The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 is now available at Mascom International for KSh 3,200, a silver-finish 11-in-1 USB-C docking station that runs a 4K HDMI output at 60Hz, three USB 3.0 ports at 5Gbps, a Gigabit Ethernet port, USB-C Power Delivery up to 100W, and SD plus TF card readers from one Type-C connection. The LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 ships in the silver series finish and works plug-and-play with no driver install. You can buy the LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 in person at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 is built for people whose laptops shipped with two or three USB-C ports and nothing else. Software developers at Westlands and Kilimani startups, accountants juggling external drives during KRA season, university students at Strathmore and USIU running dual screens, and field consultants who plug into hotel and client monitors all hit the same wall: one cable cannot carry a monitor, a wired network line, a mouse, a card reader, and charging at once. The LLightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 solves that with a single dock you slip into a laptop bag, turning a thin ultrabook into a wired desk station in seconds.
At Mascom International, we're seeing more buyers move to USB-C-only laptops and then hunt for a dock that does not drop the display or throttle data. Unlike generic hubs that overheat and disconnect mid-call, the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 holds a stable 4K picture and a wired Ethernet line at the same time. Customers across Nairobi report fewer dropped video meetings once they switch from Wi-Fi to the dock's wired port. Visit Mascom International on Kimathi Street to test the LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 with your own laptop, or order for pay-on-arrival delivery to any of Kenya's 47 counties.
Common Questions About the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 USB-C docking station
Is the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 compatible with my laptop?
Yes, if your laptop has a USB-C port that carries video output, which most laptops sold from 2019 onward do. The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 works with MacBook Air and Pro, Windows ultrabooks from HP, Dell, Lenovo and Asus, Chromebooks, and iPad Pro models with USB-C. It is plug-and-play, so no driver download is needed. The one requirement for the HDMI screen output is that your laptop's USB-C port supports DisplayPort Alt Mode. Most modern laptops do. Older or budget machines with charge-only USB-C ports will not pass video. Bring your laptop to our Kimathi Street store and we will confirm before you pay.
How many screens can the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 drive at once?
The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 runs one external display through its 4K HDMI port at 60Hz, sharp enough for spreadsheets, code editors, and 4K video playback.For most Kenyan office and study setups, the single 4K HDMI line driving a desk monitor while the laptop screen stays active gives you a clean two-screen workspace. The dock pulls the video signal straight from your laptop's USB-C port.
Will the dock charge my laptop while I work?
Yes. The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 has a USB-C Power Delivery input rated up to 100W. You plug your laptop's own USB-C charger into the dock's PD port, and the dock passes power through to your laptop while the other ports stay in use. This matters because a single laptop USB-C port can either charge or run the dock, not both. The PD pass-through frees that up. Note that some of the 100W is used to run the dock itself, so expect a little less reaching the laptop. A 65W or higher charger keeps most ultrabooks topped up during full use.
How fast are the data and USB ports?
The three USB 3.0 ports each move data at up to 5Gbps, fast enough to copy a 4K video file or a folder of photos in seconds rather than minutes. Plug in external SSDs, flash drives, a wired keyboard and mouse, or a webcam. The SD and TF card readers run at 480Mbps, which suits photographers and videographers pulling footage off camera and drone cards.
Does the Ethernet port give a real network connection?
Yes, the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 has a Gigabit Ethernet port, meaning a wired internet line up to 1000Mbps. You connect a network cable from your router, Safaricom Home Fibre box, or office switch straight into the dock, and your laptop gets a stable wired link. This is the fix for laptops without an Ethernet port. Wired beats Wi-Fi for video calls on Zoom and Microsoft Teams, large file uploads, and online exams, where a dropped wireless signal causes the most frustration. Many Nairobi buyers add this dock purely for the reliable wired connection during work-from-home days.
Is the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 worth KSh 3,200 in Kenya's market?
For most laptop users, yes. At KSh 3,200 the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 replaces a separate HDMI adapter, a USB hub, a card reader, and an Ethernet dongle, which bought individually cost more and clutter your bag. One silver dock the size of a phone handles all of it. The aluminium-style silver body also pulls heat away better than plastic-only hubs, so it stays cooler during long sessions. Mascom International prices the LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 at current Kenyan market rates with no hidden markup, and you only pay once it reaches you.
Does the dock need software or drivers to work?
No. The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 is plug-and-play across macOS, Windows, ChromeOS, and iPadOS. You connect the dock's USB-C cable to your laptop and the ports come alive within a few seconds, no app or driver install. This keeps it simple for students and non-technical users. The only setup step is choosing whether your external monitor mirrors or extends your laptop screen, which you do in your laptop's own display settings, not on the dock. If you ever need help, our Nairobi CBD desk walks you through it.
