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Black rectangular USB-C docking station with dual HDMI ports and cable storage

j5create

j5create JCD542 USB-C Dual HDMI Docking Station 100W PD

SKU CH-PPBH-ZRT17 MPN JCD542

Connects two HDMI monitors up to 4K and 2K, adds three USB 3.0 ports, Gigabit Ethernet, card reader, audio jack and 100W power pass-through

  • ColorBlack
  • CompatibilityUniversal
  • Ports Spec1 - USB-C® Power Delivery 3.0 3 - USB™ 3.0 Type-A 1 - 4K HDM
  • FeaturesDual displays via HDMI™ outputs ,Up to 100W power pass-throu
  • Dual monitors up to 4K 3840 x 2160 and 2K 2048 x 1152
  • 100W Power Delivery pass-through charges laptop while powering peripherals
  • Three USB 3.0 Type-A ports connect and charge devices
  • Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 provides reliable wired network link
  • SD and microSD card reader plus 3.5mm combo audio jack

Dual HDMI Docking Station

The j5create JCD542 is a USB-C docking station that adds two HDMI monitors to a laptop. It supports up to 4K resolution on one display and up to 2K or 1080p on the second. The dock also provides three USB 3.0 Type-A ports, Gigabit Ethernet, an SD and microSD card reader, a 3.5 mm combo audio jack, and a security lock slot.

Office users needing dual monitors

This dock suits professionals who want a tidy desk setup with dual HDMI displays, wired internet, and legacy USB-A peripherals. It is not for buyers who require more than two external displays, DisplayPort or USB-C video outputs, or higher bandwidth than the provided USB 3.0 and HDMI connections allow.

100W Power Delivery pass-through

The single specification that decides fit is the 100W USB-C Power Delivery pass-through. Your laptop must accept charging over USB-C at up to 100W, and you must supply a compatible USB-C power adapter, otherwise the dock cannot charge the host while driving peripherals and displays.

Highlights

  • Dual monitors up to 4K 3840 x 2160 and 2K 2048 x 1152
  • 100W Power Delivery pass-through charges laptop while powering peripherals
  • Three USB 3.0 Type-A ports connect and charge devices
  • Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 provides reliable wired network link
  • SD and microSD card reader plus 3.5mm combo audio jack

Specifications

Brandj5create
ModelJCD542
ColorBlack
CompatibilityUniversal
Ports Spec1 - USB-C® Power Delivery 3.0 3 - USB™ 3.0 Type-A 1 - 4K HDMI™ 1 - 2K/1080p HDMI™ 1 - SD™ & microSD™ memory card reader/writer 1 - RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet 1 - 3.5 mm combo audio jack
FeaturesDual displays via HDMI™ outputs ,Up to 100W power pass-through to charge your laptop and power the connected peripherals when used with a USB-C® power adapter, Connect and charge your USB™ devices with 3 x USB™ ports, Reliable network connectivity via the Gigabit Ethernet port, Direct access to SD™ & microSD™ memory cards for data storage and transfer, 3.5mm audio jack to connect microphone/headphone, Security lock slot for anti-theft protection, Convenience setup with double-sided cable storage compartment, Heat-eliminating design
Shipping weight0.32 kg
Package size351 × 83 × 22 mm

Questions about this item

How do I connect the JCD542 to my laptop and what step do people often miss?

Connect the dock's USB-C cable to a USB-C port on your laptop that supports video output and Power Delivery, then attach a USB-C power adapter to the dock's PD port to enable the 100W pass-through charging.

What part of the JCD542 will need replacement first with daily use?

The USB-C tether cable and the SD card reader slot see the most physical wear; the cable can fray at the strain relief and the card reader springs weaken over repeated insertions.

What limit appears first when running dual displays at high resolution for hours?

Thermal throttling is the first limit; the slim aluminium chassis dissipates heat passively, so sustained 4K at 3840 x 2160 plus 2K at 2048 x 1152 with 100W charging can reduce port speeds or video stability.

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