Chapter 3. Use the dock
Use the video output connectors
The dock has three video output connectors to support up to three external displays:
• Two DisplayPort connectors (support DisplayPort 1.4)
• One HDMI connector (supports HDMI 2.0)
Note: For ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock v2, the HDMI connector supports HDMI 2.1.
Supported resolution
For Lenovo USB-C Dock (Windows Only), ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock, and ThinkPad Universal
USB-C Smart Dock
• One / two video output connectors: up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz
• Three video output connectors: up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 30 Hz
For ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock v2
• One DisplayPort output connector: up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz
• One HDMI output connector: up to 7680 x 4320 pixels / 60 Hz
• Two video output connectors: up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz
• Three video output connectors: up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 30 Hz
Note: Depending on the USB-C connector or Thunderbolt 3 connector on your computer, the maximum
display resolution might be different. To view the maximum display matrix, go to
us/zh/solutions/pd029622#USB-Cdock
Configure the external displays
You can configure the external displays connected to your dock:
• Set the display mode: extend, mirror or duplicate, or single display.
• Set the orientation, brightness, resolution, color, and more.
To configure the external displays:
1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select Display settings.
2. Select the display that you want to configure.
3. Configure display settings of your preference.
For more information, see the Windows help information.
Use the Ethernet connector
You can use the Ethernet connector on the dock to connect your computer to a standard 10 Mbps, 100
Mbps, or 1000 Mbps network with an Ethernet cable.
The Ethernet connector has two network status indicators. When the green indicator is on, the computer is
connected to a LAN. When the yellow indicator blinks, data is being transmitted.
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