Compact Connections For Big Workflows

• See bigger picture: connect two 4K displays (uncompressed resolution up to 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz) via two HDMI 2.0 ports
• Full stream ahead: HDCP 2.2 compatible for effortless streaming of 4K UHD content
• Hear it all clearly: supports HDMI precision multi-channel audio such as LCPM, DTS, and Dolby Digital
• Secure and stable internet access: one Gigabit Ethernet port with PXE Boot and Wake-on-LAN support replaces a slow or unreliable Wi-Fi connection
• Fast file transfers: connect a portable drive, flash drive, or card reader via one USB 3 5Gb/s port1
• Stay charged: charge small mobile devices like wireless earbuds, smartwatches, and most smartphones via USB 3 port2
• Enjoy convenience: connect a keyboard or mouse via USB 2 port
• Take anywhere and in-between: bus-powered smartphone-sized 4.9-ounce aluminum housing with integrated 7.2-inch Thunderbolt 3 cable
• Thunderbolt certified: compatible with macOS and Windows machines
• Worry-free: 2 Year OWC Limited Warranty

Experience The Best Of Thunderbolt

The OWC Thunderbolt mini Dock harnesses the full potential of your laptop’s Thunderbolt 3 port—fast data transfers, dual 4K display support, and small device charging power—creating a hub of powerful connections. Built by the world’s largest producer of Thunderbolt devices, OWC follows the highest standards in engineering and manufacturing, so you can use the Thunderbolt mini Dock with full confidence in its compatibility and precision performance.

See What You've Been Missing

The OWC Thunderbolt mini Dock effectively utilizes your computer’s Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth potential (up to 40Gb/s) to support two 4K @ 60Hz displays without any performance impact. Transform your notebook’s single display into a three-screen multiplex and increase your productivity with extended or mirrored modes. Experience, crystal-clear vibrant 4K video and high-fidelity audio in gaming and uncompressed video streaming in high action sports and movies. From perfect pixels to smooth streaming, the OWC Thunderbolt mini dock helps you see what you’ve been missing.

Connections Are The Key To Success

Through its USB 3 and USB 2 ports, the OWC Thunderbolt mini Dock opens up a world of convenience and functionality wherever you work. Control your workspace with the ease of a full-sized keyboard or mouse. Back up work to an external drive. Import files from a flash drive, card reader, or optical drive. Send files to a printer. Charge up small mobile devices. With extra connections, it’s easy to keep up with your potential.

Stream, Share, And Connect Faster, More Reliably

Truly a must have for mobile professionals, the OWC Thunderbolt mini Dock offers a Gigabit Ethernet port for a faster, more reliable internet connection. Enjoy a speedy server connection, uninterrupted downloads, and reliable file transfers while saying goodbye to aggravatingly low-quality Wi-Fi connections.

Be At Your Best Anywhere

Even with its huge workflow benefits, the OWC Thunderbolt mini Dock is small enough to fit discreetly on your desktop or inside a gear bag for mobile use. The lightweight, bus-powered aluminum housing and its 7.2-inch tethered Thunderbolt 3 cable eliminate the typical dock’s separate connection cable and power adapter. Nothing to lose or forget, no agonizing over which device to disconnect from your port-limited machine, no extra bulk...the OWC Thunderbolt mini Dock truly lets you work at your best anywhere.

Detailed Specs

Device Ports

• (1) Host Port - Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) up to 40 Gb/s (5000 MB/s)
• (1) USB 3.0 Port
• (1) USB 2.0 Port
• (2) HDMI Ports
• (1) Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) RJ-45 Port

Display Support

• Up to two 4K displays @ 60Hz,
• or one 4K display @ 60Hz,
• or one 4K display @ 60Hz and one 4K display @ 30Hz,
• or one 4K display @ 30Hz

Display Support by Port

• HDMI 2.0: Up to 4K @ 60Hz

Ethernet Speeds (RJ-45)

• 1Gb/s "Gigabit" (1000BASE-T)
• 100Mb/s (100BASE-T)
• 10Mb/s (10BASE-T)

Jumbo Frame Support

• Yes

Data Rate

• Up to 40 Gb/s

Chipset

• Thunderbolt: Intel JHL6540
• USB:ASMedia ASM-1042A
• Ethernet: Intel WGI210AT

Host Port Requirements

• Thunderbolt (USB-C) port1

Mac OS Compatibility

• macOS 10.12 Sierra
• macOS 10.13 High Sierra
• macOS 10.14 Mojave
• macOS 10.15 Catalina
• macOS 11.x Big Sur
• macOS 12.x Monterey
• macOS 13.x Ventura
• macOS 14.x Sonoma

