Lenovo Think Pad USB 3.0 Pro Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A Black

The Lenovo ThinkPad USB 3.0 Pro Dock (model 40A70045SA) is a wired USB hub and docking solution that provides multiple USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, legacy USB 2.0 ports, a Gigabit Ethernet port and a DVI-I digital video output. Designed for desktop and mobile workspaces, the dock supports up to 2560 x 1600 maximum digital resolution and requires AC power to operate. Its compact black enclosure (150 x 80 x 32 mm, 0.236 kg) offers stable connectivity for peripherals and displays.

Advantages

The dock delivers fast USB 3.0 data transfer speeds alongside two USB 2.0 ports for legacy devices, a single RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port for reliable wired network access and a DVI-I port for connecting an external monitor at high resolution. With a modest 45 W power consumption and compact dimensions, it provides a practical balance of ports and performance for office setups while maintaining a simple, wired connection model.

Suitable for

• Connecting multiple USB peripherals (keyboards, mice, external drives)
• Wired network access via Gigabit Ethernet
• Driving an external display up to 2560 x 1600 via DVI-I
• Expanding port availability for laptops and compact PCs

Key specifications

• Model: Lenovo ThinkPad USB 3.0 Pro Dock (40A70045SA)
• USB: 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A), 2 × USB 2.0
• Video output: 1 × DVI-I; maximum digital resolution 2560 × 1600
• Ethernet: 1 × RJ-45 Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mbit/s)
• Power: requires AC power; power consumption 45 W
• Dimensions: 150 × 80 × 32 mm; Weight: 0.236 kg
• Colour: Black

How to use

Connect the dock to AC power, then attach it to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Plug USB peripherals into the available USB 3.2 Gen 1 or USB 2.0 Type-A ports. For network access, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 port. To use an external monitor, connect it to the DVI-I port and set the display resolution in your operating system to the desired setting, up to 2560 × 1600.

Recommendations

For stable performance, use a high-quality USB cable and ensure the dock is powered by its AC adapter. When connecting high-resolution displays or multiple high-bandwidth devices, confirm your host device supports the necessary drivers and bandwidth.