Description
Dell C/DockII PDX Docking Station Latitude C Series 2x PCI SCSI 10/100 Ethernet
The Dell C/DockII PDX is a full-featured desktop docking station designed specifically for Dell Latitude C Series laptop computers. It expands a docked Latitude into a complete desktop workstation by adding two internal PCI expansion slots, a built-in SCSI adapter, and 10/100 Ethernet with Wake-on-LAN capability — all through a single proprietary docking connector on the laptop's underside.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model: C/DockII PDX
- Part Numbers: 4988U / 04988U / 004988U
- Compatible models: Dell Latitude C640, Dell Latitude C840 (and other Latitude C Series)
- Internal PCI expansion slots: 2
- Built-in SCSI adapter
- 10/100 Ethernet with Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
- Rear ports: VGA, Serial (DB-9), Parallel (DB-25), USB (2x), PS/2 keyboard and mouse, RJ-45 Ethernet, SCSI (DB-50)
- Left side: audio ports — line-in, headphone (3.5mm), microphone (3.5mm)
- Right side: PCI expansion card bay with ejection button
- Built-in rear exhaust fan for active cooling
- Docking station only — no manual, cables, or peripherals included
Applications
The Dell C/DockII PDX was designed for corporate and enterprise environments where Dell Latitude C Series users needed to transition seamlessly between mobile and desktop setups. By docking the laptop, users gained access to a full complement of legacy and expansion ports that were not available on the laptop itself — including SCSI for external storage devices, parallel for printers and scanners, and two PCI slots for expansion cards such as additional storage controllers or specialized interface cards. The Wake-on-LAN feature made these units popular in managed enterprise deployments, where IT administrators could remotely power on machines for overnight updates and maintenance. This generation of Dell docking stations dates from the early-to-mid 2000s, corresponding to the Latitude C-series laptop lineup. They remain useful for anyone maintaining legacy Dell Latitude C640 or C840 systems, particularly in industrial, educational, or archival settings where those laptops are still in service.
This Dell C/DockII PDX Laptop Docking Station was pulled from a working environment and appears to be in good used condition. The unit shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with prior office use. The rear ports, PCI expansion bay, and docking connector appear intact and undamaged in the photos. No manual, cables, or peripherals are included — docking station only. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Dell |
Model: |
C/DockII PDX |
MPN: |
4988U |
Secondary Model: |
04988U / 004988U |
SKU: |
14616 |
Type: |
Laptop Docking Station |
Compatible With: |
Dell Latitude C Series |
Compatible With 1: |
Dell Latitude C640 |
Compatible With 2: |
Dell Latitude C840 |
Number of PCI Expansion Slots: |
2 |
Built-in Adapter: |
SCSI |
Network: |
10/100 Ethernet with Wake-on-LAN (WOL) |
Rear Ports: |
VGA, Serial, Parallel, USB, PS/2 x2, RJ-45, SCSI |
Audio: |
Line-in, Headphone, Microphone (3.5mm) |
Form Factor: |
Desktop Docking Station |
Seller Notes: |
Docking station only — no manual, cables, or peripherals included. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
China |
Condition Notes: |
This Dell C/DockII PDX Docking Station was pulled from a working environment and is in good used condition. Normal cosmetic wear present. Docking station only — no manual, cables, or peripherals included. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |