Universal Docking Station

my setup:

  • bought a monitor with integrated USB hub
  • connect to laptop via USB-C. make sure Monitor has the appropriate power-via-USB-C-rating
  • everything else (except for Headset bluetooth dongles) connected to the monitor
    • Keyboard
    • Mouse
    • Webcam

this setup allows me to seamlessly plug in private or work laptop with fiddling limited to one cable

my monitors (no affiliate links or so):

differences:

  • the newer Philips has higher USB-C power rating of 65W (reason for upgrade => no separate power adapter for my laptop reuqired)
  • the older HP was better (faster) in detecting and switching between inputs (USB-C vs. HDMI (raspberry))

I am happy with this setup :slight_smile:

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