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title: "Anker 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station (13-in-1, Thunderbolt 3) for Laptops, 85W Charging for Laptop, 18W Charging for Phones, 4K Dual Display, 10 Gbps USB-C Data, Ethernet, Audio, SD 4.0"
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# 85W laptop charging 10 Gbps USB-C data transfer 4K dual display support Anker 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station (13-in-1, Thunderbolt 3) for Laptops, 85W Charging for Laptop, 18W Charging for Phones, 4K Dual Display, 10 Gbps USB-C Data, Ethernet, Audio, SD 4.0

**Brand:** anker
**Price:** 315.91 DT
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Elevate your desk game with power, speed, and style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Anker 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station (13-in-1, Thunderbolt 3) for Laptops, 85W Charging for Laptop, 18W Charging for Phones, 4K Dual Display, 10 Gbps USB-C Data, Ethernet, Audio, SD 4.0 by anker
- **How much does it cost?** 315.91 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- anker enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted anker brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lightning-Fast Data:** 10 Gbps USB-C ports ensure rapid file transfers and seamless device connectivity.
- • **Expand Your Workspace:** Dual 4K displays at 60Hz via Thunderbolt and HDMI ports for ultimate multitasking clarity.
- • **Power Up Without Pause:** 85W Thunderbolt 3 charging keeps your laptop fueled through marathon work sessions.
- • **All-in-One Connectivity Hub:** 13 ports including Ethernet, SD 4.0, USB-A/C, and audio jack to streamline your setup.
- • **Charge Everything, Everywhere:** 18W USB-C phone charging plus multiple power delivery options to keep all devices ready.

## Overview

The Anker577 Thunderbolt Docking Station is a versatile 13-in-1 hub designed for Windows and non-M1 MacBooks with Thunderbolt 3/4 ports. It delivers 85W laptop charging, supports dual 4K displays at 60Hz, offers ultra-fast 10 Gbps USB-C data transfer, and includes a comprehensive array of ports—Ethernet, SD 4.0, USB-A/C, HDMI, and audio—making it the ultimate productivity booster for professionals craving seamless connectivity and power.