What happens if a port stops working?
Every Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 sold at Mascom International is covered by warranty against manufacturing defects. If an HDMI line, a USB port, or the Ethernet jack fails under normal use, bring the dock to our Kimathi Street store and we handle the claim directly, no third-party runaround. We stock genuine Lightwave stock sourced through proper channels, not grey-market copies that fail within weeks. Test the dock in store before you commit, or buy with pay-on-arrival so you check it works the moment it reaches you anywhere in Kenya.
Technical Specifications
Video Output and Display
- 4K HDMI output at 60Hz drives a sharp external monitor, fine for spreadsheets, code, and 4K video playback.
- HDMI pulls the signal from your laptop's USB-C port, so the port must support DisplayPort Alt Mode for screen output.
- Single-monitor extend or mirror mode is set in your laptop's own display settings, not on the dock.
- Silver 11-in-1 variant is expected to add a VGA port for older projectors and legacy monitors common in Kenyan offices.
- Stable picture during long sessions, with no flicker reported when paired with the wired network line.
- Handles desk-monitor work in Westlands offices and lecture-hall projectors at local universities alike.
Data Transfer and USB Ports
- Three USB 3.0 ports each move data at up to 5Gbps, enough to copy large video files in seconds.
- Ports run external SSDs, flash drives, wired keyboards and mice, webcams, and printers at once.
- 5Gbps is roughly ten times faster than older USB 2.0, cutting backup and transfer waits sharply.
- •An added USB-C data port is expected on the 11-in-1 model for extra peripherals; confirm per unit.
- Plug-and-play recognition means devices connect within seconds with no driver install needed.
- Suits developers, accountants, and creatives running several drives and accessories on one thin laptop.
Wired Networking and Power Delivery
- Gigabit Ethernet port gives a wired internet link up to 1000Mbps for stable video calls and uploads.
- Wired connection fixes dropped Wi-Fi during Zoom and Teams meetings and online university exams.
- USB-C Power Delivery input accepts up to 100W, passing charge through to your laptop as you work.
- PD pass-through frees the laptop's only USB-C port, which otherwise must choose between charging and the dock.
- A small share of the 100W runs the dock, so a 65W-plus charger keeps most ultrabooks topped up.
- Connects straight to a Safaricom Home Fibre router, office switch, or wall network point.
Card Readers and Audio
- SD card reader at 480Mbps pulls footage and photos off camera and drone cards quickly.
- TF (microSD) reader at the same speed suits phone, action-camera, and dashcam cards.
- Both card slots read media directly with no separate adapter, handy for photographers and videographers.
- A 3.5mm headphone and mic jack is expected on this variant for headsets and calls; confirm per unit.
- Card readers and other ports run at the same time without forcing you to unplug a drive.
- Made for content creators across Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu moving media off cards daily.
Build and Compatibility
- Silver-series body with an aluminium-style shell that pulls heat away during long working sessions.
- Compact, lightweight frame slips into a laptop bag or backpack for daily commutes and travel.
- Works with MacBook Air and Pro, Windows ultrabooks, Chromebooks, and USB-C iPad Pro models.
- Plug-and-play across macOS, Windows, ChromeOS, and iPadOS with no app or driver download.
- Single integrated USB-C cable connects to the laptop, keeping the desk free of extra leads.
- Genuine Lightwave stock sourced through proper channels, sold and supported at Mascom International, Nairobi.
What's in the Box
The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 retail package includes the docking station unit with its built-in USB-C cable and a user guide. The dock draws power and data from your laptop's USB-C port, so no separate power brick is needed for everyday use; to charge your laptop through the dock, you use your laptop's own USB-C charger plugged into the Power Delivery port. Confirm exact box contents at our Kimathi Street store, as packaging can vary by batch.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 with a 12-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use, matching Lightwave's manufacturer coverage on genuine units. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles any warranty claim directly, with no third-party runaround. Bring the dock to our Kimathi Street store and we resolve faults in person.
Where to Buy the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 in Kenya
The Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 11-in-1 USB-C docking station is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Walk in Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the dock with your own laptop before you pay. Available finish: silver series.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you pay only when the dock reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. Major cities and towns including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nyeri, and Thika receive delivery within 1 business day. The furthest-reaching counties including Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate specifications, current Kenyan pricing, and direct after-sales support from our Nairobi CBD store. Whether you run a USB-C MacBook in Westlands or a Windows ultrabook on a Kakamega campus, the Lightwave LW-SIL-DOCK-11I1 turns one cable into a full desk of connections.
