TRIPP-LITE U442-DOCK5-GY USB-C Portable Docking Station Owner’s Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Tripp Lite

Table of Contents

Product Features
System Requirements
Package Includes
Optional Accessories
Product Overview
Installation
Specifications
Warranty and Product Registration
Documents / Resources
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)

TRIPP-LITE U442-DOCK5-GY USB-C Portable Docking Station

WARRANTY REGISTRATION
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Product Features

Supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode for connecting an HDMI monitor via USB-C or Thunderbolt™ 3 port
Supports connection of DVI monitor via HDMI to DVI adapter (see Optional Accessories for more information)
HDMI port supports 4096 x 2160 30 Hz 4:4:4 video resolutions
Ethernet port supports true 10/100/1000 Mbps network speeds
USB-A and Type-C data ports support data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps
All USB-A 3.2 ports support data and charging · Dedicated USB-A port provides up to 5V/1.5A of fast charging power to mobile devices
USB-C device port supports data and Power Delivery (PD) charging with power input up to 20V 5A (100W)
5V 2A (10W) of power dedicated to the USB-A ports when connected to a PD 3.0-compliant charger*
Micro SD and SD/MMC Memory Card Slots allow external memory access via USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port
Supports PD 3.0 Fast Role Swap to maintain data and power connection upon removal of charging power
Automatically resumes operation from hibernation and suspend mode
IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet) compliant
Supports full-duplex and half-duplex operations
Supports Wake-On LAN
Compact design fits easily into your laptop bag
Plug-and-play–no software or drivers required
When no power supply is connected, the output of the USB-A ports are dependent on the connected source.

System Requirements

Computer with USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode
DVI** or HDMI monitor
Ethernet Network with speeds up to 10/100/1000 Mbps

Requires an adapter (see Optional Accessories** for more information)

Package Includes

U442-DOCK5-GY
Owner’s Manual

Optional Accessories

N201-Series Cat6 Gigabit Snagless Patch Cables
P566-Series HDMI to DVI Adapter Cables
P568-Series High-Speed HDMI Cables
U322-Series USB 3.2 A/B Device Cables
U326-Series USB 3.2 Micro-B Device Cables
U420-XXX-5A USB-C Cable

Product Overview

USB-A 3.2 Ports (Female) – Connect up to 2 USB peripherals/devices for charging or data transfer.
Micro SD Memory Card Slot – Connects a Micro SD Memory Card.
SD/MMC Memory Card Slot Connects an SD/MMC Memory Card.
HDMI Port (Female) – Connects an HDMI monitor.
USB-A 3.2 Fast-Charge Port (Female) – Provides up to 5V/1.5A of fast charging power to mobile devices.
USB-C Charging and Data Port (Female) – Connects your device to a USB-C PD charger for charging or data transfer.
RJ45 Port (Female)  Connects to a 10/100/1000 Mbps network.

Installation

Note:

When the USB-C port is connected to a power source, 15W of power is dedicated to the docking station and other devices. The remainder is used to charge the connected device.
See Optional Accessories section for suggested cables.
When the unit is connected to the USB-C port on your computer and to a network via Cat5e/6 cabling, a network connection will be automatically established. If no connection is made, you can manually establish one by going to your computer’s network settings. For example, when using a Mac, you would navigate to the “Network” icon found in System Preferences; click the “Assist Me” button to access the Network Setup Assistant, then follow the prompts to establish a connection.

Connect the dock’s USB Type-C connector to the USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port on your laptop, tablet or other device.
Using an HDMI cable (such as Tripp Lite P568Series High-Speed HDMI cables), connect the dock’s HDMI port to the HDMI port on a monitor.
Connect up to three USB devices to the dock’s USB-A hub ports for data or charging.
Connect a USB Type-C device to the dock’s Type-C port for data or charging.
Using UTP cable, connect the adapter’s RJ45 port to a network.
Insert a Micro SD and/or SD/MMC card into the corresponding memory card slot to access external memory.

Specifications

Connectors-Input

Warranty and Product Registration

3-Year Limited Warranty

Tripp Lite warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of initial purchase. Tripp Lite’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products. To obtain service under this warranty, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center. Products must be returned to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center with transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof of date and place of purchase. This warranty does not apply to equipment, which has been damaged by accident, negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified in any way. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, Tripp Lite MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the purchaser.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL Tripp Lite BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, Tripp Lite is not liable for any costs, such as lost profits or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise.

Product Registration

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FCC Notice, Class B

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Tripp Lite could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union)
Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to:

Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this varies depending on the country)
Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste

Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended.
Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Photos and illustrations may differ slightly from actual products.

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Documents / Resources

| TRIPP-LITE U442-DOCK5-GY USB-C Portable Docking Station [pdf] Owner's Manual
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