). ... "
" ... I have used other Anker products: USB 3.0 hub and micro hub and external rechargeable power source and can recommend them all. ... "
" ... Bought a DVI to HDMI adapter for the one output so i can use it on my TVs sometimes. ... Im using the HDMI output on my computer as well so i have 3 monitors and the laptop display all working great. ... Just for fun i hooked up the SVGA port on the laptop as well so had 5 total screens going but i dont think my computer could keep up with that as well. ... "
" ... Easy to setup, just plug in to power and USB port and it just works. ... "
" ... Quite pleased with this USB 3.0 Docking Station. ... Multiple monitor arrangements, networking, Audio and USB all worked perfectly. ... Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a sleek and versatile solution for port expansion. ... "
" ... I have one monitor setup as DVI to DVI and the second monitor is setup as HDMI to HDMI. ... Plenty of ports left over for a phone charger, external USB device, etc. ... "
" ... I wanted to plug a monitor and other peripherals to my laptop with out the hassle of plugging a bunch of cables with it. ... What worked was moving the keyboard fob to the front and using the USB 3.0 connections. ... "
" ... Similar things happen with video - with a second monitor plugged into the dock, the dock will decide on its own whether to extend my screen to the second monitor, the laptop monitor, or both, without rhyme or reason, and will sometimes refuse to let me set the screen(s) I desire. ... "
Device Compatibility
25dock, monitors, macbook pro, peripherals, docking station
+72%
-28%
" ... With one USB connection, I can easily dock and undock either my MacBook or PC. ... After I bought it, I replaced my old MacBook Pro with a 12" MacBook. ... "
" ... My personal computer is an ASUS laptop running Windows 10. ... It has always worked for its main purpose, which was dual monitor functionality. ... I finally plugged my work laptop in last week, which is Dell laptop also using Windows 10. ... "
" ... I'm running a triple monitor setup now . ... plus two Dell 20" monitors! ... "
" ... I bought this product for a Windows laptop, with which it works perfectly. ... This addresses a need I have had for connecting two external monitors to a macbook air. ... "
" ... This does everything I needed my laptop to be for dual display and more! ... "
" ... works perfectly fine on a macbook ... "
" ... I use it to drive 2 24'' monitors, speakers and keyboard for my work setup at home. ... "
" ... This has been a great docking station for my MacBook Pro. ... I would highly recommend this product for Apple users. ... "
Product Reliability
22months, working, stopped working, worked, weeks
+82%
-18%
" ... Reliable and hassle free ... "
" ... They then asked me to mail the dock in, and they did some analysis on it, and sent me back the dock, fixed and working properly. ... "
" ... I have a lot of Anker products and have never had a failure. ... =D Will update again once I receive the replacement! ... Will never hesitate on an Anker Purchase again. ... "
" ... We've had one use on these for the last year and a half and he doesn't have any problems what so ever. ... "
" ... Can't say as I have seen such an effort very often in many years. ... "
" ... Owned for 5 months. ... And now I do have a working doc. ... "
" ... I will update my review again once I get to using the product, but this alone gets FIVE STARS! ... "
" ... Like all Anker products I have used this one works great right out of the box. ... "
Charging
10products, ports, fan, anker docking station, usb
+90%
-10%
" ... I have bought many cables, charges and other devices from Anker, and always recommend them as the top in their category. ... Keep up the good work Anker! ... "
" ... When there is an option, I will choose Anker! ... "
" ... Anker gets 5 stars. ... "
" ... Plenty of ports left over for a phone charger, external USB device, etc. ... "
" ... I have had two of these Anker Docking Station for a couple of years now and just purchased my third one. ... "
" ... to use multiple monitors, I thought i would give the Anker docking station a try because I've been happy with all of their other products. ... Anker has become a trusted name to me. ... "
" ... Love Anker products ... "
" ... I called Anker with my frustrating story, and they are shipping out a replacement adapter cord now, free of charge! ... "
Software Platform
8running windows 10, osx, laptop, windows 8 1, windows 7
+75%
-25%
" ... My personal computer is an ASUS laptop running Windows 10. ... "
" ... I would highly recommend this product for Apple users. ... "
" ... Installed the software from the DisplayLink website. ... "
