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This User Manual covers the functions, setup, indicator lights, SSD enclosure, and important notes for the Satechi Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock™ with SSD Enclosure (ST-DT5CES-US).

In the Box

The power supply and Thunderbolt™ 5 cable are included.

Specifications

Model: MN25STH02

Thunderbolt 5 Ports:
1× Thunderbolt 5 Host Port: up to 120Gbps, up to 140W to host
3× Thunderbolt 5 Ports: up to 80Gbps data transfer, up to 15W PD each, up to 8K/144Hz video output

USB, Audio & Ethernet:
1× USB-C Port (Port 4): up to 10Gbps, 30W charging
1× USB-C Port (Port 9): up to 10Gbps, 7.5W charging
1× USB-A Port (Port 5): up to 10Gbps, 7.5W charging
1× USB-A Port (Port 8): up to 10Gbps, 4.5W charging
1× 3.5 mm Audio Jack: input/output
1× Ethernet Port: 2.5 Gigabit

Card Readers:
SD and microSD Card Readers: UHS-II, up to 312 MB/s

SSD Enclosure:
M.2 NVMe: up to 64Gbps PCIe 4x4 speeds, up to 8TB storage capacity
Supported sizes: 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280
Compatible with M.2 M-Key NVMe SSDs
Not compatible with SATA SSDs

Power Supply: 180W (included), DC IN 21V

Parts Reference

The dock’s ports and controls are numbered below to match the diagram.

Functions diagram of the Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock™ with SSD Enclosure with 13 numbered callouts.

1. Power Button with LED: White LED on = PSU plugged in, power button on. White LED off = PSU unplugged, power button off. White LED blinking = fan disconnected or stuck.
2. 3.5 mm Audio Jack (Input/Output)
3. SD and microSD Card Readers (UHS-II) (Up to 312 MB/s)
4. USB-C Port (Up to 10Gbps) (30W Charging)
5. USB-A Port (Up to 10Gbps) (7.5W Charging)
6. DC Port (180W Power Supply): Connect the included power supply here (DC IN 21V).
7. Ethernet Port (2.5 Gigabit): 2.5 GbE = left LED solid orange, right LED blinks yellow. 1 GbE = left LED solid green, right LED blinks yellow.
8. USB-A Port (Up to 10Gbps) (4.5W Charging)
9. USB-C Port (Up to 10Gbps) (7.5W Charging)
10. Nanosaver Kensington Lock
11. Thunderbolt 5 Host Port (Up to 120Gbps) (Up to 140W to host): Connect this port to your computer using the included Thunderbolt™ 5 cable.
12. 3× Thunderbolt 5 Ports (Up to 80Gbps data transfer) (Up to 15W PD each) (Up to 8K/144Hz video output)
13. M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure (Up to 64Gbps PCIe 4x4 Speeds) (Up to 8TB storage capacity): Supported sizes: 2230/2242/2260/2280. Compatible with M.2 M-Key NVMe SSDs. Compatible with some SSDs with heat sinks for enhanced thermal control. Not compatible with SATA SSDs.

Setup

Step 1, Connect power: Plug the included 180W power supply into the DC Port (Port 6), then plug the power cord into an outlet.
Step 2, Connect to host: Use the included Thunderbolt™ 5 cable to connect the Thunderbolt 5 Host Port (Port 11) to your computer.
Step 3, Power on: Turn on the Power Button (Port 1). The white LED is on when the PSU is plugged in and the power button is on.

Power Button Indicator Light

The Power Button (Port 1) reports status through its white LED.

White LED on: PSU plugged in, power button on.

White LED off: PSU unplugged, power button off.

White LED blinking: Fan disconnected or stuck.

Ethernet Indicator Lights

The Ethernet Port (Port 7) LEDs show the connection speed.

2.5 GbE Speed: Left LED shows solid orange light, right LED blinks yellow.

1 GbE Speed: Left LED shows solid green light, right LED blinks yellow.

Display Output Support

The three Thunderbolt 5 Ports (Port 12) support up to 8K/144Hz video output.

Triple display: Not supported on macOS.
Dual display: Not supported on Apple M1/M2 processors.
8K resolution: Not supported on macOS.

SSD Installation

The M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure (Port 13) supports 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 sizes and is compatible with M.2 M-Key NVMe SSDs, including some SSDs with heat sinks for enhanced thermal control. SATA SSDs are not compatible.

Make sure the dock is turned off before installing or removing an SSD.

The printed manual includes a QR code for SSD installation steps, display and power details, and more, including additional translated versions of this manual. For SSD installation steps, see Quick Start Guide - Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock™ with SSD Enclosure.

Important Notes

Triple display is not supported on macOS.

Dual display is not supported on Apple M1/M2 processors.

8K resolution is not supported on macOS.

Always eject the SSD before turning off the dock or unplugging it from your computer.

Make sure the dock is turned off before installing or removing an SSD.

The dock automatically adjusts power based on connected devices. If your computer needs more power, disconnect high-power peripherals.

2.5GbE connection speed can only be achieved if both your ISP and connected devices support 2.5GbE.

Certifications

FCC, CE, WEEE, CAN ICES(B)/NMB(B)