n. A hardware device that enables a mobile computer to function as a desktop computer. For example, a peripheral device (such as an external monitor, an external modem, or external speakers) can be connected to a mobile computer via its docking station. Also, a docking station may contain devices (such as CD-ROM drives) that the mobile computer does not have; but when the mobile computer is docked, it can use all components and features of the docking station.
An add-on for a portable computer that allows it to connect to accessories such as monitors and keyboards when it is used as a desktop computer.
noun: a peripheral device used to connect a digital camera to a computer
A device into which a notebook PC is inserted to give the notebook PC expanded capabilities, such as a high-capacity disk, interchangeable disk options, a tape backup unit, a large monitor, and so on.
A home for your laptop computer. Typically, a larger piece of equipment which you plug your laptop computer, often by sliding your laptop all the way into the larger piece of equipment. This extends your laptop's hardware, allowing you to use a larger screen and keyboard and other desktop features.
a desktop unit to which you attach (or dock) your portable system when you are at your home or office
a device that a laptop computer is plugged into that essentially allows the laptop to function like a desktop PC
a device that allows the notebook computer to be inserted when the employee is at home
a device that allows you to connect a laptop / notebook computer to it so that it is immediately connected to other devices, such as a desktop computer and/or peripheral devices, such as a printer , scanner, or external monitor
a device that plugs into the back of your notebook computer
a device that you can set at your desk and connect other devices to just as if it were a desktop computer
a frame in which the laptop is placed
a hardware frame and set of electrical connection interfaces that enable a
a hardware frame that contains extra drives, ports and PC card slots
a hardware frame that supplies connections for peripheral input/output devices such as a printer or larger monitor
a hardware platform that contains devices or connectors (such as PCI or ISA slots) that require system resources such as IRQs, I/O addresses, DMA channels, or system memory when they are in use
an additional expansion bus into which you plug your notebook computer
a piece of hardware that stays on your desk while you travel with a portable computer
a platform or frame into which you install a laptop computer
a platform with slots to plug in your portable computer, separate monitor, keyboard, printer, and other peripherals
a very cost-effective way to add more ports, boards, and capability, and it minimizes wear-and-tear on your port connectors
a wireless phone base station
Device that remains on a desk and attaches to a laptop. The docking station contains common ports for connecting peripherals, slots for expansion cards, and some have hot swap bays that let you attach additional storage.
Fargo provides an optional e-card docking station on select models that can be ordered with encoders for one, two or three different types of e-cards. These printer/encoders allow application software to read and/or store information in the memory of e-cards. The optional encoders provide everything needed for an application program to communicate with a specific type e-card through a standard RS-232 interface. The Fargo e-card docking station comes standard with the read/write pins (as defined by ISO) needed to communicate with contact smart cards. The e-card docking station also can be ordered with a magnetic stripe encoder for either an ISO magnetic stripe that supports dual high/low coercivity tracks 1, 2 and 3 or a JIS II magnetic stripe.
An add-on for a laptop when it is being used on a desk. The laptop slots into the docking station. You can permanently connect a monitor, scanner, printer, keyboard etc. to the docking station which saves unplugging from the laptop every time you take it away.
A device that connects a portable PC to conventional hardware, such as a keyboard, mouse, monitor, and printer.
A device that enables you to view MobileView recorded images on a desktop PC by attaching a removable MobileView recorder unit.
A docking station is a separate device that laptop PCs can be plugged into when at home or office.. Normally doc stations will charge the laptop batteries when 'docked' & allow connection to external devices such as monitors, keyboards, mice, network modem etc
An external device for use with laptop computers that provides additional options for the laptop. These include a full screen monitor, a mouse, an extra disk drive, serial ports, and many other options as well.
Temporarily turns a notebook computer into a desktop computer by connecting it to a full-size screen, mouse, keyboard, printer and other options made available by expansion slots.
An accessory for digital cameras that connects to your computer to transfer images.
A unit designed to convert a notebook computer into a full desktop computer system. Docking stations typically contain connections for peripherals, monitors, printers, and a keyboard, and some even contain additional hard drives or memory.
A base unit into which you can insert portable hardware and that includes drive bays, expansion slots, and additional ports.
A piece of hardware that a portable computer can be plugged into when it is at a fixed location. The docking station makes available devices that the portable computer is not able to support, such as a battery charger, a larger screen, additional drives, or a network.
Plugs into your computer and enable you to hook up a camcorder quickly and easily for simpler downloading and charging.
A fixed location that makes accessories available to a laptop computer. These might include a permanent power supply, a printer, or a scanner.
The base computer unit into which a user can insert a portable computer, expanding it to a desktop equivalent. A typical docking station provides drive bays, expansion slots, all the ports on an equivalent desktop computer, and AC power.
A docking station is a cradle with an adjustable stand which can be installed in any location (car or home). The tuner can be transported easily from one permanently mounted docking station to another.
A plastic shell, or holder on which a user sets a portable computer so it can be used on a desk similar to a desktop computer.
A docking station is a device developed for use with some HP and Kodak digital cameras, that's designed to download images from your camera to your computer. You just put your camera in the dock and push a button.
A small base connected to the computer by a cable. You insert the camera or other device into the docking station to transfer images.
Base station for a notebook or laptop computer that allows desktop level peripheral extensions
A unit for housing a portable computer that contains a power connection, expansion slots, and connections to peripherals, such as a monitor, printer, full-sized keyboard, and mouse. The docking station turns the portable computer into a desktop computer. See also: dock; hot docking; undock
A docking station is a part of a portable computer that remains on a desk, containing hardware that is not needed when on the road, while a smaller section detaches to provide a lighter laptop. Docking stations are often used to outfit a light-weight ultraportable so that it is more of a desktop replacement, for use at home. Docking stations provide for extra connections like slots for expansion cards but a port replicator does not.