## Description

Product Description Model Number : A8396 PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock The All-in-One Docking Station What’s in The Box PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock,180W Power Adapter, Thunderbolt 3 Cable (2.3 ft), Welcome Guide. Dimensions and Weight Height: 125.8 mm / 4.9 in; Width: 88.5 mm / 3.5 in; Depth: 41.9 mm / 1.6 in; Weight: 490 g / 17.3 oz Compatible Devices MacBook Air 2020/2019/2018, MacBook Pro 2020/2019/2018/2017/2016; XPS, Inspiron 7000, Latitude 7000/5000; EliteBook; Yoga X1/C900/C700, ThinkPad X390/T490/T590; Swift 7/5/3, Spin 7/5/3; ZenBook Pro Duo; NoteBook 9 Pro, NoteBook 9 Pen, NoteBook 9 System Requirements: The host device must support Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alt Mode or USB-C 3.1 (generation 1 or 2). Compatible Operating Systems macOS 10.12, Windows 8/10, iPadOS, Linux OS Notes For MacBook Air/Pro 2020 with an M1 chip, A8396 can not connect to two monitors at the same time, but you can daisy chain multiple monitors via the Thunderbolt 3 downstream port. The cable connected to your laptop must be a Thunderbolt 3 cable. Connect Everything Imaginable A total of 13 ports offer unparalleled functionality. From high-speed charging to high-definition media display, ultra-fast data transfer to crystal clear audio output—PowerExpand has it all. Fast-Charging to Multiple Devices The 85W Thunderbolt 3 port provides enough power to fully charge a MacBook Pro 13.3ʺ in less than 2 hours, while an 18W Power Delivery USB-C port can charge an iPhone 11 in just 1.75 hours. Transfer Files in Seconds The Thunderbolt 3 port supports a bandwidth of up to 40Gbps—enough to transfer a 20GB file in just over 6 seconds. SD and microSD card slots support virtually all SD card formats for seamless access to photos and other media files. Total Multimedia Connectivity Connect to multiple monitors via the Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI ports for a simpler and more productive experience. A 3.5mm AUX port lets you listen to music or take part in meetings in full 48 kHz/16-bit digital transmission. *The Adopted Trademarks HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. For Macbook Air/Pro 2020 with an M1 chip, A8396 can not connect to two monitors at the same time, but you can daisy chain multiple monitors via the Thunderbolt 3 downstream port. Frequently Asked Questions 1: Will this dock work with any laptop? How do I make sure my laptop works with this dock？ This dock works with laptops with a Thunderbolt 3 port, or with a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery. To confirm the USB-C port function of your laptop, consult your user manual or contact your laptop’s manufacturer. 2: What kind of cable should I use to connect the dock to my laptop? It’s recommended that you use the included Thunderbolt 3 cable. If you need to use a different cable (due to loss etc.), then another Thunderbolt 3 cable would also be compatible. 3: How to deal with screen drop, black screen, or screen flickering issues when connecting to an external monitor? After the dock has just been connected to the external monitor, it's normal for there to be some degree of flickering. It should go away in a few seconds. If you experience any screen issues after waking up your laptop, restart the dock; If your laptop or the docking station has not been shut down for a long time and you’re experiencing screen issues, please restart the dock. 4: How many external displays can this dock support and what are the maximum resolutions? This dock supports connection to two external monitors—one connected via the HDMI 2.0 port, and another via the USB-C Thunderbolt 3 downstream port. You can also connect to a third monitor by connecting a USB-C to dual HDMI adapter to the Thunderbolt 3 downstream port. Below are the maximum resolutions 1) Single monitor: 5K (5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz) via the Thunderbolt 3 downstream port; 4K (4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz) via the HDMI port. 2) Dual monitor: 4K (4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz) via the Thunderbolt 3 downstream port and HDMI port. 5: Why does the dock feel warm? When charging or transferring data at high speed, the dock’s temperature may increase. This heat is dissipated through the aluminum exterior, so it may feel warm to the touch. Don't worry, this is within the normal limits of the dock’s operation. 6: The charging output of the dock is listed as 85W, which is lower than my MacBook charger’s output. Will the dock still be able to power my MacBook? This dock supports up to 85W of charging via the Thunderbolt 3 port on the back of the dock (indicated with a computer icon). It will charge slower than an 87W/96W MacBook charger, but it will still charge at a relatively high speed.

Review: Perfect for M1 MacBook Air 2020 - Despite the product description, this works flawlessly with the M1 MacBook Air, the only shortfall being that the dual external display feature does not work for first generation M1 Macs - due to an inherent limitation on the MacBook’s side (it only supports the on-board display plus one 6K display according to Apple’s tech specs). I did call Anker support prior to the purchase but now I can confirm this first hand with my MacBook Air (2020) and 2K display which I’m using. Otherwise it’s sleek and precision built with very small footprint and works like a charm - I love it and easily prefer it over some other USB hubs I have tried. It has an anti-slip feature for vertical placement, so while I have no problem using it in horizontal position, it can slip around a bit if used in this position. The all-metal enclosure is designed to dissipate operating heat with radiator fins on both sides, so it does get considerably warm-hot. While it seems well within the design tolerances, that’s another reason you may wish to use it vertically so as not to obstruct the sides to the environment. It was well worth the rather high price tag - happy with the purchase.
Review: Expensive, but quality makes it a great solution for specific IT problems. - A well-designed and well-built Thunderbolt docking station. The expense of such a Thunderbolt dock is NOT needed for many modern computers and laptops where cheaper USB 3 or USB 3.1 devices will meet common needs well. But this dock does a great job in extending the functionality of specific IT products. In particular, it can keep older Apple devices with built-in support for Thunderbolt but poor USB support genuinely useful for much longer than might be expected. An old 2011 iMac (High Sierra) with its still-nice display but dead internal boot drive becomes useful with modern peripherals including fast SSD drives. This generation of Apple computer only had USB 2 support so the Thunderbolt route was worth going down, allowing the purchase and use of cost-effective modern peripherals that can be re-used elsewhere when the iMac finally dies. Note that the dock DOES NOT provide the ability to boot High Sierra from a cheap external USB3 SSD. You can either boot such an elderly iMac direct from a Thunderbolt drive (Thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 3 using an Apple Thunderbolt 2 to Thunderbolt 3 adapter), or from Firewire, or from the iMac's usb 2 bus. All are a decent upgrade from the original internal hard disk drive! Is the Anker dock recommended? It's a great dock of its type and has behaved flawlessly to its specifications. Well-built and not unreasonably hot in a well-ventilated room even charging up a laptop. Reasonably small - the brick-like power supply can probably be hidden below/behind your desk. Looks quite smart with Apple 'aluminium' computers in particular. Decent range of ports which all worked as specified in the item I bought. On a wider question, is an expensive Thunderbolt dock worthwhile? Yes, in particular cases the expense to extend the life of older equipment that otherwise meets all requirements is cost effective. In other cases, it might be better to simply buy current-generation computers that 'leap-frog' Thunderbolt 3 technology altogether. Depends on the relative costs and disruption to the user. Check the technical specs and think what you want to achieve. I and the user are happy. Minimal disruption to move to the Anker dock, and its fast external USB 3 data drives and Time Machine backup keep an elderly iMac pleasant to use until something else breaks!

