Will laptop docking stations burn out the computer?
Docking stations can damage your computer, especially over long periods of time. Frequent plugging and unplugging can easily damage the notebook's Type-C interface. When the docking station is plugged into the computer, it seriously affects the heat dissipation of the computer, because most of the areas near the Type-C interface on the computer are areas where the computer is prone to heat, and the docking station itself also generates heat, so it will cause certain damage to the computer.
Special attention should be paid to: charging the notebook through the docking station can easily cause the motherboard to be burned out. The main reasons are as follows:
1. Short circuit
When we plug the docking station directly into the laptop, the PCB board inside the docking station is directly connected to the notebook motherboard. Therefore, when we charge the laptop through the docking station, the entire internal circuit is connected. If the internal circuit of the docking station If the design is unreasonable (such as desoldering, soldering, etc.), a short circuit may cause the motherboard to be burned out.
2. Instantaneous high voltage
Most of the current docking stations support PD fast charging. When using PD fast charging, if the input voltage is unstable or the internal design of the docking station is not reasonable enough (such as the lack of an isolation cover), it may be caused by excessive instantaneous voltage. The laptop motherboard was damaged.
How to prevent the docking station from burning out the laptop motherboard
1. Do not charge your laptop through the docking station
Now that we already know that the notebook motherboard will be burned out only when we charge the notebook through the docking station, then as long as we try to avoid charging the notebook through the docking station, we can reduce the chance of the motherboard being burned out.
2. Choose a docking station with reliable quality
But sometimes we may have to charge the laptop through the docking station, so we have to work hard to select the docking station and try to choose a brand with reliable quality and reliable reputation.
3. Good heat dissipation
Choose a docking station with a good thermal design to ensure that heat from external devices does not overheat your laptop. Also, make sure your laptop is placed in a well-ventilated location.
4. Update drivers and firmware
Regularly check the dock's manufacturer's website for the latest driver and firmware updates. These updates often include performance and stability improvements that can make the dock more reliable.
5. Be careful when plugging or unplugging
Do not roughly plug or unplug the cable connected to the docking station. Use caution to prevent damage to the connector or port.
6. Regular maintenance
Clean the dock's connectors regularly to make sure they are free of dust or dirt, which may affect the stability of the connection.
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