ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock - Overview and Service Parts
ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock - Overview and Service Parts
ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock - Overview and Service Parts
Overview and Features
The ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock (40AY) is an advanced, universally compatible one-cable docking solution lets you work smarter, not harder. It comes with a vast array of ports, next-gen plug and play functionality, and rapid charging capabilities (up to 100W for most USB-C notebooks*). Smart enough to install critical firmware updates automatically, it’s ideal for any mixed-PC environment and home-based work, and gives you the freedom and power to do more.
Features:
- One Dock. No Limits: Engineered for performance and productivity, the ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock is compatible with most Windows 10 and above PCs and USB-C notebooks. Ideal for both office-based and remote working, it’s an IT manager’s dream—critical firmware updates are installed automatically and traditional IT tools, such as PXE boot, WOL, and MAC Address Pass Through, are also supported.
- One Cable. No Hassle: With the convenience of 11+ ports, including DisplayPort™ and HDMI™, the ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock gives you exceptional versatility. It lets you savour blazing-fast data transfers, rapidly charge USB-C notebooks, and plug and play displays and other PC accessories. What’s more, this advanced onecable docking solution gives you more desk-space to work and play with.
- One Remote Workforce. No Problem: A breeze to deploy and maintain, the ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock makes life easier for everyone. Whether end users are in the office, hot-desking, or working from home, IT managers can remotely and securely gather key information about the dock and its attached devices—with minimal interruption to the user’s workflow.
Supported by the Lenovo Dock Manager, an advanced solution that automatically manages docking, as well as providing firmware updates, device queries, and analytics on all Lenovo Smart Docks.
Compatible with Lenovo Docking Station Mounting Kit (4XF0S99497).
For more information, click: ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock (40AY) brouchure - English
- Lenovo USB-C & Thunderbolt Docks function with notebooks that support industry standard USB-C Alt-Mode or Thunderbolt protocols through their Type C port. Lenovo USB-C and Thunderbolt Docks support additional features, such as MAC address passthrough, WOL and mirrored power button, on most Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks, but such features may not be available on certain other Lenovo notebooks or non-Lenovo branded notebook systems. For more information, click: ThinkPad and Lenovo Docks: Industry Standard Compatibility
- ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock could charge Notebook max as 100W with ThinkPad 135W AC Adapter (Slim Tip), available separately, connected to Dock.
Drivers and Software
Drivers | Operating System / Version |
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Firmware for ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock | Windows 11 (64-bit), Windows10 (64-bit) |
USB3.0 LAN Driver for Docks and Adapters | Windows 11 (64-bit), Windows10 (64-bit), Windows 7 (64-bit) |
Supported by the Lenovo Dock Manager, an advanced solution that automatically manages docking, as well as providing firmware updates, device queries, and analytics on all Lenovo Smart Docks.
Guides and Manuals
Manuals | Release Date |
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Warranty Information | September 2024 |
User Guide | July 2021 |
Setup Poster | July 2021 |
System Compatibility
For the latest updates on the compatible systems, refer to one of the following:
- Lenovo Smart Find
- Accessories and Options Compatibility Matrix (OCM)
- ThinkPad and Lenovo Docks: Industry Standard Compatibility
Compatible with Lenovo Docking Station Mounting Kit (4XF0S99497).
Technical Information, Agency Approvals, Operating Environment
Physical Specifications
- Video Ports:
- Two DisplayPort (DP)
- One HDMI
- USB Ports:
- Three USB 3.1
- Two USB 2.0
- One USB-C
- Audio Ports: Combo Audio Jack
- Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
- Physical Security Feature: Security lock slot
- Maximum Number of External Monitors: 3
- Maximum Resolution and Refresh Rate
- Two at 3840x2160 @60Hz;
- One at 3840x2160 @30Hz
- Charging Port: DC-IN
- Input Power: 90W or 135W
- Power Delivery: Yes
- Output Power: 65W with 90W power adapter connected;100W with 135W power adapter connected
- Power Button: Yes
- Power Plug: Slim-tip
- Dimensions
- Length: 171 mm (6.7 inches)
- Depth: 80 mm (3.1 inches)
- Height: 31 mm (1.2 inches)
- Weight: 340 g (0.74 lb)
- Packaged Dimensions:
- Length: 210 mm (8.3 inches)
- Depth: 158 mm (6.2 inches)
- Heigh: 75 mm (3.0 inches)
- Packaged Weight: 955 g (2.1 lb)
- Agency Approvals: FCC/ICES; CE; KCC; RCM; BSMI; VCCI; CB; cULus; EAC; TUV- Mark; Serbia Kvalitet; LoA; Israel SII; Ukraine DoC; NOM
Operating Environment
- Minimum Operating Temperature: 0° C
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 35° C
- Minimum Relative Humidity (%): 20%
- Maximum Relative Humidity (%): 95% ( no Condensation)
Operating System Requirement
- Support OS: Windows 11; Windows 10; Windows 7
- Support LVFS for Linux
Shipment Group
- ThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock (40AY)
- ThinkPad 90W AC Power adapter (Slim Tip) or ThinkPad 135W AC Power adapter (Slim Tip)
- Power cord
- Manuals
- USB-C Cable (1-meter; 30-inches)
Warranty
- 3-years
Part Numbers
Marketing Part Number
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Countries/Regions
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Universal USB-C Dock Service Part
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USB-C Cable Service Part
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ThinkPad 90W AC Power Adapter (Slim Tip) Service Part |
40AY0090US | U.S., Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Panama, Peru, Ecuador | 5D21B41471 | 5C11B41472/5C11S35462 | |
40AY0090AR | Argentina | |||
40AY0090BR | Brazil | |||
40AY0090JP | Japan | |||
40AY0090EU | EU (France, Germany, Spain, Portugual, Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Norway, Finland, Iceland), Türkiye, Ukraine, Russia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Republic of Korea | |||
40AY0090DK | Denmark | |||
40AY0090IN | India | |||
40AY0090SA | South Africa | |||
40AY0090UK | United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, U.A.E., Saudi Arabia | |||
40AY0090CH | Switzerland | |||
40AY0090IT | Italy, Chile | |||
40AY0090IS | Isreal | |||
40AY0090AU | Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea | |||
40AY0090CN | Mainland China | |||
40AY0090TW | Taiwan Region, Thailand, Philippines, Guam |
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