Dell TB16 (TBDOCK-240W) user manual

Contents

1. Dell Thunderbolt Dock TB16 User Guidep. 3
2. Introductionp. 4

   The Dell Thunderbolt Dock TB16 is a device that links all your electronic devices to your laptop computer using Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) cable interface. When…

3. Hardware Requirementsp. 7

   Before using the docking station, ensure that your laptop or PC has a Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) port. 3 Hardware Requirements 7

4. Identifying Parts and Featuresp. 8

   Figure 1. Identifying Parts and Features — Front Audio headset port USB 3.0 port with PowerShare USB 3.0 port Power Adapter LED Indicator Sleep/Wake up/Power…

5. Important Informationp. 10

   You must update your computer’s BIOS and the Dell Docking Station drivers to the latest versions available at www.dell.com/support before using the docking…

6. Quick Setup of Hardwarep. 11

   Update your system's BIOS and drivers from www.dell.com/support/drivers 2 Connect the AC adapter to a power outlet. Then, connect the AC adapter to the 7.4 mm…

7. Thunderbolt Settings and Security Optionsp. 13

   Thunderbolt Driver Setting 1 Connect the Thunderbolt Device to the system. The Thunderbolt icon appears in the system tray. 2 An Authentication window pops up…

8. Thunderbolt Driver Settingp. 13

   Connect the Thunderbolt Device to the system. The Thunderbolt icon appears in the system tray. 2 An Authentication window pops up for the user to select the…

9. Thunderbolt Configurationp. 16

   If Dell BIOS is used in your system, you may find below Control options in Thunderbolt™ Configuration page in your BIOS Setup: 1 Enable Thunderbolt™ Technology…

10. Thunderbolt Securityp. 17

    The settings below configure the Thunderbolt™ adapter security settings within the operating system. Security Levels are not applicable or enforced in the…

11. Setup of External Monitorsp. 18

    Updating the graphics drivers for your computer The Microsoft Windows operating systems include the VGA graphics drivers only. Therefore, for optimum graphics…

12. Updating the graphics drivers for your computerp. 18

    The Microsoft Windows operating systems include the VGA graphics drivers only. Therefore, for optimum graphics performance, it is recommended that Dell…

13. Configuring your Monitorsp. 18

    If connecting two displays, follow these steps: 1 Click the icon list on the task bar. 2 Click the Intel HD Graphics utility on your taskbar as shown here. 3…

14. Display Resolution Tablep. 22

    Table 1. Display Resolution Table Single Display (maximum resolution) Dual Display (maximum resolution) Triple Display (maximum resolution) Quad Display…

15. Technical specificationsp. 23
16. LED Status Indicatorsp. 23

    Docking Specifications • Input/Output (I/O) Connectors LED Status Indicators Power Adapter LED Table 2. Power Adapter LED indicator State LED Behavior Power…

17. Docking Specificationsp. 24

    Standard • Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) Video Ports • mini DisplayPort x 1 (supports DP 1.2) • DisplayPort x 1 • HDMI x 1 (supports HDMI 1.4a) • VGA Port x 1 •…

18. Input/Output (I/O) Connectorsp. 26

    The Dell Thunderbolt Dock TB16 has the below I/O connectors: Video Ports • mini DisplayPort x 1 • DisplayPort x 1 • HDMI x 1 • VGA x 1 • Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C)…

19. Removing the Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) Cablep. 27

    The Dell Thunderbolt Dock TB16 is shipped with the Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) cable attached. To remove/change the cable, follow these steps: 1 Turn over the…

20. Frequently asked questionsp. 32

    The fan is not working after connecting with the system. • The fan is triggered by temperature. The dock fan will not rotate until the dock is hot enough to…

21. Troubleshooting the Dell Thunderbolt Dock TB16p. 34

    Symptoms and Solutions Symptoms Suggested solutions 1. No video on the monitors attached to the High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), mini-DisplayPort…

22. Symptoms and Solutionsp. 34

    Symptoms Suggested solutions 1. No video on the monitors attached to the High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), mini-DisplayPort (mDP) port, or…

23. Getting helpp. 37

    Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell…

24. Contacting Dellp. 37

    NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.…