PC OS Compatibility

• Windows 10 64-bit Edition
• Windows Server 2016
• Windows 11

Driver Required

• No

External Power Adapter

• No

Power Supply

• Bus-powered

Security Slot

• No

Housing Color

• Black

Housing Material

• Aluminum

Dimensions

• Height: 1.9 cm (0.7 in)
• Length: 6.5 cm (2.6 in)
• Width: 12.4 cm (4.9 in)
• Captive Cable Length: 20.0 cm (7.9 in)

Weight

• 150.0 g (0.33 lbs)

Certifications

• FCC
• CE
• RCMI
• BSMI

RoHS Compliant

• Yes

Reach Certification

• Yes

Ambient Temperature

• Operating: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)
• Non-Operating: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)

Altitude

• Operating: -304.8 m to 3,048.0 m (-1,000 ft to 10,000 ft)
• Non-Operating: -304.8 m to 12,192.0 m (-1,000 ft to 40,000 ft)

Humidity

• Operating: 8% to 90% non-condensing
• Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing

1. USB host connection not supported.
2. Resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz per HDMI port are recommended. Full 4K resolution (4096 x 2160) may work with some displays.
3. Dual display support, including available resolution and refresh rates, is dependent on host hardware and drivers.
   Apple silicon M1/M2/M3 Pro, M1/M2/M3 Max, and M1/M2 Ultra Mac models, Apple Intel-based Mac models, and Thunderbolt 4 PCs can support up to two displays at up to 4K @ 60Hz via Thunderbolt.
   Apple silicon M1/M2/M3 Mac models can support one external display up to 4K @ 60Hz via Thunderbolt.
4. The following Apple silicon M1/M2/M3 Mac models support a single display over a Thunderbolt port:
   - MacBook Pro (14-inch, M3, 2023)
   - MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020) - MacBookPro17,1
   - MacBook Pro (13-inch, M2, 2022) - Mac14,7
   - MacBook Air (M1, 2020) - MacBookAir10,1
   - MacBook Air (M2, 2022) - Mac14,2
   - Mac mini (M1, 2020) - Macmini9,1
5. The following Mac models provide only partial support for DisplayPort 1.4, including limiting resolution to 5K or 6K at 60Hz. Please review Apple's display specifications for your specific Mac to determine the maximum supported resolution and color depth:
   - MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018) - MacBookPro15,1
   - MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro15,2
   - MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro15,2
   - MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2019) - MacBookPro15,1 and MacBookPro15,3
   - MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro15,4
   - MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) - MacBookPro16,1 and MacBookPro16,4
   - MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro16,2
   - MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) - MacBookPro16,3
   - MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018) - MacBookAir8,1
   - MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2019) - MacBookAir8,2
   - MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020) - MacBookAir9,1
   - iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019) - iMac19,1
   - iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019) - iMac19,2
   - iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2020) - iMac20,1 and iMac20,2
   - Mac mini (2018) - Macmini8,1
   - Mac Pro (2019) - MacPro7,1
   - Mac Pro (Rack, 2019) - MacPro7,1
6. Certified HDMI 2.0 cables are required for use with HDMI 2.0 ports and displays.
7. HDMI ports can provide an audio signal for displays with built-in audio or headphone support.
8. USB ports do not support Apple Super Drive.
9. USB ports will not provide power when host computer is in Sleep Mode. In Windows, if USB ports are no longer accessible after waking from Sleep Mode, OWC Diagnostics can help. For more details, please see this article, or contact our Support Team for assistance.
10. USB 3.0 port supports speeds up to 5Gb/s and provides bus power up to 5V and 0.9A (4.5W). Devices that require more bus power will not function on this port. An auxiliary power adapter may be available for your bus-powered external storage device. Devices can be charged via this port, but may charge at a slower rate. Tablet and iPad charging are not supported.
11. USB 2.0 port supports speeds up to 480 Mb/s and provides bus power up to 5V and 0.5A (2.5W). Devices that require more bus power will not function on this port.
12. When connected via Ethernet cable, dock will detect and connect to the network automatically. Dock supports Wake-on-LAN (WoL) which allows the network to wake your computer from Sleep or Standby Mode.