Vention Multi-Function 9-in-1 USB-C Docking Station (TOLHB)

The Vention TOLHB is an all-in-one USB-C docking station that expands a single port into nine comprehensive connections for complete desktop replacement. Designed for students juggling multiple assignments across various devices and business professionals requiring enterprise-level connectivity from portable laptops, this hub delivers simultaneous dual display support, Gigabit Ethernet, high-speed data transfer, memory card access, and fast charging. It provides the most complete single-cable solution for transforming lightweight laptops into fully-capable workstations without compromising on connectivity or performance.

Key Features & Benefits

• Dual 4K HDMI Outputs: Extends your visual workspace to two external monitors at 4K resolution, giving you the screen real estate needed for complex spreadsheet analysis, multi-window programming, or creative projects where seeing everything simultaneously eliminates constant tab-switching that breaks workflow concentration.
• Gigabit Ethernet Connection: Provides rock-solid wired internet at speeds up to 1000Mbps, ensuring video conferences remain stable and large file uploads complete reliably without the dropouts and slowdowns that plague wireless networks in congested environments like apartment buildings or busy offices.
• 100W Power Delivery Pass-Through: Charges your laptop at near-maximum speed while simultaneously powering all connected devices, meaning you never face the frustrating choice between keeping your battery topped up and connecting the peripherals you need to work effectively.
• Dual Card Reader System: Transfers files from both SD and microSD cards simultaneously at high speeds, streamlining workflows for photographers importing from multiple cameras or content creators managing footage across different recording devices without swapping cards repeatedly.
• Three USB 3.0 Ports: Connects keyboard, mouse, external storage drives, webcams, and other peripherals all at once with 5Gbps transfer speeds per port, eliminating the productivity drain of constantly unplugging devices to free up connections for other equipment.

Technical Specifications

Connectivity Ports

• Input: USB Type-C male connector with integrated cable
• USB Data Ports: 3× USB 3.0 Type-A (5Gbps transfer speed each)
• Video Outputs: 2× HDMI ports (dual 4K display support)
• Network Port: 1× RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation)
• Card Readers: 1× SD card slot (UHS-I), 1× microSD card slot (UHS-I)
• Power Input: USB-C PD charging port (up to 100W pass-through)
• Total Functions: 9 connections from single USB-C input

Performance Specifications

• USB Transfer Speed: Up to 5Gbps per USB 3.0 port (backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1)
• HDMI Resolution: Up to 4K (3840×2160) at 30Hz per port, or 1080p at 60Hz
• Dual Display Modes: Extended desktop or mirrored displays (configuration depends on host device chipset)
• Ethernet Speed: 10/100/1000Mbps with auto-negotiation and IEEE 802.3 compliance
• Card Reader Speed: UHS-I compatible, up to 104MB/s read/write speeds
• Power Delivery: Supports up to 100W input (approximately 85W delivered to laptop after hub operation overhead)

Physical Specifications

• Material: Premium aluminum alloy housing with brushed finish
• Cable Length: Approximately 15-20cm integrated cable for flexible desk placement
• Dimensions: Compact design approximately 12cm × 5.5cm × 1.5cm
• Weight: 120-150g (substantial build quality while remaining portable)
• Heat Dissipation: Metal construction provides passive cooling for sustained performance
• LED Indicators: Power and network activity status lights
• Color: Space Gray/Silver finish (model TOLHB)

Compatibility

• Operating Systems: Windows 10/11, macOS 10.13+, Chrome OS, Linux kernel 4.4+, iPadOS 13+
• Compatible Devices: MacBook Pro/Air (2016+), iPad Pro (2018+), Dell XPS series, HP Spectre/EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad (USB-C models), Surface Laptop/Pro, Samsung Galaxy Book, ASUS ZenBook
• Requirements: Host device must support USB-C data transfer, DisplayPort Alt Mode for video, and USB Power Delivery
• Important: Dual display capability depends on host device—some laptops support only one external display via USB-C
• Network: Works with standard Ethernet networks; driver-free on modern operating systems

Use Cases & Applications

For Computer Science Students: Run development environments across dual monitors with code editor on one screen and application preview with console logs on the other, while staying connected to university wired networks for faster repository cloning and package downloads. Import project files from SD cards used on campus computers, connect multiple USB drives for backups, and keep your laptop charged during all-night coding sessions before project deadlines.