## Features

- Compatibility Information: Works with Windows laptops or non-M1 MacBooks equipped with a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port. Not compatible with M1 MacBooks or Linux or Chrome OS laptops.
- Incredible Expansion: Equipped with dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, 2 USB-C ports, 4 USB-A ports, an HDMI port, an Ethernet port, SD/microSD card slots, and a 3.5 mm AUX port.
- Unparalleled Charging Options: With 85W and 15W Thunderbolt 3 ports plus an 18W USB-C Power Delivery port, PowerExpand offers multiple ways to get a high-speed charge for anything from laptops to phones and more.
- Dual Display: The Thunderbolt 3 port supports 5K@60Hz while the HDMI port supports a resolution of 4K@60Hz. Connect to both simultaneously to enjoy crystal-clear streaming or mirroring across 2 displays in 4K@60Hz.
- What You Get: Anker 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station (13-in-1, Thunderbolt 3)/PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock, 180W power adapter, Thunderbolt 3 cable (2.3 ft), welcome guide, our worry-free 18-month warranty, and great customer service.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B087BCRS1D |
| Best Sellers Rank | 77,427 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 633 in Docking Stations |
| Brand | Anker |
| Brand Name | Anker |
| Colour | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | MacBook Air, MacBook Pro |
| Compatible devices | MacBook Air, MacBook Pro |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 out of 5 stars 202 Reviews |
| Hardware Interface | DisplayPort, Ethernet, HDMI, MicroSD, Thunderbolt 3, USB, USB Type C |
| Hardware interface | DisplayPort , Ethernet, HDMI , MicroSD, Thunderbolt 3, USB, USB Type C |
| Input Voltage | 20 Volts (DC) |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 8.9L x 4.1W x 12.4H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 1.08 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Anker |
| Manufacturer Part Number | A8396 |
| Model Number | A8396 |
| Number of Ports | 13 |
| Product dimensions | 8.9L x 4.1W x 12.4H centimetres |
| Total HDMI Port | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 6 |
| Total USB ports | 6 |
| UPC | 194644163037 |
| Wattage | 85 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Anker
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Compatible devices:** MacBook Air, MacBook Pro
- **Hardware interface:** DisplayPort, Ethernet, HDMI, MicroSD, Thunderbolt 3, USB, USB Type C
- **Item weight:** 490 g
- **Number of ports:** 13
- **Product dimensions:** 8.9L x 4.1W x 12.4H centimetres
- **Total HDMI ports:** 1
- **Total USB ports:** 6
- **Wattage:** 85 watts

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this work with an alienware area 51M ?**
A: Yes, this dock works an Alienware area 51M since an Alienware area 51M has a Thunderbolt 3 port.

**Q: Is it possible to connect a pc via the second thunderbolt 3 connection whilst also having a laptop connected? effectively making a usb hub for the pc?**
A: No that won't work, at least I've tried it with 2 Macs and only 1 will work at a time for display or drives. The 2 back thunderbolt ports are essentially input/output. The 85watt one has an image of a screen on it, the other only the thunderbolt image so I think they're configured as upstream/downstream and power delivery. The front 2 USB-C I have no issues with charging though only 1 of those is power Delivery at 18Watts.

**Q: Is this confirmed as working with an iPad Pro M1 (5th generation, 2021, 12.9") ?**
A: No, it is not compatible with the iPad Pro M1 (5th generation, 2021, 12.9"). For the smooth performance of this dock, we don't recommend using this dock with the iPad Pro M1 (5th generation, 2021, 12.9"). So sorry for all the inconvenience and thank you for your interest.

