Anyone know what this does?

[Alex79]

I found this black box lying around at work:

http://www.ascendtech.us/dell-wd15-k17a ... 5fddv.aspx

I can't really work out what it's for. Is it worth having? I've read the description but don't really understand the point of it! Any ideas?

Thanks

[ratsoalbion]

“The Dell Docking Station WD15 is a device that links all your electronic devices to your computer using a USB Type-C cable interface. Connecting the computer to the docking station allows you to access all peripherals (mouse, keyboard, stereo speakers, external hard drive, and large-screen displays) without having to plug each one into the computer.”

Reading is fun!

[ratsoalbion]

I’ll admit, I don’t really get the point either!

[Caligulas Horse]

Haha. I think this should answer your questions:

https://www.techwalla.com/articles/what ... ng-station

[Alex79]

I’ll admit, I don’t really get the point either!

Ha!

Yes I did read that too and was none the wiser.



EDIT: OK hang on, I think I see the point. You'd have all that set up and plugged in to the docking station and then just plug your laptop in with one cord instead of having to manually plug everything in every time you brought the laptop back. Saves a little time I guess.

[Alex79]

Haha. I think this should answer your questions:

https://www.techwalla.com/articles/what ... ng-station

Hmm OK, thanks, I guess I kind of get what it's for. Not sure why we've got one here though!

[Suits]

I have something similar for my EliteBook at work - it’s well handy .