Elecom will release docking stations that let you connect multiple peripherals at once, in 5-port and 7-port versions, from early July[1]. Their standout feature is a magnet on the underside that lets them stick firmly to steel desks. Housed in a slim body about 13mm thick and fitted with a 4K/60Hz HDMI port, they let you tidy up the cabling around your desk by connecting to a laptop with a single cable.
The Underside Magnet Is the Key Feature
The two new models are the 5-port "DST-N050BPBK" and the 7-port "DST-N070BPBK"[1]. Both have a built-in magnet on the bottom, so they attach directly to steel desks and stay in place. The base also uses a non-slip silicone material for stable placement[1].
The port face is deliberately angled to make it easier to insert cable connectors, and each port is labeled so it is easy to see where to plug things in[1]. Rather than a detachable design, the cable is a fixed type that cannot be lost, measuring about 0.4m for easy handling[1].
The 5-in-1 and 7-in-1 Differ in Transfer Speed and Card Slots
The main differences between the two models are transfer speed and port layout. The 5-port "DST-N050BPBK" supports USB 5Gbps (USB3.2 Gen1), transferring data at roughly 10 times the speed of Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0). It has two USB-A ports and one data USB Type-C port[1].
The 7-port "DST-N070BPBK", on the other hand, supports USB 10Gbps (USB3.2 Gen2) for high-speed transfer at about 21 times the speed of USB2.0[1]. That suits importing large files such as 4K video and RAW photos. It also adds an SD card slot and a microSD card slot that can be used at the same time, so you can read a camera's SD card and a smartphone's microSD card together. Note that it does not support the SD card lock function[1].
Both models are designed to minimize compatibility issues that tend to arise between connected devices, and Elecom says communication quality is stabilized based on measurements from send-and-receive signal certification testing[1].
4K Output, Up to 100W Charging, and Broad OS Support
For video output, both models have an HDMI port supporting up to 4K (3,840×2,160px)/60Hz, displaying high-resolution video on a large screen. To output video, the PC side must support DisplayPort Alternate Mode, and the input signal must support DisplayPort 1.4[1].
For power, there is a separate charge-only USB Type-C port, which supports USB Power Delivery for charging a laptop at up to 100W of input while in use. Because the unit itself consumes some power, the actual maximum output is 90W on the 5-port model and 88W on the 7-port model. To deliver 90W or 88W, you need to prepare a separate 100W AC charger (no AC charger is included)[1].
The units are bus-powered, and the 7-port model measures about 142mm wide × 35mm deep × 13mm high and weighs about 94g, making it light. Supported operating systems are Windows 11/10, macOS Tahoe 26, and iPadOS 26, with a warranty period of one year[2]. The slim 13mm design fits easily into a bag or pouch, making it a good match for moving between home and the road[1].
Prices are estimated street prices: the 5-port "DST-N050BPBK" is 6,480 yen (5,891 yen excluding tax)[1][3], and the 7-port "DST-N070BPBK" is 7,981 yen (7,255 yen excluding tax)[1][2]. Thanks to revised packaging and other measures, they are certified "THINK ECOLOGY" products that meet Elecom's own environmental certification standards[1].
Summary
Elecom's two docking stations combine the convenience of attaching to a desk with an underside magnet and practical functions such as 4K/60Hz output and up to 100W charging, all in a slim body about 13mm thick. If you need card slots and 10Gbps transfer, the 7-port "DST-N070BPBK" fits; if simple expansion is enough, the 5-port "DST-N050BPBK" works, so you can choose based on your use case. For anyone looking for a unit that is easy to use both at a fixed desk and on the move, they make for an easy option to consider.
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