**Q: Does it share internet connection via usb if the ethernet is connected to the router?**
A: Please plug the ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the dock for internet connection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for M1 MacBook Air 2020
*by A***R on 15 May 2023*

Despite the product description, this works flawlessly with the M1 MacBook Air, the only shortfall being that the dual external display feature does not work for first generation M1 Macs - due to an inherent limitation on the MacBook’s side (it only supports the on-board display plus one 6K display according to Apple’s tech specs). I did call Anker support prior to the purchase but now I can confirm this first hand with my MacBook Air (2020) and 2K display which I’m using. Otherwise it’s sleek and precision built with very small footprint and works like a charm - I love it and easily prefer it over some other USB hubs I have tried. It has an anti-slip feature for vertical placement, so while I have no problem using it in horizontal position, it can slip around a bit if used in this position. The all-metal enclosure is designed to dissipate operating heat with radiator fins on both sides, so it does get considerably warm-hot. While it seems well within the design tolerances, that’s another reason you may wish to use it vertically so as not to obstruct the sides to the environment. It was well worth the rather high price tag - happy with the purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Expensive, but quality makes it a great solution for specific IT problems.
*by C***N on 31 January 2022*

A well-designed and well-built Thunderbolt docking station. The expense of such a Thunderbolt dock is NOT needed for many modern computers and laptops where cheaper USB 3 or USB 3.1 devices will meet common needs well. But this dock does a great job in extending the functionality of specific IT products. In particular, it can keep older Apple devices with built-in support for Thunderbolt but poor USB support genuinely useful for much longer than might be expected. An old 2011 iMac (High Sierra) with its still-nice display but dead internal boot drive becomes useful with modern peripherals including fast SSD drives. This generation of Apple computer only had USB 2 support so the Thunderbolt route was worth going down, allowing the purchase and use of cost-effective modern peripherals that can be re-used elsewhere when the iMac finally dies. Note that the dock DOES NOT provide the ability to boot High Sierra from a cheap external USB3 SSD. You can either boot such an elderly iMac direct from a Thunderbolt drive (Thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 3 using an Apple Thunderbolt 2 to Thunderbolt 3 adapter), or from Firewire, or from the iMac's usb 2 bus. All are a decent upgrade from the original internal hard disk drive! Is the Anker dock recommended? It's a great dock of its type and has behaved flawlessly to its specifications. Well-built and not unreasonably hot in a well-ventilated room even charging up a laptop. Reasonably small - the brick-like power supply can probably be hidden below/behind your desk. Looks quite smart with Apple 'aluminium' computers in particular. Decent range of ports which all worked as specified in the item I bought. On a wider question, is an expensive Thunderbolt dock worthwhile? Yes, in particular cases the expense to extend the life of older equipment that otherwise meets all requirements is cost effective. In other cases, it might be better to simply buy current-generation computers that 'leap-frog' Thunderbolt 3 technology altogether. Depends on the relative costs and disruption to the user. Check the technical specs and think what you want to achieve. I and the user are happy. Minimal disruption to move to the Anker dock, and its fast external USB 3 data drives and Time Machine backup keep an elderly iMac pleasant to use until something else breaks!

### ⭐ Unreliable and prone to early failure - avoid!
*by T***R on 9 April 2024*

I bought an Anker Power Expand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock and installed it on my desktop - attached to a 32" display and a Dell XPS 13 laptop, the unit has remained static on my desktop, normal, light usage. 15months later it stopped working. To Anker's credit they replaced it under warranty. 17 months later the replacement has failed. Anker have declined to replace the unit, they say the 18mth warranty of the original unit has expired. Having paid £200 for a unit like this I expect it to last a good few years not months. Having some knowledge of electronics I have always been concerned, as noted I now realise by other users, about how hot this unit runs - there are no cooling fins or air vents. To quote Anker "I understand your concern that two units have failed. If a product has a basic quality issue, we would issue a recall. But this is not the case with the item you purchased; we have no increased defect rate for this product." Reading various reviews it would appear I am not the only person to suffer a failure. My advice to potential buyers is to steer clear, it is quite possible that like me you will end up with a £200 doorstop.

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