Use of Dell dock station with HP ?

[Poa3]

Can I use a Dell dock station to connect with my HP laptop ?

[NonSequitur777]

@Poa3,

Welcome to our HP Community forum!

Yes, in general you should be able to use a Dell docking station with an HP laptop, but compatibility depends on a few key factors:

 

1. Connection Type Matters:

Check how the dock connects:

• USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4 docks: These are more likely to work across brands, including Dell-to-HP, especially for basic functions like video output, charging, and USB expansion.

• Proprietary connectors (like some older Dell E-Port or WD docks): These will not work with HP laptops.

 

2. Functionality May Be Limited:

Even if the connection works:

• Charging may not function (or be underpowered).

• Audio or network passthrough (Ethernet) might not work unless compatible drivers are present.

• BIOS-level features (like PXE boot or MAC address passthrough) usually won't work cross-brand.

 

Best Case Scenario:

If both the Dell dock and your HP laptop support standard USB-C or Thunderbolt protocols, then:

• Displays should work (HDMI/DP)

• USB ports should work

• Power Delivery may work (up to a point, depending on the wattage needed/provided)

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If you provide the exact model of your HP laptop and the Dell dock, I can help check compatibility more precisely!

Kind Regards,

NonSequitur777