OWC Thunderbolt Dock for Mac and PC With 11 Ports

OWC (Other World Computing, Inc.) announces the Thunderbolt Dock for Mac and PC.

It expands the functionality of the latest Intel 11th Gen Core and Evo PCs with Thunderbolt 4, as well as expanding the functionality of the M1 Macs and Thunderbolt 3 equipped Macs once they are upgraded to the new Apple MacOS 11 Big Sur.

Connect more, display more, and charge more with this Thunderbolt solution. It joins the company’s Thunderbolt certified line of docking solutions for Mac and PC like the Thunderbolt 3 Pro Dock, Thunderbolt 3 14-port Dock, and Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock.

With the Thunderbolt Dock you can have 4 Thunderbolt ports, plus 4 USB ports, as well as 1 port for SD Card, GbE, and a combo audio in/out. You gain convenient access for all of your Thunderbolt and USB devices through a single cable to your Mac or PC. Utilizing the latest Thunderbolt technology, it enables users with Intel 11th Gen Core and Evo PCs with Thunderbolt 4, existing Macs or M1 based Macs to add a mix of ports, including additional Thunderbolt ports. Thunderbolt 3 Docks without the Thunderbolt hub are compatible with OS 10.12 or later. Thunderbolt 4 based docks will continue to work with firm’s existing Thunderbolt 3 solutions such as storage, adapters, and more.

“Being a leader in Thunderbolt integration and accessories, OWC is excited to offer the Thunderbolt Dock,” said Larry O’Connor, CEO and founder. “These new solutions will give users, especially on the Mac side, what they have been asking for, for years. The ability to expand upon the number of Thunderbolt devices they can add to their machines and create new workflows to optimize their workflows better.“

Thunderbolt Dock highlights:

• Thunderbolt hub you wanted: Have 4 fully functional Thunderbolt 4 ports for the computer. All Thunderbolt ports also support USB devices and monitors

• Plug it all in: The same Thunderbolt device compatibility and performance, whether plugged into this dock or directly into a machine  

• Reimagining the daisy chain: Create 3 separate device chains, so you can remove devices from one chain without affecting or disconnecting the others. You can even add 3 Thunderbolt bus-powered devices.

• Charging capabilities: Thunderbolt 4 host port also keeps a notebook charged with 90W power delivery

• Four USB ports: Connect and charge through USB 

• Manage additional devices: Connect more storage, up to two 4k displays or one 5k/6k/8k display, or other accessories, you name it, you can use it

• More reliable sharing and streaming: GbE eliminates low-quality, patchy Wi-Fi – for IP-based workflows and secured networks  

• More content: Access photos and movies via the SD card reader at speeds up to 312MB/s

• More audio: Plug headphones and mics into the audio combo jack 

• Adjustable LED: Customize the illumination for your work setting 

• Built-in security: Kensington Security Slot and Nano Security Slot for anti-theft cabling 

“OWC Thunderbolt dock, with up to 4 multi-purpose Thunderbolt 4 ports, makes it simple to connect your monitors and favorite accessories while charging your laptop. Thunderbolt 4 ports, cables and accessories are tested and certified to help increase reliability“, said Jason Ziller, GM, client connectivity division, Intel Corp. “Thunderbolt 4 docks deliver the performance and capability headroom that content creators need, to improve their workflows.“

Pricing and availability
The Thunderbolt Dock is available for order through the company’s website for $249. Thunderbolt 3 docks are available ranging from $119 for the Thunderbolt 3 mini Dock, $249 for the Thunderbolt 3 14-port Dock, and $299 for the Thunderbolt 3 Pro Dock.