Docking options for M1710...anyone have more info than the Dell site?

Hi

I've found 2 official Dell options for my M1710. What am I getting
with the docking station over the port replicator? I can't find
examples of the "XPSâ„¢ Media Modules and media module battery charging"
or "D/Dock's viewing expandability with the D/Dock flat panel and dual-
display support".

Ideally I would like to have the M1710 sit closed in the docking
station and output to a 24" dell TFT and 21" samsung TFT. I can only
use one external monitor at the minute, and I'd prefer to not have to
buy the docking station and something like a Matrox multi-monitor
adaptor.

D/ Dock Expansion Station for Dell XPS M1710 Notebook
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=310-8556

D/ Port Advanced Port Replicator for Dell XPS M1710 Notebook
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=310-8555

Thanks in advance

-Brian

 

Hi

I've found 2 official Dell options for my M1710. What am I getting
with the docking station over the port replicator? I can't find
examples of the "XPST Media Modules and media module battery charging"
or "D/Dock's viewing expandability with the D/Dock flat panel and dual-
display support".

Ideally I would like to have the M1710 sit closed in the docking
station and output to a 24" dell TFT and 21" samsung TFT. I can only
use one external monitor at the minute, and I'd prefer to not have to
buy the docking station and something like a Matrox multi-monitor
adaptor.

D/ Dock Expansion Station for Dell XPS M1710 Notebook
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=310-8556

D/ Port Advanced Port Replicator for Dell XPS M1710 Notebook
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=310-8555

Thanks in advance

-Brian


I don't know why you couldn't simply use the Advanced Port Replicator and a
DVI/VGA (whichever connectors you need) "Y" cable adapter for display signal
to the dual monitors. It's what I would try first.

Admittedly, others here will know far better as I'd bet someone is running a
similar configuration (I'm not).

For the record, the APR's can be found new on ebay (with the accompanying AC
power supply) at a much better price than Dell is offering. Keep in mind
warranty considerations.....

Stew

 

I currently use the D/ Port Advanced Port Replicator on an Inspiron 8600.
You will also want the Monitor stand attachment that allows the laptop to
sit closed on the port replicator with the monitor above it. I have mine
hooked up to a 20" widescreen Samsung LCD through the DVI port. The port
replicator has both a DVI and VGA port on it which would theoretically
support 2 monitors though I cant check as I only have one external monitor.
Currently using a D/View monitor stand with the laptop running open and dual
display with the builtin and external screens. Email me if you would like a
picture.

HTH

Robert

Hi

I've found 2 official Dell options for my M1710. What am I getting
with the docking station over the port replicator? I can't find
examples of the "XPST Media Modules and media module battery charging"
or "D/Dock's viewing expandability with the D/Dock flat panel and dual-
display support".

Ideally I would like to have the M1710 sit closed in the docking
station and output to a 24" dell TFT and 21" samsung TFT. I can only
use one external monitor at the minute, and I'd prefer to not have to
buy the docking station and something like a Matrox multi-monitor
adaptor.

D/ Dock Expansion Station for Dell XPS M1710 Notebook
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=310-8556

D/ Port Advanced Port Replicator for Dell XPS M1710 Notebook
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=310-8555

Thanks in advance

-Brian