Kensington Computer Products Group launched two new notebook docking stations and a universal display adapter today – all powered by the DisplayLink DL-195 USB graphics processor. The two new docking stations are the Kensington Universal Notebook Docking Station with VGA/DVI and Ethernet, Kensington Universal Notebook Docking Station with VGA/DVI, while the display adapter is the Kensington Universal Multi-Display Adapter. All three products allow you to add an external display to your notebook via a single USB connection with resolution support up to 2048 x 1152.

Kensington Universal Notebook Docking Station with VGA/DVI and Ethernet – can turn your notebook into a complete desktop system simply by plugging in a single USB connection. Use the docking station to connect a high resolution display, printer, speaker, and other devices to your notebook – without worrying about plugging and unplugging the devices. Features include:

• Auto-install design makes installation as simple as plug-n-play
• HD screen capable
• 10/100 Ethernet support
• Hot pluggable support
• “Always-on” USB ports charges your devices even when the notebook is shut down
• Front Audio ports and back speaker port lets you connect 2.1 stereo speakers and internet chat headset
• Mini-tower design for smaller footprint
• Supports PCs and Macs although Mac video responsiveness is reduced but functional for everyday computing
• 5 USB 2.0 ports
• DVI, VGA (with DVI to VGA adapter)
• Security cable slot on side panel
• MSRP of $149.99

Kensington Universal Notebook Docking Station with VGA/DVI – is basically the same as the above docking station minus the Ethernet support. The suggested price is $129.99

Kensington Universal Multi-Display Adapter – allows you to easily add a second display to your notebook/desktop setup via an available USB connection. Features include:

• Up to six adapters can be connected to your computer for up to six additional displays
• Compatible with projectors
• DVI to VGA adapter for up to 2048 x 1152 resolution
• Powered off of USB port – no external power supply required
• Supports PCs and Macs although Mac’s video responsiveness of connected external monitor is reduced by functional for everyday computing
• MSRP of $79.99

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