USB-C laptop dock GEMBIRD A-CM-COMBO2-01 — USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 3× USB-A, 1× HDMI, grey

GEMBIRD A-CM-COMBO2-01 is a compact laptop dock that connects via USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C and expands a notebook or tablet with an HDMI video output plus USB-A and USB-C ports. Housed in a grey metal casing and powered through the host USB connection, the adapter delivers USB 3.2 Gen 1 data rates for attached peripherals while providing an HDMI output for an external monitor or projector. With dimensions of 80×17×23 mm and weighing 0.04 kg, the dock is designed for portability and simple workspace extension.

Advantages

The dock offers a small, durable metal enclosure that resists everyday wear while keeping weight to a minimum for travel. It provides USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity for fast data transfer with Type-A and Type-C ports and an HDMI output for video up to the capabilities of the host device. No external power supply is required as the unit is bus-powered from the laptop’s USB-C port, enabling plug-and-play use without extra cables.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Connecting an external monitor or projector via HDMI for presentations or extended desktop
• Attaching USB peripherals such as external drives, keyboards, mice, and card readers
• Using a compact dock for business travel or mobile workstations
• Expanding port options on thin laptops and tablets with limited connectors

Key specifications

• Host interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
• Output interfaces: HDMI, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
• Construction: metal casing
• Power: bus-powered via host USB-C connection
• Dimensions: 80 × 17 × 23 mm
• Weight: 0.04 kg
• Colour: grey

How to use

Plug the dock’s USB-C connector into a compatible USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port on the laptop or tablet. Connect an HDMI cable from the dock’s HDMI output to an external monitor or projector and select the desired display mode on the host device (mirror, extend, or external only). Attach USB peripherals to the Type-A or Type-C ports as required. The dock draws power from the host device and generally requires no additional drivers on modern operating systems; check system settings if a display or peripheral is not recognised.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use a host device with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port and an HDMI-capable graphics output. Use high-quality HDMI and USB cables to ensure stable video and data transfer. Avoid overloading the dock with multiple high-power USB devices at once, since the unit is bus-powered and total available power is limited by the host port.