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3.  Select a corresponding option for the Wake on LAN feature.

4.  Press F10 to save the settings and exit.

Use the video output connectors

The video output connectors on the rear of the dock support up to two external displays. The external 
displays connected to the dock will not be on until your computer enters the Windows operating system. Do 
not use the DisplayPort connector and HDMI connector as shown at the same time. Otherwise, only the 
monitor connected to the DisplayPort connector will be on. 

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Maximum resolutions

This section shows the maximum resolutions of the external displays. The maximum resolution might vary 
depending on the computer. 

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ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Dock Gen 2: 

Maximum resolution

Computer requirement

Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz

With a USB-C connector (Thunderbolt 3 compatible)

Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 30 Hz

Without a USB-C connector (Thunderbolt 3 compatible)

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ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock: 

Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz

For the latest maximum display matrix, go to 

http://www.lenovo.com/support/docks

and select the entry for 

the dock. 

Configure the external displays

You can perform the following configurations for the external displays connected to your dock to meet your 
needs: 

•  Choose a display mode: extend mode, mirror mode, or single-display mode

•  Rotate the external displays

•  Set the resolution 

•  Set the color quality 

To configure the external displays: 

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ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Dock Gen 2 ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock User Guide

Summary of Contents for Mini Dock 3 series

Page 1: ...ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Dock Gen 2 ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock User Guide ...

Page 2: ...anty information in the documentation that comes with the product First Edition May 2018 Copyright Lenovo 2018 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No GS 35F 05925 ...

Page 3: ...the dock 5 Connect the dock to your computer 5 Install the device driver 6 Chapter 3 Use the dock 7 Use the audio connector 7 Use the Ethernet connector 7 Use the video output connectors 8 Maximum resolutions 8 Configure the external displays 8 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 11 Appendix A Accessibility information 13 Appendix B Trademarks 15 Copyright Lenovo 2018 i ...

Page 4: ...ii ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Dock Gen 2 ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock User Guide ...

Page 5: ...is supported on the following operating systems Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows 10 In the box For ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Dock Gen 2 Dock 135 W power adapter and power cord Thunderbolt 3 cable Documentation For ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock Dock 230 watt power adapter and power cord 65 watt power adapter and power cord Thunderbolt 3 workstation cable Documentation Contact your place...

Page 6: ...bolt 3 technology charge your device or connect to an external display Notes This connector does not support the external display if your computer does not have a USB C connector Thunderbolt 3 compatible Do not connect your computer to this connector 4 USB 3 1 connector Gen 2 With greater data transfer rate the USB 3 1 connector Gen 2 is used to connect USB compatible devices such as a USB keyboar...

Page 7: ...patible devices such as a USB keyboard a USB mouse a USB storage device or a USB printer For optimal data transfer connect a USB 3 1 device to a USB 3 1 connector instead of a USB 2 0 connector Note It is recommended that you connect the receiver of the wireless keyboard or mouse to the USB 3 1 connector Gen 2 8 4 Always On USB 3 1 connector Gen 2 Connect USB compatible devices or charge mobile di...

Page 8: ...10 Thunderbolt 3 workstation connector Connect the dock to your computer with the Thunderbolt 3 workstation cable 4 ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Dock Gen 2 ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock User Guide ...

Page 9: ...e Thunderbolt 3 cable to the dock 2 Connect the other end of the Thunderbolt 3 cable to the computer 3 Connect the power cord to the ac power adapter 4 Connect the 135 watt ac power adapter to the power connector on the dock 5 Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock 3b 3a 230w 135w 65w 4b 4a 5a 5b 65w 230w 1 Connect one end of the Thunderbolt 3 workst...

Page 10: ...istrator privilege Enter the ThinkPad Setup program BIOS and go to the Config menu Select Thunderbolt TM 3 Security level No Security Install the device driver The device driver is preinstalled on compatible Lenovo computers and the dock is ready for use after you connect it to an ac power source and your computer You also can download the latest device driver from the Lenovo Web site by doing the...

Page 11: ...t eXecution Environment PXE technology makes the computer more manageable by enabling the computer to start from a server MAC address Pass Through After enabling the MAC address Pass Through function your dock MAC address is the same as that of your computer Wake on LAN or Wake on LAN from Dock The network administrator can turn on a computer from a management console by using the Wake on LAN or W...

Page 12: ...g on the computer ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Dock Gen 2 Maximum resolution Computer requirement Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels 60 Hz With a USB C connector Thunderbolt 3 compatible Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels 30 Hz Without a USB C connector Thunderbolt 3 compatible ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Workstation Dock Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels 60 Hz For the latest maximum display matrix go to http www lenovo com support dock...

Page 13: ...desktop and select Screen resolution Windows 7 or Display settings Windows 10 2 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the configuration For more information see the Windows help information Chapter 3 Use the dock 9 ...

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Page 15: ...ed It is recommended that you disconnect the dock from the computer when charging the mobile devices 5 The mouse and keyboard cannot wake up my computer when connected to the Always On USB 3 1 connector Gen 2 Connect your mouse or keyboard to another USB connector on the dock 6 My computer cannot be charged after I connect it to the dock Ensure that you connect the dock to ac power with the power ...

Page 16: ...xternal monitor flutter Check the display resolution of the external displays and ensure that the resolution is supported by the dock 4 The computer can play back Web flashes However when you drag the window to the external monitor and maximize the playback window the playback stops Update your Adobe Flash Player program to the latest version Audio By default the audio connector on the computer is...

Page 17: ...o ensure that visually impaired users can read the documentation through a screen reader Each image in the documentation also includes adequate alternative text to explain the image so that visually impaired users can understand the image when they use a screen reader To open and view PDF files your computer must have the Adobe Reader program installed The Adobe Reader program also is available fo...

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Page 19: ...roup of companies DisplayPort is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association The terms HDMI and HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries USB C is a trademark of USB Implementers Forum Other company product or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others Copyright Len...

Page 20: ...Part Number SP40M56895 Printed in China 1P P N SP40M56895 1PSP40M56895 ...

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