Lenovo ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2 (Model 40AS0090US) Instruction Manual

1. Уводзіны

The Lenovo ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2 is a universal docking solution designed to expand the capabilities of your USB-C enabled laptop. It provides a single-cable connection for multiple peripherals, external displays, and network access, while also charging your notebook. This dock is engineered to streamline your workflow and maximize productivity by offering a wide array of ports and features.

Figure 1: Lenovo ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2

2. Што ўваходзіць у камплект

Праверце наяўнасць усіх прадметаў у камплекце:

• Док-станцыя ThinkPad USB-C 2-га пакалення
• 90W AC Power adapter
• Сеткавы шнур
• USB-кабель C

Figure 2: Docking station and included accessories

3. Інструкцыі па ўсталёўцы

1. Падключыце адаптар сілкавання: Plug the 90W AC power adapter into the dock's power input port and then into a wall outlet.
2. Падключэнне знешніх дысплеяў: Connect your monitors to the dock using the available HDMI or DisplayPort connections. The dock supports up to three external monitors (max 1 x 4K @ 60Hz or 2 x 4K @ 30Hz, depending on system output).
3. Падключэнне перыферыйных прылад: Attach your USB devices (keyboard, mouse, external drives) to the USB 3.1 and USB 2.0 ports on the dock.
4. Падключэнне да сеткі: For a stable wired connection, plug an Ethernet cable into the Gigabit Ethernet port on the dock.
5. Падключэнне да ноўтбука: Use the provided USB-C cable to connect the dock to your laptop's USB-C port. Ensure you connect to the correct USB-C port on your laptop, especially if it has multiple USB-C ports (e.g., avoid power-only ports if a Thunderbolt/data port is available).
6. Уключэнне: Once all connections are secure, power on your laptop. The dock should be automatically recognized, and your external displays and peripherals will become active.

Figure 3: Laptop connected to the docking station with an external display

4. Кіраванне док-станцыяй

The ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2 is designed for plug-and-play operation. Once connected, your laptop will automatically detect the dock and its connected devices. You can configure display settings through your operating system's display preferences.

Канфігурацыя дысплея

To configure your external displays:

• Windows: Right-click on the desktop, select 'Display settings', and arrange your monitors as desired. You can choose to extend, duplicate, or show only on one display.
• MacOS: Go to 'System Preferences' > 'Displays' to adjust resolution, arrangement, and mirroring options.

Кіраванне харчаваннем

The dock supports advanced power management features for ThinkPad systems, including PXE Boot, System Wake-on-LAN from sleep, hibernate, and power-off modes. It also supports passing the ThinkPad MAC address through the dock for network management.

5. Ports and Features Overview

The ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2 offers a comprehensive set of ports to meet various connectivity needs:

• Порты USB 3.1: 3x USB 3.1 ports for high-speed data transfer and connecting modern peripherals.
• Порты USB 2.0: 2x USB 2.0 ports for connecting legacy devices like keyboards and mice.
• Камбінаваны аўдыёраз'ём: 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack for headphones or headsets.
• Гігабітны Ethernet: 1x RJ45 port for a stable and fast wired network connection.
• Порт HDMI: 1x HDMI port for connecting external displays.
• DisplayPort: 2x DisplayPort for connecting external displays.
• USB-C Port (for laptop connection): 1x USB-C port for connecting to your laptop, providing power, data, and video.

Малюнак 4: Спераду view of the docking station with USB-C, USB 3.1, and audio jack

Малюнак 5: Задняя частка view of the docking station with multiple USB, Ethernet, HDMI, and DisplayPort connections

6. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

To ensure optimal performance and longevity of your ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• Уборка: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the dock. Avoid liquid cleaners or abrasive materials.
• Вентыляцыя: Пераканайцеся, што док-станцыя размешчана ў добра вентыляваным месцы, каб пазбегнуць перагрэву. Не блакуйце вентыляцыйныя адтуліны.
• Кабельнае кіраванне: Трымайце кабелі акуратна, без перагібаў і празмерных выгібаў, каб пазбегнуць пашкоджанняў.
• Абнаўленні прашыўкі: Перыядычна правярайце службу падтрымкі Lenovo website for any available firmware updates for your dock. Updates can improve performance, stability, and compatibility.

7. Выпраўленне непаладак

If you encounter issues with your ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2, try the following solutions:

• Няма вываду на дысплей:
  • Ensure the dock's power adapter is securely connected and the dock is receiving power.
  • Verify that the USB-C cable connecting the dock to your laptop is plugged into a compatible USB-C port that supports video output (not just power).
  • Праверце ўсе кабелі дысплея (HDMI, DisplayPort) на надзейнасць падключэння.
  • Try disconnecting and reconnecting the USB-C cable from your laptop.
  • Update your laptop's graphics drivers and the dock's firmware.
• USB-прылады не распазнаюцца:
  • Ensure the USB devices are properly seated in the dock's USB ports.
  • Try connecting the device directly to your laptop to confirm it's functional.
  • Перазагрузіце ноўтбук.
• Праблемы з падключэннем да сеткі:
  • Праверце падключэнне кабеля Ethernet да док-станцыі і маршрутызатара/мадэма.
  • Праверце налады сеткі на вашым ноўтбуку.
• Dock Feels Warm:
  • It is normal for the dock to feel warm during extended use, especially when charging a laptop and driving multiple displays. Ensure adequate ventilation around the device.

8. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

9. Сумяшчальныя прылады

The ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2 is compatible with various Lenovo ThinkPad models. Please refer to your laptop's documentation or the Lenovo support website for the most up-to-date compatibility list. Known compatible models include:

• ThinkPad T490: 20N2, 20N3, 20Q9, 20QH
• ThinkPad T590: 20N4, 20N5
• ThinkPad X280: 20KE, 20KF
• ThinkPad T480: 20L5, 20L6
• ThinkPad X1 Carbon 6th Gen: 20KH, 20KG
• ThinkPad X270: 20HM, 20HN, 20K5, 20K6
• ThinkPad T480s: 20L7, 20L8
• ThinkPad X1 Carbon 7th Gen
• ThinkPad X1 Yoga 3rd Gen
• ThinkPad X1 Yoga 4th Gen
• ThinkPad X1 X270, X1 X280, X1 X390 Yoga, X1 X395
• ThinkPad X1 Tablet Generation 3
• Lenovo V340-17IWL, E490, E590, L390, P53s

10. Гарантыя і падтрымка

Каб атрымаць інфармацыю аб гарантыі, тэхнічнай падтрымцы і дадатковыя рэсурсы, наведайце афіцыйны сайт падтрымкі Lenovo website. Keep your purchase receipt and product serial number handy for any warranty claims or support inquiries.

Інтэрнэт-падтрымка: support.lenovo.com