Dell E-Series Port Replicators and Monitor Stands

Laptop computers are a modern miracle. They allow us to work and access the internet from just about anywhere we travel with all the functionality of a desktop PC. Well...almost all, anyway.

The truth is, there just some features that a desktop computer has that a laptop can't support, like larger monitors or extra expansion ports. And in this rough economy, it's expensive to invest in a home desktop, a mobile laptop, and maybe a third computer for the office. Why can’t we have one single computer that satisfies all of our needs?

Thankfully, most laptop manufacturers also offer laptop docking stations, sometimes referred as port replicators. These docking stations connect to your laptop and expand its capabilities so that it can perform more like a desktop computer. One of the leading computer manufacturers, Dell, designed two laptop port replicators for their Latitude and Precision series of laptops.

The Dell PR03X E/Port Replicator connects with the Dell Latitude E-Series laptops, including the Latitude E5500, E6400 ATG, and more. The PR03X also has keyboard & mouse ports, additional USB ports, expansion drive port (eSATA), and extra audio/video outputs.

Another Dell laptop port replicator is the PR02X E/Port Plus Port Replicator. How is it “Plus”? The Dell PR02X has two DVI video ports, which means you can connect your Dell laptop to two digital monitors or high definition screens up to 30" in size and at a resolution of up to 2560x1600.

In addition to laptop docking stations, Dell has designed three types of laptop stands for making your computer work as comfortable as possible.


Dell E-View Laptop Stand

This is the most basic setup, in case you don’t have an external monitor to connect to your Dell Latitude or Precision laptop. The laptop and docking station hook up to the top platform and you can adjust the height until you find the best eye-level position.


Dell E-Monitor Flat Panel Laptop Stand

This Dell laptop docking station connects to the base of this laptop stand while a Dell flat panel monitor can be installed on top. It has a simple, space-saving design and can be adjusted to the most comfortable height or position. Unfortunately, this stand is only compatible with newer Dell flat panel LCD monitors. Older models, such as the Dell 2001FP, will not be able to connect.


Dell E-Family CRT Monitor Stand

There are those who still use the older style CRT monitors. Dell’s E-Family CRT monitor stand is large enough to handle just about any CRT computer monitor and can also be adjusted for your preferred height or position.


This is just a spotlight on the Dell laptop docking stations, but most other brands have similar docking stations and port replicators available. Please take a look through our online store to find the docking station that best suits your model of laptop.