Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Plus (F4U109) FAQs


PRODUCT INFORMATION
What is the Belkin Thunderbolt™ 3 Dock Plus (F4U109)?

The Belkin F4U109 is a fast, high definition, powerful, and versatile all-in-one docking solution that allows you to use multiple monitors, USB peripherals, a wired network connection setup, and charge your laptop all with a single Thunderbolt 3 cable connected to your laptop. The Belkin F4U109 offers universal compatibility to bring the benefits of Thunderbolt 3 technology to both Mac® and Windows® computers.

What is the warranty period of the Belkin F4U109?The Belkin F4U109 has a 2-year limited warranty.
Does it have a Connected Equipment Warranty (CEW)?No.
Is it MFi-certified?No.
Is the Belkin F4U109 FCC-certified?The Belkin F4U109 complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation of the Belkin F4U109 is subject to two conditions:
 
  • This device may not cause harmful interference.
  • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
What color does the Belkin F4U109 come in?
The Belkin F4U109 comes in black.
What is the case made of?The Belkin F4U109’s case is made of plastic.
How do I register my device?Product registration is done on the Belkin.com website. You will need the model number and other important details about your product.

HARDWARE INFORMATION
Does the Belkin F4U109 have a connection for headphones or a microphone?Yes, it has a 3.5 mm TRRS stereo audio jack on the front panel.
What are its operating and storage temperatures?The Belkin F4U109 has the following operating and storage temperatures:
 
  • Operating temperature:  5°C to 35°C
  • Storage temperature:  -40°C to 85°C
Can this provide power to charge my laptop?Yes. It can charge up to 60W using the front Thunderbolt 3 port marked with a computer icon.
Is this product a power hub?Yes.
Is there an AC adapter included?Yes
What are the power specifications of the included AC adapter?The included AC adapter has the following power specifications:
 
  • Input:
  • 100-240VAC
  • 1.8A
  • 50-60 Hz
  • Output:
  • 20V
  • 6.75A
  • 135W
  • Center Pin Positive
  • Uses IEC 320 C5 power cable
 
What is the power input of the dock?Its power input is DC 20V / 6.75A / 135W.
What ethernet speeds are supported?The following network speeds are supported:
 
  • 10 Mbps
  • 100 Mbps (Fast ethernet)
  • 1000 Mbps (Gigabit ethernet)

The network speeds will depend on the cabling, network equipment, and network traffic.
Are there any status light indicators on this dock? No, it does not have a status light indicator.
What is the maximum data speed between the dock and the connected computer? The data speed can reach up to 40 Gbps.
What are the specifications of the included cable? The Belkin F4U109 comes with a 2.6 ft/0.8 m Thunderbolt 3 cable with a data speed of up to 40 Gbps and a power specification of up to 100W.
What are the power specifications of the USB-A ports? The USB-A ports of the Belkin F4U109 have the following power specifications:
 
  • Front panel
  • Output
  • 2.4A
  • 5V
  • 12W
 
  • Back panel
  • Output
  • 0.9A
  • 5V
  • 4W
 
What are the power specifications of the USB-C® ports?The USB-C ports of the Belkin F4U109 have the following power specifications:
 
Output
  • 1.5A
  • 5V
  • 7.5W
 
Can this provide power to charge my smartphone or tablet? Yes, via the front USB-A and the rear USB-C ports. Charging speeds will be limited to the power support of each port.
Can this be used with a USB-C (non-Thunderbolt) computer?Yes. Check with your computer manufacturer to confirm if your computer can support a USB-C dock.

COMPATIBILITY
What maximum resolutions are supported?The Belkin F4U109 supports the following:

Single monitor:
  • 8K at 30 Hz

Dual monitors:
  • 4K at 60 Hz
 
Does the product require any drivers or software to use?No, the Belkin F4U109 is plug-and-play. All required drivers are built into the operating system.
Can I connect the Belkin F4U109 to a USB-C hub? No, the Belkin F4U109 should be connected directly to a Thunderbolt 3 port on your computer.
Does the product support audio output?Yes.
What operating systems are supported?The Belkin F4U109 has been tested for compatibility with the following operating systems:
 
  • Windows 10
  • macOS® 10.12 Sierra
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Do the rear USB-C ports support USB-C monitors?No.

FUNCTIONALITY
Which port do I plug my computer into?Your computer should be plugged into the front Thunderbolt 3 port marked with a computer icon.
What happens if I plug my computer into one of the rear USB-C ports?Nothing. The rear USB-C ports are for connecting USB-C devices such as hubs, phones, headphones, etc.
How do I get dual displays with the Belkin F4U109? The dock supports dual DisplayPort™ 1.4 monitors using the DisplayPort and Dual-Mode DisplayPort (DP++) connectors on the rear of the dock.
Is there any way to secure the Belkin F4U109 to a desk?    Yes. On the side of the dock is a security K-Lock port to which you can securely attach the dock to a desk.
Which one of the two DisplayPort is the Dual-Mode DisplayPort (DP++)? The Belkin F4U109 has two DisplayPort. The left port is for the DisplayPort™ 1.4 monitor output while the right port is for the Dual-Mode DisplayPort (DP++) monitor output.
What adapter should I connect to the Dual-Mode DisplayPort (DP++)? The DP may need to have an adapter/cable converter. You can use the Belkin Active DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter 4K HDR, AVC011.
 

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