Toshiba has just released the latest Dynadock V10 (PA3778E-1PRP) which is categorized as a USB port replicator. This Dynadock is of minimal size and weight and also has a built-in DisplayLink’s USB virtual graphics technology that allows single cable, multi-monitor computing capabilities.
DisplayLink DL-165 chip USB virtual graphics technology that enables 1080p content to go through a USB port and then into a DVI monitor. Basically, this gadget works just like the usual USB docking station but with lower size and weight. The features of this device includes a single DVI port, headphone out, microphone in, four USB 2.0 ports, power port, support for resolution up to 1920 x 1080.
Features of Toshiba Dynadock V10
- Four USB 2.0 ports
- Ethernet LAN 10/100
- Output jack for headphone
- Input jack for microphone
- DVI-I video output
- VGA output
- Connect up to three monitors at a time
- Two power charge support for USB devices
For smoother video playback this device also have a software and hardware advances that has increased the overall performance.This DisplayLink Certified device is compatible with Windows 200, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7.
Dennis Crespo, an executive vice president of business development and marketing for DisplayLink said about this device that
DisplayLink’s USB virtual graphics provide a quick, simple way for laptop users to double their visual workspace. The dynadock V10 is another practical, productive Toshiba docking solution that is the perfect campaign for today’s thin and light Notebooks and Netbooks.
The Toshiba’s DisplayLink-enabled Dynadock V10 USB port replicator dock is expected to ship in February for $119.99.
Press Release of Toshiba Dynadock V10 USB Port Replicator
PALO ALTO, Calif. and LAS VEGAS — Toshiba’s new laptop and netbook docking station offers the productivity and convenience benefits of a universal docking station with a minimal size and lightweight – and offers single cable connectivity and multi-monitor computing capabilities enabled by DisplayLink Corp.’s innovative USB virtual graphics technology.
DisplayLink’s unique silicon and software solution allows consumers to plug the new Toshiba dynadock™ V10 –USB Mini Port Replicator to any laptop PC with just one easy USB connection. Then, anything connected to the dock – such as an extra monitor, other peripherals like keyboards, mice and digital cameras, and even Ethernet – is immediately and automatically available for use.
The dynadock™ V10 is Toshiba’s first dock that combines an entry level cost with a full set of features in a mini sized package – making it an easy-to-choose computing companion for consumers and business travelers. It’s half the size and one-third thinner than other products in the dynadock™ family.
“DisplayLink’s USB virtual graphics provide a quick, simple way for laptop users to double their visual workspace,” said Dennis Crespo, executive vice president of business development and marketing for DisplayLink. “The dynadock V10 is another practical, productive Toshiba docking solution that is the perfect campaign for today’s thin and light Notebooks and Netbooks.”
Delivering crisp, fast-response graphics via USB 2.0 is enabled by DisplayLink’s DL-165 chip, part of the new DL-1×5 chip series introduced earlier this year. The DL-165 supports display resolutions up to 1920×1080 and features software and hardware advances that increase overall performance, allowing for smoother video playback.
Other features of the new Toshiba V10 mini dock include four USB 2.0 ports, a DVI connector, audio, 10/100 Ethernet. The DisplayLink Certified device also is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7.
The Toshiba dynadock V10, part number PA3778E-1PRP, is available immediately in Europe. For more information, visit the Toshiba Europe accessory site.
[ Via BusinessWire ]