hp 72C71AA USB C G5 Essential Dock Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
- HP
Table of Contents
hp 72C71AA USB C G5 Essential Dock
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Docking Connection
- Connect the HP USB-C G5 Essential Dock to your host PC using the USB-C cable provided.
Step 2: Power Connection
- Connect the power adapter to the dock and plug it into a power outlet.
Step 3: Peripheral Connection
- Connect your peripherals such as monitors, keyboard, mouse, and other devices to the available ports on the dock.
Step 4: Firmware Updates
- To manage dock firmware updates, ensure that your host PC is connected to the internet. IT can perform firmware updates remotely while the dock is connected to the host PC.
Step 5: PXE Boot Setup
- To set up an employee’s device remotely, enable PXE boot in the BIOS settings of the connected host PC. This allows IT to boot the computer via a network interface.
Step 6: MAC Address Pass-Through
- To easily identify and track notebooks connected through the dock’s LAN, ensure that MAC address pass-through is enabled. This feature provides full functionality for IT to manage their notebook fleet.
Step 7: Wake-on-LAN
- IT can make system updates and remotely image systems even when the computer is off or in sleep mode. Ensure that Wake-on-LAN is enabled in the BIOS settings of the connected host PC.
Features
- Connected Firmware Update: IT can manage dock firmware updates while connected to the host PC.
- PXE Boot: Boot computers via a network interface, allowing IT to remotely set up an employee’s device.
- MAC Address Pass-Through: Easily identify and track notebook fleet when connected through the dock’s LAN with full functionality.
- Wake-on-LAN: Make system updates and remotely image systems even when the computer is off or in sleep mode.
FAQ
- Q: What are the minimum system requirements for the HP USB-C G5 Essential Dock?
- A: The minimum system requirements are [insert minimum system requirements].
- Q: Can I use this dock with Mac computers?
- A: Yes, the HP USB-C G5 Essential Dock is compatible with Mac computers. Please refer to the compatibility disclaimer for more details.
- Q: How long is the included USB-C cable?
- A: The included USB-C cable has a length of [insert cable length].
- Q: What is the warranty period for this product?
- A: The warranty period for the HP USB-C G5 Essential Dock is [insert warranty period].
Overview
Expand What’s Possible
Have everything you need to get the job done with this compact dock that keeps your desk clean. With a single USB-C® cable[1], open your ports to all your accessories, connect up to three high-res displays[2], stable Ethernet connection, and so much more…all while charging your laptop[1]. Clear your desk and clear your mind with this HP USB-C G5 Essential Dock.
Seamless Productivity
Effortlessly go the extra mile with just a single USB-C® cable[1]. This essential dock seamlessly powers and supports 4 USB-A ports for all your accessories, up to 3 high-resolution displays[2], and a stable Ethernet connection—all while delivering 65W of power to your laptop.
Stay up to date
- Keep your workforce up-to-date with connected firmware updates for your docking fleet[4].
More Ports, Less Constraints
- This essential dock is designed to work with what you’re working with[1].
- It’s compatible with most USB-C® or Thunderbolt™ enabled PCs[3], and its various ports open the way to all your accessories.
Essential Manageability
- Make sure your workforce has the IT support they need to be productive with essential manageability features.
- Manage your docking fleet with full functionality of PXE boot[5], MAC address pass-through[6], Wake on LAN[7], and LAN/WLAN switching.
Features
Connected Firmware Update
- IT can manage dock firmware updates while connected to the host PC.[4]
LAN/WLAN Switching
- For no interruptions in your connectivity, your dock turns off WLAN antennae automatically when connected to the LAN cable. When unplugged from the LAN cable, your device will automatically switch from wired network connection to Wi-Fi®.
Wake-on-LAN
- IT can make system updates and remotely image systems even when the computer is off or in sleep mode.[7]
PXE Boot
- Boot computers via a network interface, allowing IT to remotely set up an employee’s device.[5]
MAC Address Pass-Through
- Thanks to MAC address pass-through with full functionality, IT can easily identify and track their notebook fleet when connected through the dock’s LAN.[6]
- For USB-C® alt mode functionality, host PC must support the DisplayPort™ Alt mode protocol through its USB-C® or Thunderbolt™ port. Charging and port replication is supported on notebooks that have implemented USB-C® Alt Mode industry specifications. Power button to turn on or wake the system only functions on HP or HP supported notebooks. PXE Boot functionality will depend on whether the host systems firmware has the EFI driver available. Connected firmware updates require internet connection and your docking station is not useable while updating. HP does not provide Ethernet and audio drivers on Mac PCs.
- Supports 3 x FHD @ 60Hz, 2 x QHD @ 60 Hz, 3 x 4K (requires a DisplayPort 1.4 machine with Display Stream Compression. If the system does not support Display Stream Compression, then the system must support DisplayPort 1.4 with high-res mode enabled in the system).
- Supported features may vary by operating system and laptop PC.
- Connected firmware updates require internet connection and your docking station is not useable while updating.
- PXE Boot functionality will depend on whether the host systems firmware has the EFI driver available.
