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Anaheim, Calif. – December 30, 2025 — Targus®, a global leader in laptop cases and mobile computing accessories, and the number one third-party docking station brand in the U.S.2, today announced the availability of its Thunderbolt™ 5 Triple Video 8K EcoSmart® Docking Station with 140W EPR (DOCK230). Purposely built for modern hybrid professionals, creators, and power users, DOCK230 delivers an advanced combination of display performance, bandwidth, charging power, and multiPC flexibility.
Engineered to elevate today’s evolving workspaces, DOCK230 brings the full potential of Thunderbolt 5 to the desktop. This dock supports crystal clear triple 8K displays* when paired with a Thunderbolt 5 supported host. Users can zip through data transfers at a lightning-fast 80Gbps and enjoy up to three video streams at 120 Gbps. Its robust 140W PD 3.1** Extended Power Range keeps high-performance laptops powered through the most demanding workflows.
“DOCK230 represents a major leap forward in workstation performance,” said David Dorantes, Director of Product Marketing at Targus. “With support for triple 8K displays, 120Gbps Thunderbolt 5 bandwidth, 140W EPR charging, and integrated Thunderbolt Share, users can finally move between two PCs, share screens, transfer files, and power demanding setups with unprecedented ease. It’s truly a powerhouse docking station engineered for today’s hybrid and high performance workflows.”
Next-Generation Performance for Evolving Workflows
Designed to elevate the desktop experience, DOCK230 taps into the full capabilities of Thunderbolt 5 to power advanced, multi-display environments. When paired with a Thunderbolt 5 supported host, it supports single, dual, or triple 8K displays, backed by up to 120Gbps of display bandwidth for smooth, high fidelity visuals across even the most demanding workloads.
With its 80 Gbps data transfer speed, creators, analysts, and hybrid workers can rapidly move large media assets, project files, and datasets with consistent, low latency performance. This dock’s 140W PD 3.1 Extended Power Range ensures high performance laptops stay powered through intensive workflows – a meaningful benefit for AI ready systems and nextgen computing environments.
Seamless Multi‑PC Productivity with Thunderbolt Share™
A defining feature of the DOCK230 is its integration of Intel® Thunderbolt Share™, enabling two PCs to share a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and files through a single Thunderbolt connection. This capability dramatically simplifies desktop setups by eliminating the need for separate peripherals or a hardware KVM switch.
Thunderbolt Share allows users to:
This makes DOCK230 ideal for work/personal PC setups, cross team collaboration, and device upgrades – all while reducing desktop clutter.
Designed with Sustainability in Mind
Embodying Targus’ commitment to sustainability, DOCK230 is also crafted from up to 75% post‑consumer recycled aluminum and plastics, and ships in recycled packaging as part of Targus’ EcoSmart portfolio.
Compatible with Major Operating Systems
DOCK230 is compatible with Windows® and macOS® systems, with Thunderbolt Share functionality supported on select Windows PCs and macOS compatibility expected in 2026. ***
Where to Buy It
The Thunderbolt 5 Triple Video 8K EcoSmart Dock with 140W EPR (DOCK230) is available now at Targus.com and participating retailers worldwide.
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About Targus
For more than 40 years, Targus has been helping people and businesses get the most out of their tech—keeping it safe, easy to use, and enabling efficiency. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: To carry, protect, and connect your tech everywhere. We aim to make life with technology better, not harder.
At Targus, we don’t just sell tech accessories – we empower you to do your best, wherever life takes you. So, whether you're working from home, commuting across the city, or jetting off somewhere exciting, our solutions work seamlessly with your devices, unlocking possibilities, simplifying tasks, helping you work smarter, travel lighter, and get more done –today, tomorrow, and for years to come.
Targus is the market leader in laptop cases1, trusted by millions and recognized globally for setting a benchmark in innovation, protection, and sustainability. Its breakthrough technologies include EcoSmart® laptop cases made from recycled materials – including repurposed plastic bottles – and patented checkpoint-friendly designs that redefine travel efficiency and comfort.
A global leader in docking, Targus has deployed more than three million universal docking stations around the world in more than 12,000 organizations – with more than 90% of Fortune 1000 companies using Targus products and maintains the number one spot in US B2B Universal Docks (3rd party only)2.
Headquartered in Anaheim, California, Targus has global operations in more than 24 offices and distribution in more than 100 countries.
Discover Targus at Targus.com and on our blog, and connect with us on social media: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
*Triple video applies to Thunderbolt 5 supported host machines.
**140W charging requires compatible host machine supporting PD3.1 Extended Power Range (EPR). PD 3.0 Power Delivery up to 100W for compatible hosts. Second host will receive 15W.
*** Compatibility varies by host/operating system. Software only works on select Windows® PCs (support for Mac in 2026). Download software from targus.com.
1Source: Circana, US/Canada Retail and US B2B Reseller in Unit Sales, ending June 2024 (Laptop Bag case type = Briefcase, Sleeve, Attache, Slipcase, Messenger Bag)
2Source: Circana, US B2B Reseller, Docking Stations Unit Sales, ending June 2024
