DisplayLink and Targus Announce the Latest USB3.0 Dock, the Targus ACP7101USZ Using DisplayLink's New DL-3950 Chipset Featuring Dual 2560x1600 Resolution


PALO ALTO, Calif. and ANAHEIM, Calif. — DisplayLink®, the leading provider of USB Graphics technology and Targus® Inc, maker of the world's top-selling laptop computer cases and accessories, today announced the official launch of the new Targus Universal USB 3.0 DV2K Docking Station with Power utilizing the latest DL-3950 chipset from DisplayLink.



The new Targus ACP7101USZ adds dual 2560x1600 resolution support to the popular ACP71USZ charging dock utilizing the latest DL-3950 chipset from DisplayLink. The ACP7101USZ increased resolution and support for dual DVI-I and DisplayPort connections creates a truly universal docking solution with industry leading flexibility and functionality.



"DisplayLink continues to drive connectivity / resolution and expansion for the growing Universal Docking Segment, vastly simplifying computer and tablet expansion and providing flexible solutions for the productivity worker," said John Cummins, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, "Targus is first to market with our latest chipset and we are pleased to co-announce the DL-3950 chipset and the new ACP7101USZ Universal USB 3.0 DV2K Docking Station with Power together at CES 2014."



"DisplayLink's new DL-3950 was an obvious choice for Targus for the newest version of our much acclaimed ACP71USZ USB 3.0 docking station," said Ron DeCamp Senior Product Manager at Targus. "We were keen to increase the ACP71USZ's capabilities to support dual 2K monitors and the DL-3950 from DisplayLink does exactly that. The ACP7101USZ also features charging capability for a wide variety of PC notebooks making it the perfect universal solution for office hot desk docking."



The DL-3950 and the new Targus ACP7101USZ are being shown for the first time at CES 2014. Both will be demonstrated at ShowStoppers for the Press and at DisplayLink's booth on the CES show floor with dual 2K monitors, Gigabit Ethernet, and audio connections running simultaneously.



The Targus Universal USB 3.0 DV2K Docking Station with Power, features:



• SuperSpeed USB3.0 and USB 2.0 host connection.

• Dual graphics connections enabling up to 2 x 2560x1600 resolution via DisplayPort or DVI-I

• Integrated Gigabit Ethernet

• Integrated audio

• USB 3.0 ports for peripheral connectivity and expansion

• Universal PC notebook and tablet charging, up to 90W @ 19.5V

• Integrated charging tips power and charge mainstream PC notebooks and tablets

• Sub Frame latency

• Uncompromised HD and up to 2k video

• Link aware chipset and software with automatic dynamic compression

• Adapts automatically to bandwidth restrictions

• Compatible with HDCP 2.0 encryption

• Backwards compatible with previous DisplayLink solutions

• Supports daisy chaining expansion of DisplayLink enabled USB adapters for productivity and connectivity

• Built-in security lock slot

• 3-year warranty



The DisplayLink DL-3950 launch is accompanied by DisplayLink's proven software drivers with updates available from DisplayLink website. OEM's and interested parties can see more by visiting DisplayLink at CES or by visiting the DisplayLink website and DisplayLink shop.



About DisplayLink - Plug and Display Solutions.

DisplayLink® (www.displaylink.com) develops hardware and software solutions to enable easy connectivity between monitors and computing devices over standard interfaces such as USB, Ethernet, and wireless networks. DisplayLink's technology increases productivity and ease-of-use in the multi-display workspace and is deployed to millions of users through globally branded PC products including universal docking stations, monitors, projectors, zero client systems and display adapters.



About Targus

Targus created the mobile accessory category with its invention of the laptop case over 30 years ago. The company continues to advance the mobile accessories category with innovative and relevant solutions for today's mobile lifestyle. Targus products enhance productivity, connectivity, and security, liberating users to use their mobile devices in any and all environments with the utmost convenience and comfort. Founded in 1983, Targus' headquarters are located in Anaheim, Calif., with offices worldwide and distribution agreements in more than 100 countries. For more information on Targus visit targus.com.



SOURCE DisplayLink



CONTACT: DisplayLink, Andy Davis, +886 988 584000, pr@displaylink.com; Targus, Kelly Reeves, 949-509-1888, kelly@klrcommunications.com



Web Site: http://www.displaylink.com

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