Basic dongle/hub with SD, USB-C and USB-A for M1 iMac

[MrMister111]

Wanting a basic dongle/hub that has following for an M1 iMac.

Doesn’t have to be flash just for basic use, may or may not leave plugged in, probably not as won’t use all the time.

I won’t use HDMI for example and so will be a waste for one on it.

Thanks

 

[satcomer]

Maybe you would like the OWC ThunderBolt 4 Dock if it fits your need!

 

[MrMister111]

Maybe you would like the OWC ThunderBolt 4 Dock if it fits your need!

Wow that’s huge! I will probably not leave it plugged in if not needed, so think order smaller one.

Also don’t need Ethernet port as will hand that if I need on the M1 power plug.

Thanks

 

[satcomer]

Wow that’s huge! I will probably not leave it plugged in if not needed, so think order smaller one.

Also don’t need Ethernet port as will hand that if I need on the M1 power plug.

Thanks

Then maybe you like Caldigit Thunderbolt Element Hub!

 

[MrMister111]

Then maybe you like Caldigit Thunderbolt Element Hub!

Still massive and no SD adapter

 

[satcomer]

Still massive and no SD adapter

Massive? Sure it doesn't have SD slot banned give you that!

 

[adeC1]

Still massive and no SD adapter

That is the one I purchased for the new iMac and it's brilliant. I have a USB-C Sandisk UHS-II Card reader and it works perfectly with the Hub. If you want some pics of the hub I can send you some.

 

[MrMister111]

I’m finding it hard to find a dongle with a USB-C port on that will also do data transfer.

A lot I find are what I would like but scrolling through to details it says the USB-C port is for 60/100W power passthrough, but don’t support data. I thought they all would.

I want the dongle’s USB-C port to support data for an easier access USB-C port rather than use a rear USB-C port on the iMac.

 

[headlessmike]

How about this?

USB-C Clamp Hub for 24-inch iMac

satechi.net

And if you don't like the clamp design they also have this:

Slim Type-C Aluminum Multi-Port Adapter V2 | Satechi - Apple and PC Accessories

satechi.net

or this:

USB-C Combo Hub for Desktop | Satechi - Apple and PC Accessories

satechi.net

 

[MrMister111]

How about this?

USB-C Clamp Hub for 24-inch iMac

satechi.net

I’ve seen them and they look perfect actually, neat and tidy, but I’m not sure if they block the speakers or vents on the bottom.

I’m also not 100% on it being there all the time to spoil the look as the iMac sometimes, positioning wise, will show the back where it doesn’t look as good.

Thanks

 

[headlessmike]

I’ve seen them and they look perfect actually, neat and tidy, but I’m not sure if they block the speakers or vents on the bottom.

I’m also not 100% on it being there all the time to spoil the look as the iMac sometimes, positioning wise, will show the back where it doesn’t look as good.

Thanks

See my edited post for other options! I added them shortly after posting.

 

[MrMister111]

See my edited post for other options! I added them shortly after posting.

Second link is the ones I’m looking at, lots and lots on Amazon very similar.

That’s apparently a good brand, but again it stairs the USB-C on the dongle is “not video/data” so presume it’s only a charging port pass through. Not something I want for an iMac.

I’m not sure if the technicalities of it, or unsure why, that the dongle USB-C doesn’t support data passthrough though. I want this option as the iMac ports are on back and so easier access if a data one is on the dongle.

Third link one is. Ice but doesn’t have a USB-C port.

Thanks

 

[headlessmike]

Second link is the ones I’m looking at, lots and lots on Amazon very similar.

That’s apparently a good brand, but again it stairs the USB-C on the dongle is “not video/data” so presume it’s only a charging port pass through. Not something I want for an iMac.

I’m not sure if the technicalities of it, or unsure why, that the dongle USB-C doesn’t support data passthrough though. I want this option as the iMac ports are on back and so easier access if a data one is on the dongle.

Third link one is. Ice but doesn’t have a USB-C port.

