Product ID: USBVGADOCK2
The USBVGADOCK2 is a TAA-compliant combination USB VGA adapter and 4-in-1 docking station that converts a single USB 2.0 port into multiple connection ports, including: a VGA port, 10/100 RJ45 network connection, dual (3.5mm phono) audio ports and four additional USB 2.0 ports.
Compatible with a broad range of operating systems, including Microsoft Windows® 7, the USB VGA adapter/docking station supports 1600x1200 (32-bit) display resolutions for connected VGA monitors and saves the time and hassle of having to disconnect devices like speakers and USB peripherals (scanners, printers, webcams etc.) in order to re-connect them to another computer. Using this convenient docking station makes it as simple as creating the single USB 2.0 host connection in order to access the connected peripherals.
The USBVGADOCK2 is backed by a StarTech.com 3-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 3 Years |
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Connector(s) | 2 - Connector Type(s) | 3.5 mm Mini-Jack (3 Position) |
1 - Connector Type(s) | VGA (15 pin, High Density D-Sub) | |
USB Mini-B (5 pin) | ||
4 - Connector Type(s) | USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 | |
1 - Connector Type(s) | RJ-45 | |
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) |
Storage Temperature | 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) | |
Hardware | 4K Support | No |
Fast-Charge Port(s) | No | |
Displays Supported | 1 | |
Audio | Yes | |
Bus Type | USB 2.0 | |
Industry Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u | |
Chipset ID | SMSC - LAN9500 Trigger - UV-185CB-128 |
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Packaging Information | Package Height | 56 mm [2,2 in] |
Package Length | 18 cm [7,1 in] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 608 g [21,5 oz] | |
Package Width | 23,2 cm [9,1 in] | |
Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 10/100 Mbps (Ethernet) 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) |
Maximum Analog Resolutions | 1600x1200 @ 32 bits Lower resolutions are also supported. |
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Type and Rate | USB 2.0 - 480 Mbit/s | |
Compatible Networks | 10/100 Mbps | |
Full Duplex Support | Yes | |
Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 208 g [7,3 oz] |
Color | Black | |
Material | Plastic | |
Product Length | 20,3 cm [8,0 in] | |
Product Width | 69,8 mm [2,7 in] | |
Product Height | 19,1 mm [0,8 in] | |
Power | Power Source | AC Adapter Included |
Input Voltage | 115V-230V AC | |
Output Voltage | 5 DC | |
Output Current | 3A | |
Center Tip Polarity | Positive | |
Plug Type | M | |
Power Consumption (In Watts) | 15 | |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® 10 (32-bit or 64-bit), 8 / 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit), 7 (32-bit or 64-bit), Vista (32-bit or 64-bit), XP (32-bit or 64-bit) |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | USB VGA Dock |
3.3 ft [1016 mm] USB Cable | ||
Universal power adapter: comes ready for NA/EU/UK only when you buy in NA/EU/UK; comes ready for Australia and New Zealand only when you buy in Australia and New Zealand | ||
Instruction Manual |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Before you install the device, make sure that your operating system is current (for example, the most recent service pack is installed).
Note: Windows usually save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be trying to run the installer from within the zipped file. Complete the instructions in step 2 to extract the files.
Your computer automatically finishes installing the driver and your device should be ready to use.
Before you install the device, make sure that your operating system is current (for example, the most recent service pack is installed).
Note: Windows usually saves the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Documents and Settings\your_name\My Documents\Downloads).
Your computer automatically finishes installing the driver and your device should be ready to use.
If the display connected through your USB display adapter does not wake up after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 8 / 10
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB display adapter after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB display adapter after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB display adapter after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Sometimes an on-board network interface card (NIC) conflicts with a new NIC. In these cases it is best to disable the on-board NIC.
The best way to disable your on-board NIC is to go into your BIOS and disable it there if possible. To do this, consult your motherboard manual.
You can also disable any NIC in Windows. Here is how you do this:
First click Start, or, in Windows 10 and 8, hold down the Windows key and press X. Then click Control Panel.
Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP
When you troubleshoot issues with a laptop docking station, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
Video cables
Video source
Video destination
Laptop docking station
USB peripherals
Ethernet connection
To test your setup components, try the following:
Use the video cables, video source, video destination, laptop docking station, USB peripherals, and Ethernet connection in another setup to see if the problem is with the components or the setup.
Use a different video cable, video source, video destination, laptop docking station, USB peripherals, and Ethernet connection setup to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in another setup.
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
Test each cable individually.
Use short cables when you are testing.
When you test the video cables, video source, video destination, and laptop docking station it is recommended that you do the following:
Press the Windows key + R, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter to open Device Manager.
If you do not see the USB video adapter in Device Manager, refer to the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#usb-cannot-detect-windows.
If the device is listed with an error, reinstall the drivers following the instructions on the website.
Check to see if your video card drivers are current. You can check what video card you have in Device Manager under Display adapters. It is recommended that you go directly to the video card manufacturer's website to check for the latest drivers.
Check to see if the monitor is being detected by Windows.
For more information about testing the USB peripherals and the laptop docking station, visit www.startech.com/faq/usb_hubs_general_troubleshooting.
When you test Ethernet and the laptop docking station, refer to the following FAQ: http://www.startech.com/faq/network_adapters_general_troubleshooting.
When you test sound and the laptop docking station, refer to the following FAQ: http://www.startech.com/faq/sound_cards_general_troubleshooting.
If hardware acceleration is enabled on any of your software applications, it can result in poor resource management and limit the performance of your video device. If you experience this problem, you should disable hardware acceleration in the program(s) that were impacted.
To disable hardware acceleration in common applications and operating systems, complete one of the following series of steps, depending on what software application(s) or operating system that you are running.
Internet Explorer 9 and later
Note: Earlier versions of Internet Explorer do not use hardware acceleration.
Mozilla Firefox
Google Chrome
Microsoft Office 2013 / 2010
Windows 10 / 8
Windows 7 / Vista
Windows XP
To confirm that Windows detects your USB device, complete the following:
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
No, you cannot use this docking station to charge a connected laptop computer.
To see a list of laptop docking stations that can charge a connected laptop, refer to the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/faq/laptop-docking-stations-will-charge-laptop.
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