Verbatim CDS-15 Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Black, Grey

The Verbatim CDS-15 is a 15‑port professional wired docking station designed to expand laptop and workstation connectivity. It provides high-speed data transfer via USB‑C 3.2 Gen2 and USB‑A 3.2 Gen1 ports, a dedicated USB‑A 480 Mb/s port for low-bandwidth peripherals, SD and MicroSD card slots, an RJ45 Ethernet port for stable network connection, and multi‑display support through dual HDMI and a DisplayPort capable of high-resolution output. The hub supports USB Power Delivery up to 100 W and combines functionality for graphics‑ or data‑intensive workflows.

Advantages

The docking station groups multiple interfaces into a single compact unit, enabling simultaneous connection of monitors, storage media, network and peripherals. With a mix of USB‑C and USB‑A ports and card reader slots it offers flexibility for current and legacy devices. Dual HDMI plus DisplayPort support allows triple‑display configurations, while the RJ45 port ensures reliable wired networking. The device’s compact grey and black design suits desktop and mobile setups.

Suitable for

• Expanding laptop connectivity in home or office workstations
• Connecting multiple external monitors for multitasking and content creation
• Transferring files from SD and MicroSD cards
• Attaching peripherals such as keyboard, mouse and external drives
• Providing a stable wired Ethernet connection for data‑intensive tasks

Key specifications

• Ports: 15 total (including 2 USB‑C 3.2 Gen2, 2 USB‑A 3.2 Gen1, 1 USB‑A 480 Mb/s, SD and MicroSD slots, 2 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 RJ45)
• Data transfer: up to 10 Gbit/s (USB 3.2 Gen1/C where applicable)
• Power delivery: up to 100 W
• Network: Ethernet (RJ45)
• Compatibility: supports external displays (dual HDMI + DP) for multi‑monitor setups
• Colour: Grey, Black
• Weight: 0.308 kg

How to use

Connect the primary USB‑C cable from the docking station to a compatible USB‑C port on your laptop that supports data and power delivery. Attach monitors to the HDMI and DisplayPort outputs and insert SD or MicroSD cards into the card slots as needed. Plug peripherals into the appropriate USB‑A or USB‑C ports and connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 port for wired network access. Ensure host device drivers or operating system updates are installed if required for display or network functionality.

Recommendations

For optimal performance with multiple high‑resolution displays and heavy data transfer, use a host port that supports USB‑C 3.2 Gen2 and Power Delivery. When using all video outputs simultaneously, verify your laptop’s GPU and USB‑C alternate mode support to ensure the desired display configuration.