Plugable UD-3900PDZ USB-C Triple Display Docking Station with 60W Charging

Experience expansive productivity with the Plugable UD-3900PDZ USB-C Docking Station, a versatile hub built for modern workspaces where a single connection should do it all. This docking station unlocks multi-display potential by delivering up to three HDMI displays through a smart combination of USB-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode (Alt Mode) and DisplayLink USB graphics, so you can spread your workflow across multiple screens without sacrificing performance. With 60W USB-C Power Delivery (PD) charging, you can keep your laptop charged while you multitask, ensuring you stay powered through deadlines, meetings, and creative sessions. A Gigabit Ethernet port delivers reliable wired network performance, and six USB ports give you fast access to peripherals, storage, and audio devices. Designed for broad compatibility with Windows and Mac systems that support USB-C or Thunderbolt connections, the UD-3900PDZ is a cross‑platform hub that streamlines your desk and accelerates your productivity. From content creation to data analysis, this dock keeps your workspace organized, your devices connected, and your screen real estate maximized.

• Triple-display versatility: The UD-3900PDZ supports up to three HDMI displays by leveraging a hybrid approach that combines USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with DisplayLink graphics. This allows you to extend or mirror your desktop across multiple monitors, making it ideal for video editing, financial dashboards, software development, and multi‑task workflows. The docking station handles a range of common resolutions and color profiles, providing smooth transitions between apps and responsive window management. Whether you’re building a multi-monitor trading desk, a creative workstation, or a classroom learning setup, you’ll appreciate the added screen real estate and streamlined cabling that keeps your workspace clutter‑free.
• Powerful, reliable charging: A single USB-C Power Delivery (PD) connection delivers up to 60W charging to your host laptop, helping you maintain battery life while you work. This eliminates the need for a separate charger on your desk and reduces cable clutter. The PD passthrough is designed to support most mainstream laptops and ultrabooks during intensive tasks, so you can run demanding applications while your battery stays topped up. In practice, you’ll experience fewer interruptions during long conferences, design sessions, and heavy multi‑tasking as the dock keeps your computer powered and ready.
• Comprehensive connectivity: Beyond display and charging, the dock includes Gigabit Ethernet for stable, high‑speed network access, plus six USB ports to connect keyboards, mice, printers, external storage, audio interfaces, and more. This broad port availability lets you create a complete workstation without reaching for additional hubs. The audio output lets you route headphones or speakers through the dock for clean, centralized audio management, while keeping USB ports available for your favorite peripherals. With this level of connectivity, you can set up a dependable, all‑in‑one desk solution that adapts to changing workstyles.
• Cross‑platform compatibility and ease of use: The UD-3900PDZ is designed to work with Windows and Mac systems featuring USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 connections. It supports plug‑and‑play operation for standard configurations, with DisplayLink drivers available if you need to drive additional displays or optimize performance. This makes the dock a strong choice for mixed‑device environments, classrooms, home offices, and shared workspaces where users bring a variety of laptops. Expect straightforward installation, automatic display detection, and a tidy desk layout that reduces cable clutter while expanding your screen real estate.
• Scalable, all‑in‑one workstation hub: This docking station consolidates charging, display expansion, and peripheral connectivity into a single solution. By centralizing power, video, and USB devices, the UD-3900PDZ helps you minimize adapters and cable tangling, creating a cleaner, more productive workspace. It’s well suited for professionals who demand reliable multi‑screen setups, educators who need screen sharing across devices, and creators who require rapid access to external storage and audio gear—all through a single, easy‑to‑manage dock.

Technical Details of Plugable UD-3900PDZ

• Display outputs: Supports up to three HDMI displays via a combination of USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode and DisplayLink USB graphics.
• Host charging: 60W USB-C Power Delivery (PD) to the host laptop.
• Networking: Gigabit Ethernet port for reliable wired network connectivity.
• Audio: 3.5mm audio output for headphones or speakers directly from the dock.
• USB connectivity: Six USB device ports to connect peripherals, storage, and more.
• Compatibility: Works with Windows and Mac systems that provide USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4 hosts; supports DisplayLink drivers when needed for additional displays.

How to install Plugable UD-3900PDZ

• Connect the dock to your computer using a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4 port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode or DisplayLink functionality.
• Attach up to three HDMI displays to the dock’s HDMI outputs, then arrange the displays in your operating system’s display settings to your preferred layout (extended, mirrored, or a combination).
• Plug in the dock’s power supply to a wall outlet to provide up to 60W of USB-C PD to the host and to power the dock’s components.
• Connect Ethernet to the Gigabit port and attach your USB peripherals, such as keyboards, mice, storage drives, and audio devices, to the six USB ports on the dock.
• Power on your computer. If additional displays are required beyond Alt Mode coverage, install the necessary DisplayLink drivers as prompted by your OS or the manufacturer’s installer, and then verify display detection and arrangement in your display settings.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: How many displays can I run with the Plugable UD-3900PDZ? A: The dock supports up to three HDMI displays simultaneously by combining USB-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode with DisplayLink graphics, giving you extensive screen real estate for multitasking and detailed workflows.
• Q: Do I need DisplayLink drivers? A: DisplayLink drivers are typically required to drive additional displays beyond what Alt Mode can handle. For basic operation and two displays, you may not need extra drivers, but for full triple‑display setups, you’ll likely install DisplayLink software as recommended by Plugable.
• Q: How much charging power does the dock provide? A: The UD-3900PDZ includes 60W USB-C Power Delivery to the host laptop, which should be sufficient for most mainstream laptops while the dock is in use.
• Q: Can I connect a Mac and a Windows PC at the same time? A: Yes. The dock is designed to be cross‑platform compatible with USB-C or Thunderbolt hosts on both Windows and Mac systems. You can switch devices as needed, though each host will manage its own display configuration.
• Q: What kind of network and USB connectivity does it offer? A: The dock provides a Gigabit Ethernet port for reliable wired networking and six USB ports to connect peripherals, storage devices, and audio equipment, helping you build a complete, single‑cable workstation.
• Q: Is this dock suitable for professional workflows? A: Absolutely. With triple HDMI display support, robust charging, wired networking, and extensive USB connectivity, the UD-3900PDZ is well suited for content creation, coding, data analysis, financial monitoring, and collaborative environments where multiple devices and displays are in use.