- Your laptop PC may support MAC address pass-through from the Off, Sleep or Hibernate States, or only when the computer is On or in Sleep. Certain features are not functional on non-HP supported or non-HP laptop PCs. MAC address pass-through supports S0, S3, S4, S5 from warm and cold dock.
- Your laptop PC may support Wake-on-LAN from the Off, Sleep or Hibernate States, or only when the computer is On or in Sleep. Wake-on-LAN is not functional on non-HP supported or non- HP laptop PCs. Wake-on-LAN from warm and cold dock.
Specifications
- Form factor: Compact dock
- Minimum dimensions (W x D x H): 4.80 x 4.80 x 1.77 in
- Weight: 1.49 lb
- Ports: 1 SuperSpeed USB Type-C® 5Gbps signaling rate (up to 15 W USB Power Delivery)
- Ports: 2 SuperSpeed USB Type-A 5Gbps signaling rate (charging); 1 combo audio jack
- Ports: 2 DisplayPort™ 1.4; 1 HDMI 2.0; 1 RJ-45; 2 SuperSpeed USB Type-A 5Gbps signaling rate (charging)
- Power: 120 W power adapter[6]
- Management features: PXE Boot; Wake on LAN (WoL); MAC Address Pass Through (MAPT);
- LAN/WLAN switching; Connected firmware update[2,3,4,5]
- Minimum System Requirements: USB Type-C® (USB Power Delivery, Alt Mode DisplayPort™)
- UPC number: 197029012999
- What’s in the box: HP USB-C G5 Essential Dock; 120 W Power adapter; AC power cord; Quick Setup Poster; Warranty card
Additional specifications
- Cable length (imperial): 3.2 ft
- Color: Black
- Compatibility: Tested and supported on select commercial HP notebooks. For HP notebook compatibility please visit: https://pcb.inc.hp.com/webapp/#!/us-en and search by notebook; Tested and supported on the following 3rd party notebooks: Apple MacBook Air Retina 2020, Google Pixelbook Go, Google Pixlebook Go 2, Apple MacBook Pro M1 2020, MacBook Air M1 2020, and Dell Latitude 7420.
- Compatibility disclaimer 1: Power delivery of 65W via USB-C.
- Compatibility disclaimer 2: MAPT, WoL, PxE Boot, WLAN/LAN switching implemented. No disconnected FW updates.
- Compatibility disclaimer 3: Rear USB-A charging ports have slower charge.
- Compatibility disclaimer 4: LED indicator on power button is on when docked, off when undocked.
- Compatibility disclaimer 5: Does not support any adapters less than 120W.
- Compatible Operating Systems: Windows 11 21H2; Windows 11 22H2; Windows 10 21H2; Windows 10 22H2; ChromeOS™ v103 and later; macOS Monterey 12.4 and later; macOS Big Sur 11.6
- Connection type: 1 front USB Type-C® cable to connect to host system (up to 65 W USB Power Delivery)
- Datasheet photo 1: AHID/ee2b1591f30f48dbc2d535ce1d5ccb103b5c62c1
- Datasheet photo 2: AHID/5887bce8884327f60bcc745c4ca371c06452c182
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- I/O Port location: Rear
- I/O Port location: Front
- I/O Port location: Side
- Material: Plastic
- Physical security: 1 Standard Kensington lock slot[7]
- Power button type: Mechanical power button with LED indicator to power or wake host system
- Power delivery (PD) profiles: 12V/5A; 5V/3A; 9V/3A; 15V/4.33A/20V/3.25A
- Power to host: Up to 65 W via USB Type-C® (both HP and non-HP host devices)[1]
- UNSPSC code: 43211602
- For USB-C® alt mode functionality, host PC must support the DisplayPort™ Alt mode protocol through its USB-C® or Thunderbolt™ port. Charging and port replication is supported on notebooks that have implemented USB-C® Alt Mode industry specifications. Power button to turn on or wake the system only functions on HP or HP supported notebooks. PXE Boot functionality will depend on whether the host systems firmware has the EFI driver available. Connected firmware updates require internet connection and your docking station is not useable while updating. HP does not provide Ethernet and audio drivers on Mac PCs.
- PXE Boot functionality will depend on whether the host systems firmware has the EFI driver available.
- Your laptop PC may support Wake-on-LAN from the Off, Sleep or Hibernate States, or only when the computer is On or in Sleep. Wake-on-LAN is not functional on non-HP supported or non- HP laptop PCs. Wake-on-LAN from warm and cold dock.
- Your laptop PC may support MAC address pass-through from the Off, Sleep or Hibernate States, or only when the computer is On or in Sleep. Certain features are not functional on non-HP supported or non-HP laptop PCs. MAC address pass through supports S0, S3, S4, S5 from warm and cold dock.
- Connected firmware updates require internet connection and your docking station is not useable while updating.
- Cannot use any wattage below 120 W. Only 120 W or above. More wattage does not provide more power to the system.
- Lock sold separately.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer — Copyright
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© Copyright 2023 HP Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
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