Check your setup to avoid repeating the mistake.
Check your setup to avoid repeating the mistake.
Hello everyone, I recently bought a Thunderbolt docking station designed for 60W charging. It has two Thunderbolt ports capable of delivering 60W and 15W. I also own a 60W PD charger that can charge two devices at once, reaching up to 45W+15W, along with two laptops. Although the product specs list 65W and 20W, I’ve found it works fine with a 60W charger without issues, so I wasn’t overly worried. My main goal was to minimize desk clutter by using fewer ports, thinking it would be safe to connect both devices at once. Unfortunately, I experienced a pop, white smoke, and a dead Thunderbolt port. Thankfully, the store offered an exchange for a new unit. This incident has made me cautious about plugging in anything into the Thunderbolt port. My main concern is why the capacitor failed—could it be because both laptops were connected simultaneously, because the devices drew more power than the port could safely handle, or due to a communication failure during USB negotiation?
Typically, the port facility asserting its inability to fulfill promises.
I'm focusing on a cleaner approach. The concern seems valid, but since you're testing a specific setup, it's wise to verify safely. Plugging in just your 65W device won't overload the circuit, but always check the label for any warnings. If unsure, err on the side of caution and avoid higher-power devices until you're sure.
If it's damaged, it's definitely a problem. Without knowing the exact item, we can't pinpoint the issue or suggest a solution. It should work properly if it's not broken.
It's acceptable to say "Probably the dock." My main focus was checking if connecting multiple computers to the same docking station would be a worse choice than expected. For future purchases, I'll opt for American brands.
It's still unclear. It might be the dock, the gadget, or a charger—without knowing the product it's hard to say for sure.