Product Overview
The 40AY0090US — also known as the ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock — is a sleek, one-cable docking station built to simplify connectivity for modern USB-C laptops. With broad compatibility across device brands and a powerful set of ports and power delivery, this dock turns your laptop into a full-featured workstation. It’s ideal for office users, hybrid workers, and IT managers who want a universal docking solution that works across mixed hardware environments.
Key Features and Benefits
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Universal Compatibility
Designed to support a wide range of USB-C devices — not just ThinkPads. Ideal for environments with mixed-brand laptops where a single dock must serve everyone. -
Single-Cable Convenience
Tackles clutter by combining power, data, and display connectivity into a single USB-C cable. Plug it in and immediately gain access to displays, network, storage, and more. -
Robust Display Support
Offers multiple video outputs (DisplayPort ×2 and HDMI ×1) so you can run up to three external monitors (depending on your laptop’s capabilities). -
Efficient Power Delivery
Equipped with a 90 W power adapter (included) to charge most USB-C laptops. For machines that need up to 100 W, you can use a higher-watt Slim Tip adapter separately. -
IT-Friendly Features
Built-in support for remote management tools, firmware updates, PXE boot, WOL (Wake-on-LAN), and MAC Address Pass Through — all things that simplify deployment and maintenance. -
Compact & Durable Build
The dock’s slim profile reduces desk clutter. It also includes a Kensington lock slot for security in shared or public spaces.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Host Interface | USB Type-C (with alternate mode for video) |
| Video Outputs | 2 × DisplayPort 1.4, 1 × HDMI 2.0 |
| Maximum Supported Displays | Up to 3 external monitors (depending on host capabilities) |
| USB Ports | 3 × USB 3.x (Type-A), 2 × USB 2.0 (Type-A), 1 × USB-C (data) |
| Ethernet | 1 × Gigabit RJ-45 |
| Audio | 3.5 mm combo audio jack |
| Power Adapter | 90 W (included) |
| Max Power Delivery | Up to ~100 W (with optional adapter) |
| Supported Resolutions | Up to 4K (typically 3840 × 2160) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 1.21″ × 6.73″ × 3.15″ |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
| Additional Features | PXE boot, WOL, firmware auto-update, MAC pass-through, Kensington lock slot |
Product Information
When you connect your laptop via USB-C to the 40AY0090US dock, you instantly unlock a full suite of peripherals. Plug in your monitors, network cable, external storage, keyboard and mouse — all through the dock. No more swapping cables every day.
It’s especially useful in workplaces with devices from different manufacturers: the dock’s universal design means you don’t need brand-specific units crowding your support inventory. The firmware self-updates in the background, reducing maintenance overhead.
Display flexibility is strong. If your laptop supports it, you can drive up to three external screens using the two DisplayPorts and the HDMI connector. The included 90 W power adapter handles most charging needs, while a higher-watt adapter can push it further when needed.
For IT teams, features like remote firmware updates, Wake-on-LAN, and PXE boot make the dock manageable even at scale. The compact casing is robust enough for everyday use and includes a security slot so you can safeguard it in shared environments.
In short: the ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock (40AY0090US) becomes your central hub — one cable in, all your workspace peripherals connected and ready.