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    Recommended Docking Station for Dell Vostro 1500?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by HTWingNut, Aug 26, 2007.

  1. HTWingNut

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    I have a Dell Vostro 1500 on order. I am considering a docking station for it, however there isn't a Dell one specifically for it.

    I have seen many that connect through the USB 2.0 port, but how in the hell can it display video through a USB 2.0 port? I would prefer something that passes through the VGA port obviously.

    Are there any recommended docking stations for this model of laptop? Thanks.
     
    HTWingNut, Aug 26, 2007
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    Does the Dell Vostro 1500 have a ExpressCard Connection? I ordered this Belkin High Speed Docking Station that makes use of the ExpressCard connection. I haven't tried it out yet cause my AW m9750 was sent back for repairs...

    I have an extra one if you are interested.
     
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    Cool, Vostro 1500 specs say it has a 54mm ExpressCard slot.

    Problem is that Belkin item you show says it supports up to 1600x1200. I run a 1920x1200 display :(

    Of course the DVI KVM switch I use says it only supports up to 1600x1200 but it runs great @ 1920x1200. That is a 16.6% increase in pixels. Maybe it will actually work.
     
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    Anyone else have any suggestions for a docking station?
     
    HTWingNut, Sep 3, 2007
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