Thanks

Ah, I see. There's this, but it might be overkill for your needs:

USB-C | SOHO Dock – CalDigit

www.caldigit.com

 

[MrMister111]

Ah, I see. There's this, but it might be overkill for your needs:

USB-C | SOHO Dock – CalDigit

www.caldigit.com

Thanks for that, it is as you say a little overkill and more expensive for what I really need.

It has helped though I think as even on that dock, there is an extra USB-C port dedicated to data/SSD and the other USB-C is a PD charging port only. This would indicate that if there is a charging port of a USB-C on it, then it must not be able to do data for some reason as well. It must have to have another USB-C just for data?

Thanks

 

[MrMister111]

So hard to find one of this type or similar whereby the USC-C port on it allows data. Some state on the listing PD (not data) which I thought all USB-C would do data, but not PD for charging. Not the other way around.

Others it never states if it does or doesn’t and a lot are no brand or never heard of brands so can’t find out on the manufacturer website.

All I want is one of these or similar with USB-A, SD, and USB-C data port.

Deal: USB C Hub Type-C to HDMI Multiport Adapter Tuwejia 6 in 1 Docking Station with HDMI 4K@30Hz USB3.0 Fast Data Transfer SD/TF Card Reader 60W Power Delivery for Macbook/Mac Pro/mini/iMac/Surface Pro/XPS https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B097NZDN1M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_dl_6A02TS5DNHA0F64B8JZP

 

[headlessmike]

I found these that looks promising:

USB C Hub 9 in 1, MAVINEX 4K HDMI USB C Docking Station, 100W Power Delivery, 5Gbps USB-C Data Port, 3 USB 3.0 Ports, MicroSD/TF, 1Gbps Ethernet Adapter for MacBook, Dell XPS, More Type C Devices

USB C Hub 9 in 1, MAVINEX 4K HDMI USB C Docking Station, 100W Power Delivery, 5Gbps USB-C Data Port, 3 USB 3.0 Ports, MicroSD/TF, 1Gbps Ethernet Adapter for MacBook, Dell XPS, More Type C Devices

www.amazon.co.uk

Lemorele 9 in 1 USB C Hub Dongle with Ethernet, HDMI 4K, 2 USB, USB C Data Ports, 100W PD, TF/SD Card Slot, USB C Multiport Adapter for MacBook Pro Air M1, iPad Pro, Switch, Chromecast, XPS and more

Lemorele 9 in 1 USB C Hub Dongle with Ethernet, HDMI 4K, 2 USB, USB C Data Ports, 100W PD, TF/SD Card Slot, USB C Multiport Adapter for MacBook Pro Air M1, iPad Pro, Switch, Chromecast, XPS and more

www.amazon.co.uk

 

[MrMister111]

I found these that looks promising:

USB C Hub 9 in 1, MAVINEX 4K HDMI USB C Docking Station, 100W Power Delivery, 5Gbps USB-C Data Port, 3 USB 3.0 Ports, MicroSD/TF, 1Gbps Ethernet Adapter for MacBook, Dell XPS, More Type C Devices

USB C Hub 9 in 1, MAVINEX 4K HDMI USB C Docking Station, 100W Power Delivery, 5Gbps USB-C Data Port, 3 USB 3.0 Ports, MicroSD/TF, 1Gbps Ethernet Adapter for MacBook, Dell XPS, More Type C Devices

www.amazon.co.uk

Lemorele 9 in 1 USB C Hub Dongle with Ethernet, HDMI 4K, 2 USB, USB C Data Ports, 100W PD, TF/SD Card Slot, USB C Multiport Adapter for MacBook Pro Air M1, iPad Pro, Switch, Chromecast, XPS and more

Lemorele 9 in 1 USB C Hub Dongle with Ethernet, HDMI 4K, 2 USB, USB C Data Ports, 100W PD, TF/SD Card Slot, USB C Multiport Adapter for MacBook Pro Air M1, iPad Pro, Switch, Chromecast, XPS and more

www.amazon.co.uk

Second link looks good thanks as specifically says USB-C data.