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March 3rd, 2025 15:57
Inspiron 14 2-in-1, dock, secondary power adapter?
I am look for some advice, please. I am so excited to have a Dell Inspiron 14 2 in 1 laptop. I purchased this for my craft room, where it will be housed 80% of the time. Since the power supply will be strategically wired I will need to secure another source for the other 20% of the time. I am considering a docking station for the craft room and then the standard supply for travel. What do you think? What docking station would be best, within a reasonable price, that would be able to supply power and additional ports? I can’t thank you enough for the assistance you provide.
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ejn63
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March 4th, 2025 20:35
I'd go with a Dell adapter -- and would have a preference for a brand-name hub (Anker, Belkin, etc.) over a no-name one.
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March 3rd, 2025 16:55
Need the full model number -- Inspiron 7445, etc. to answer.
Power up, press F2 to get into setup -- the model number will be on screen. It should also be on a label on the system base cover.
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March 3rd, 2025 23:26
Hi and thank you for your assistance. Is this what will help…
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ejn63
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March 4th, 2025 00:25
The only one Dell still sells that shows as compatible is the WD22TB4, which may be a bit pricey for you. All you need is a docking station that can output 65W over USB-C and has whatever extra ports you need.
Anker is well regarded and may have a less expensive option.
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March 4th, 2025 01:21
@ejn63 thank you so much. I appreciate your help.
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March 4th, 2025 18:57
@ejn63 you have been so helpful and I am tirelessly looking for a combination that will work. Can you tell me if one or both of these combinations would work.
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March 4th, 2025 19:05
Or perhaps this one since…this would stay in the room.
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March 4th, 2025 19:06
I truly appreciate your input.
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March 4th, 2025 20:54
You have been so kind to help me. I take your advice into play and will secure exactly what you have expressed. Many blessings to you.