For Business Consultants: Transform client conference rooms into your temporary office by connecting to dual displays for impactful presentations, plugging into reliable wired networks for secure data access, and maintaining all peripheral connectivity through one hub. The single-cable disconnect means you can pack up quickly between meetings without managing multiple connection points that slow down transitions.

For Financial Analysts: Monitor live market data streams across two 4K displays while running analysis tools that require stable, low-latency network connections that only Gigabit Ethernet provides. Transfer encrypted financial data from secure SD cards while maintaining connectivity to company network drives and compliance-required backup systems, all without sacrificing laptop charging during intensive calculation periods.

For Architecture Students: View detailed CAD drawings and 3D models across dual high-resolution displays where every line and measurement must be clearly visible, while importing project files from SD cards shared between campus labs and personal devices. The wired Ethernet connection ensures large rendering uploads to school servers complete reliably without timing out like Wi-Fi often does with multi-gigabyte architecture files.

For Video Editors and Content Creators: Edit footage on one display while monitoring color accuracy and export previews on another, importing clips directly from multiple SD and microSD cards used across different cameras and drones. Transfer finished projects to external drives at full USB 3.0 speeds while uploading to cloud storage via stable wired Ethernet, eliminating the bottleneck of unreliable wireless connections for time-sensitive client deliveries.

For Remote Software Developers: Maintain enterprise-grade connectivity from home by using wired Ethernet for VPN connections to company servers, extending your coding workspace across dual monitors for better visibility into complex codebases. Connect mechanical keyboard, programming mouse, and external SSDs containing development environments while your laptop charges, recreating office productivity without occupying a permanent desk since everything disconnects with one cable.

For Academic Researchers: Analyze datasets across multiple displays while importing field research data from SD cards used in recording equipment and sensors. The Gigabit Ethernet ensures large dataset uploads to university servers complete within practical timeframes rather than the hours required over congested campus Wi-Fi, critical when publication deadlines approach.

For Photographers and Digital Artists: Import photos from multiple camera SD cards simultaneously while exporting edited work to external portfolio drives, all while viewing accurate color representation on calibrated external monitors. The dual display setup lets you keep editing tools and file browsers organized on one screen while the primary creative canvas occupies the other, dramatically improving workflow efficiency compared to single-screen cramping.

For Corporate Professionals Hot-Desking: Arrive at any available desk in flexible office environments and immediately deploy your complete workspace—dual monitors, wired network, peripherals, and card readers—through one connection. The Vention TOLHB eliminates the productivity loss from limited or unreliable Wi-Fi in crowded offices while supporting the instant setup and teardown that hot-desking environments demand.

The combination of Gigabit Ethernet with dual displays makes the Vention TOLHB particularly valuable for professionals working with large files or bandwidth-intensive applications where wireless limitations create genuine productivity barriers. However, confirm your laptop supports dual external displays through its USB-C port, as this capability varies significantly between models—some consumer laptops limit you to one external monitor regardless of hub capabilities, while business-class machines typically support two or more.

The integrated card readers provide significant value if you regularly transfer files from cameras, drones, audio recorders, or mobile devices, but represent unused features if your workflow doesn’t involve removable media. Consider whether your work genuinely requires this functionality or if a simpler hub would better match your actual needs. The 100W power delivery sounds comprehensive, but remember approximately 13-15W powers the hub itself, so laptops requiring exactly 100W may charge marginally slower—though this rarely affects practical use since most modern laptops charge adequately at 85W.

The TOLHB model excels as a complete docking solution when you need simultaneous video output, wired networking, multiple peripherals, memory card access, and full charging—essentially everything required to make any compatible laptop function as a desktop replacement. This makes it particularly suitable for professionals who split time between mobile work and desk-based productivity, students managing complex technical projects, or anyone whose work cannot afford connectivity compromises that cheaper, simpler hubs impose.