Docking Station DELL TB16 Wired Thunderbolt 3 Black

The Dell Business Thunderbolt Dock TB16 with 240W Adapter is a wired Thunderbolt 3 docking station that expands a laptop’s connectivity through a single cable. Designed for power users and workstation clients, it supports connection of up to three FHD displays, two 4K displays, or one 5K display at 60 Hz and enables data transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps. The compact black housing (145 x 145 x 51 mm) includes a range of ports and a Kensington lock slot, while the supplied 240W AC adapter provides system power and delivers power to connected Thunderbolt 3 peripherals.

Advantages

The docking station provides one-cable convenience for video, data and network connections, reducing cable clutter on the desk. High-speed Thunderbolt 3 connectivity enables fast transfer of large files and supports multiple high-resolution displays. The 240W adapter supplies power to compatible Dell Precision, Latitude and XPS notebooks (up to 130W) and delivers up to 60W to attached Thunderbolt 3 devices. A small footprint keeps the dock unobtrusive on the workstation.

Suitable for

• Workstations and power users who need multiple external displays
• Video editing and large-file transfer workflows requiring high bandwidth
• Office setups needing Ethernet, audio and multiple USB ports via a single connection
• Environments requiring a secure dock with Kensington lock

Key specifications

• Interface: Intel Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C), Thunderbolt cable included
• Video: up to 3x FHD, or 2x 4K, or 1x 5K at 60 Hz (depending on host GPU)
• USB: three USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports
• Audio: rear speaker output, front combo audio jack
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet (up to 1000 Mbit/s)
• Power: 240W AC adapter, DC-IN 7.4 mm, provides up to 130W to compatible Dell laptops and up to 60W to peripherals
• Security: Kensington lock slot
• Dimensions: 145 x 145 x 51 mm
• Compatibility: selected Dell XPS and Precision models (see manufacturer list)

How to use

Connect the supplied 240W AC adapter to the dock and plug it into mains power. Use the included Thunderbolt 3 USB-C cable to connect the dock to a compatible laptop Thunderbolt 3 port. Attach external displays, USB devices, Ethernet and audio peripherals to the corresponding ports on the dock. If required, secure the dock with a Kensington cable lock. Ensure the laptop firmware and Thunderbolt drivers are up to date for full functionality and maximum display support.

Usage recommendations

For multi-display setups, consult your laptop’s specifications and update graphics drivers to confirm supported display combinations. Use the supplied Thunderbolt 3 cable for full 40 Gbps throughput and rely on the 240W adapter when powering high-performance notebooks.