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DisplayLink Product Powers Docking in Dell D5000 WiGig 802.11ad Wireless Dock
[May 10, 2013]

DisplayLink Product Powers Docking in Dell D5000 WiGig 802.11ad Wireless Dock


May 10, 2013 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) -- DisplayLink, a provider of USB Graphics technology, announced the DL-3900 dual head docking chip powers Dell's new D5000 wireless WiGig 802.11ad Wireless Dock.

According to a release, the Dell D5000 is a no-compromise, full docking station allowing users to connect to dual displays, Ethernet LAN, audio, and full USB connectivity over a wireless WiGig 802.11ad link.

The Dell Latitude 6430u Ultrabook and D5000 Wireless Dock are a world's first. By combining DisplayLink's DL-3900 docking chip with tri-band wireless technology from Wilocity and Qualcomm Atheros, the D5000 delivers a no-compromise user experience. DisplayLink codecs and protocols deliver pixel perfect text and graphics with very low latency, and smooth immersive video. WiGig 802.11ad delivers high bandwidth in crowded office environments. The combined technologies deliver on the promise of wireless expansion of video, graphics, Ethernet LAN, audio on par with a wired connection, the company said.


"We're excited to be at the heart of a new breed of docking stations," said John Cummins, Vice President Sales and Marketing, "We've seen strong interest from Ultrabook users seeking both mobility and connectivity, and the new wireless docking station from Dell offers a great step forwards in docking connectivity." "The Dell Wireless Dock demonstrates our commitment to developing cutting edge, innovative solutions that benefit our customers and provides a best-in-class untethered docking experience with the Dell Latitude 6430u Ultrabook for fast, flexible connectivity between devices and peripherals in the office, conference room or classroom," said Brett McAnally, executive director, commercial PC group, Dell. "WiGig represents a new era in wireless connectivity and a shift in the way enterprises and consumers will experience connectivity in the future and Dell is proud to have been first-to-market with the Dell Wireless Dock." More information: www.displaylink.com ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected]))

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