BookEndz BE-MB13B 13-Inch Docking Station for MacBook (Black)
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Manufacturer: Bookendz - Olympic Control
Model: BE-MB13B
Average Customer Rating: 2.5
List Price: $159.00
Our Price: $144.50
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| Editorial Review for BookEndz BE-MB13B 13-Inch Docking Station for MacBook (Black)
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The docking station replicates all of the connectors and ports from the side of the 13" MacBook. The dock allows for all of the peripheral devices normally connected to the side of the MacBook - Ethernet, Modem, FireWire, USB, Audio In, Audio Out to be plugged into the back of the dock, and remain plugged in, independent of the computer. Taking the computer from the office or the home, or moving it from one room to another, doesn't require disconnecting and reconnecting several devices.
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Customer Reviews for BookEndz BE-MB13B 13-Inch Docking Station for MacBook (Black)
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Does the Job
Rating: 4/ 5
With a bit of trepidation, I purchased this product after reading several negative reviews, but, its the only game in town. Upon receipt, the monitor plug gave not signal. "Here we go" I thought and made a call to the support number on the included instructions. Upon receiving a taped message to leave my number and they would get back to me soon I thought "Oh boy, Oh boy, Oh boy!" Everything I read was correct.
Ten minutes later the phone rang, I described the problem and they said they believed they knew exactly what the problem was and that UPS would pick it up the next day. Without even having to type a mailing label, back it went and four days later I had a perfectly functioning unit that makes using a laptop at work and at home a much easier, not to mention that there is probably less wear and tear on the jack built into the computer.
Of course you should not have to return a brand new product but the way that this was handled and the working end product left me pleasantly surprised.
Disappointing
Rating: 1/ 5
Although I like the idea of conveniently connecting and disconnecting my MacBook to cables at my desk, I was disappointed in the lack of a "quality feel" with this product...especially, considering its price of $160. Once connected the USB indicator light did not light up and I got the message that USB power was not available. I spoke with the manufacturer and they instructed me to return it to Amazon...at my expense since UPS does not serve bush Alaska. Speaking with Amazon today, I was told that it would be back-ordered. I decided to cancel my order and get a refund. Amazon has handled their end very effeciently.
Works as advertised for me, little pricey
Rating: 4/ 5
So far, this dock has worked for me just as advertised. BookEndz is the only provider that I am aware of that makes a dock for Apple portablez. The extra USB hub and the full DVI and VGA ports do add value and convenience to the as you don't have to go out and buy the Apple Adapters for $20 a pop, though the $159 price tag does strike me as a little high. Whether the dock is "worth it" will vary on the individual and how they use the Mac. In my case, I plug and unplug a handful of cables and the dock does make it easier and cleaner. I'm not sure that's worth the price tag but it may be for some people. All in all, the dock works just as it is designed to and is the only product of its type I know of on the market. If you're looking for a way to "dock" your Mac notebook at your desk, this is your solution.
Are you kidding me!
Rating: 1/ 5
Do not waste your time and money with this product. Going on two weeks of use and my mouse, keyboard, printer, and monitor lose connection at least twice a day. Start up and shut down took forever. You're better going with a good usb hub and a velcro-tie for your cables, much cheaper and will work better. I'm now on day 3 with out using the bookendz and my macbook and peripherals are working great!
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