" ... After a quick driver update, worked flawlessly. ... "
" ... the official site don't have a good support, i need to find win10 install solution myself ... "
" ... Tested on both OSX and Windows 7, worked flawlessly on both once the updated drivers were installed from the DisplayLink website. ... "
USB
8hub, usb 3 0, usb 2 0, dock, windows
+63%
-38%
" ... I had to put the USB receiver in the laptop instead of the dock. ... "
" ... All this through a single USB 3.0 port on my computer. ... "
" ... Connected to Lenovo Yoga 700 with 2 Sceptre 27" monitors and a bunch of USB stuff. ... Could it have more USB ports (4 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0)? ... "
" ... With one USB connection, I can easily dock and undock either my MacBook or PC. ... "
" ... Multiple monitor arrangements, networking, Audio and USB all worked perfectly. ... "
Drivers
7driver, displaylink, osx, docking station, dock
+71%
-29%
" ... Once you get the drivers installed and cables/cords routed, this made my home office much more pleasant. ... "
" ... Following the instructions, i installed the required Display link driver, plugged in the dock, and it worked pretty well. ... "
" ... After a quick driver update, worked flawlessly. ... "
" ... Tested on both OSX and Windows 7, worked flawlessly on both once the updated drivers were installed from the DisplayLink website. ... "
Mouse
7keyboard and mouse, keyboard, mouse and keyboard, docking station, anker
+71%
-29%
" ... I also had my wireless mouse plugged in and external drive. ... I bought this product in conjunction with their Anker 2.4GHz wireless keyboard and mouse combo. ... "
" ... Move mouse and keyboard to laptop ports, both work fine. ... "
" ... I plugged in a monitor (HDMI), keyboard and mouse (usb), and was able to swap out a MacBook Pro and two Chromebooks. ... "
" ... I use them with ASUS T100 Transformer book and TP200 Flipbook ultra-portable computers to add keyboard and mouse, two 24" displays, additional USB3.0 ports and wired Gigabit Ethernet. ... "
" ... I also have my desk speakers and wireless keyboard and mouse hooked up to this dock. ... "
Setup
6displaylink, software, setup, set, responded
+100%
" ... Installed the software from the DisplayLink website. ... "
" ... It was easy to setup. ... "
" ... Easy install and set up ... "
" ... Everything was recognized perfectly and worked flawlessly. ... "
" ... the official site don't have a good support, i need to find win10 install solution myself ... "
Ease of Use
6simple, set, peripherals, laptop, install
+100%
" ... I love this simple to use dock. ... "
" ... It was easy to setup. ... "
" ... Easy install and set up ... "
Cables
6wires, cable, anker, plug
+50%
-50%
" ... It wasn't clear to me that this would come with a UK plug-in. ... "
" ... The seal for the box was broken and the cables in the box looked like it was thrown in there like trash. ... "
" ... The power cable is very cheap. ... "
Keyboard
5mouse, keyboard and mouse, mouse and keyboard, wireless, monitors
+60%
-40%
" ... I plugged in a monitor (HDMI), keyboard and mouse (usb), and was able to swap out a MacBook Pro and two Chromebooks. ... "
" ... I use them with ASUS T100 Transformer book and TP200 Flipbook ultra-portable computers to add keyboard and mouse, two 24" displays, additional USB3.0 ports and wired Gigabit Ethernet. ... "
" ... I also have my desk speakers and wireless keyboard and mouse hooked up to this dock. ... "
Display Clarity
5screens, resolution, picture, laptop, estate
+60%
-40%
" ... This does everything I needed my laptop to be for dual display and more! ... "
" ... Since my laptop only has a 15" screen, you can see why I was desperate to get my video real estate working again. ... "
" ... When they do work, the resolution on one or both screens is often funky and can change whenever I turn on or wake up my computer. ... "
Overall performance
3running, mouse
+100%
" ... This product does the job! ... "
" ... The speed and professionalism in which they respond to your questions/concerns is absolutely refreshing and made the process not something to fear. ... "
" ... It gets the job done. ... "
Marketplace
3seller, return, trouble, thank you anker, shipping
+67%
-33%
" ... I contacted Anker through Amazon. ... I would buy from them again. ... "
" ... Thank you, Anker! ... "
Build Quality
3docking, build quality
+100%
" ... I was skeptical about buying this item in the first place and should have gone with my gut feeling. ... "
" ... Set up is a breeze and the build quality is top notch. ... "
" ... into two pieces. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
HDMI: Yes
Number of USB ports: 3
USB: Yes