Since KCI produces notebook PCs, it maybe valuable or essential for the notebook to have more resources without a spaghetti mess of wires. KCI will provide 2 types of docking stations. The first one is a closed docking station, and the second one is open docking station. Both docking stations will have an RJ45-1GBPS port for connecting to the LAN, and there will be a USB-C hub. Both of these stations can eliminate the need for a desktop computer which KCI does not focus on for the simple fact that notebook PCs are more popular, and have the opportunity to acquire a larger market.
The first docking station will be a closed docking station. There will be 2 models in mind one for the 14″ model, and the second is for the 16″ model. It is important that the owner selects the correct docking station as a different system will not plug in. The closed docking station will have a display port in the back for a monitor. There will also be 8 USB-C ports, a display port, and 1 RJ-45 port. The front will have 2 USB-C ports, and an SD card reader. The owner will close the lid, and slide their system into the docking slot. Pushing in fully will connect the left rear USB-C port to the station, and immediately connects to the resources connected to the docking station including a keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Also, if there is a nearby RJ45 port, then the docking station should plug into that port for faster speeds.
The second docking station will be open. This will mean the user will use the notebook’s screen, keyboard and touchpad. They will also use the SDXC card slot that is in the computer. In turn, there will be 6 USB ports in the rear, and 2 in the front. The rear will also have an RJ45 port for LAN connectivity. There is no need for a display port, nor the need for a keyboard or mouse which explains the 2 fewer USB ports in the rear.