Build a Connected Home Office

Begin with the connections your computer actually supports. A Thunderbolt dock can simplify a desk, but it cannot override the display limits of the host. CalDigit TS4 lists 18 ports, up to 98 W charging and 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet. MX Keys S brings low-profile keys and backlighting; Smart Actions require Logi Options+. Rain Design mStand raises a laptop at a fixed height and should be paired with separate input devices. ASUS PA278QV is a 1440p SDR display, not a USB-C charging monitor. Check compatibility rather than assuming a more expensive accessory is always better.