Anker 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station Price in Pakistan

DATA SHEET: ANKER 577 THUNDERBOLT DOCKING STATION Enterprise 13-in-1 Ultra-High Bandwidth Workspace Engine

The Anker 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station (Model A8396) is a premier, heavy-industrial connectivity solution engineered for power-user workstations. Leveraging a massive 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 3 bus, this vertical-profile dock provides immense multi-port expansion, high-tier audio/video workflows, and dual-zone laptop fast charging over a single interface cable.


Technical Specifications Overview

Parameter Specification
Interface Protocol Thunderbolt 3 (Backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 4 / USB4)
Total Bandwidth Up to 40 Gbps Simultaneous Data/Video Throughput
Primary System Input 180W External DC Power Block
Max Upstream Power 85W Dynamic Power Delivery (PD) to Host Device
Structural Orientation Vertical Space-Saving Alloy Enclosure
OS Alignment Windows 8 / 10 / 11, macOS 10.12 or later (Does not support Linux or Chrome OS)

Hardware Feature Variants

While maintaining identical internal architecture and 13-in-1 chipsets, the system is provisioned in two distinct regional retail SKUs across business layouts:

Variant A: Anker 577 Desktop Base Kit (Standard Model A8396) Optimized for permanent, stationary corporate desk installations.

  • Included Interface Cable: 1 x Premium 2.3 ft (0.7 m) Thunderbolt 3 Passive Cable.

  • Primary Application: Standard executive suites, finance trading desks, and technical engineering stations.

Variant B: Anker 577 Extended Workstation Kit (Enterprise Pack) Tailored for deep-desk ergonomics and heavy creative studio layouts.

  • Included Interface Cable: 1 x Extended 3.9 ft (1.2 m) Certified Thunderbolt 3 Active Cable.

  • Primary Application: Audio/video editing bays, server-adjacent test-benches, and multi-monitor CAD setups.


Integrated 13-Port Topology Map

The hardware chassis separates high-frequency data and heavy infrastructure across front and rear I/O groupings:

  • Front Panel (Interactive Access):

    • 1 x USB-C Power Delivery Port (10 Gbps Data / 18W Fast Charging).

    • 1 x USB-A Fast Charging Port (5 Gbps Data / 7.5W Output for Peripherals).

    • 1 x SD 4.0 Media Slot & 1 x microSD 4.0 Media Slot (Ultra-Fast UHS-II, 312 MB/s).

    • 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Audio Headset AUX Port (96KHz, 24-bit).

  • Rear Panel (Infrastructure & Media):

    • 1 x Thunderbolt 3 Upstream Port (40 Gbps, provides up to 85W host power).

    • 1 x Thunderbolt 3 Downstream Port (40 Gbps, 15W power, supports 5K@60Hz display).

    • 1 x HDMI 2.0 Video Interface Port (Supports up to 4K@60Hz).

    • 3 x USB-A Data Ports (5 Gbps pipelines, data-only, non-charging).

    • 1 x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Engine (10/100/1000 Mbps network pass-through).

    • 1 x DC-IN Power Input Vault (20V / 9A from external brick).


Deployment, Installation, and Configuration

To safely tap into the full 40 Gbps bandwidth while maintaining strict electrical and thermal compliance, execute deployment via these parameters:

Physical Workspace Setup (Installation)

  1. Orientation & Clearance: Operate the docking station in its native vertical orientation using the integrated heavy base-plate. This vertical stance maximizes passive convective airflow. Ensure the top and bottom ventilation fins remain entirely clear of obstructions.

  2. Cable Matching Integrity: The connection between the host laptop and the dock’s Upstream port (marked with a computer logo) must use a certified Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 cable rated for 40 Gbps. Standard USB-C charging cables will drop the dock into a low-speed legacy failure state.

  3. Power Sequencing: Always connect the 180W external power block to the AC outlet and the dock’s DC-In port before bridging the Thunderbolt 3 line to your host laptop. This sequence prevents unexpected current spikes.

System Configuration and Advanced Video Architecture

  1. Driverless Operation: The Anker 577 utilizes native Thunderbolt controller handshakes. No manual software configurations or third-party graphics drivers are required on clean Windows or macOS deployment images.

  2. Display Routing Logic:

    • Single Display Mode: Connect a single 4K@60Hz display via the HDMI 2.0 port, OR a single 5K@60Hz high-end master monitor via the Thunderbolt 3 downstream port.

    • Dual Display Mode: Connect one monitor to the HDMI port and the second monitor to the Thunderbolt 3 downstream port (using a USB-C to HDMI/DisplayPort adapter if necessary) to split external workspaces into dual 4K@60Hz configurations.

  3. Hardware Restrictions Matrix: Note that legacy Apple MacBooks utilizing standard base M1/M2/M3 chips (non-Pro / non-Max variants) are structurally restricted by their internal hardware and will only output to a single external display through this architecture. Dual displays are fully supported on Windows Thunderbolt laptops and Intel/Pro/Max macOS devices.


Exclusive Commercial Availability

Notice on Regional Procurement: The entire inventory, enterprise variants, and official replacement parts for the Anker 577 Thunderbolt 13-in-1 Docking Station are available exclusively through SKYRS in Pakistan.

Corporate bulk acquisition, managed IT rollouts, nationwide asset validation, and official post-sale warranty verification are restricted entirely to certified SKYRS distribution networks.

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