Detaching a ThinkPad port replicator or docking station
To detach your computer from the port replicator or docking station, do the following:
1. Ensure that:
• The devices connected to USB connectors are not in use.
• The connection to an Ethernet connector has been ended.
• The system lock key of the docking station is in place and in the unlocked (horizontal) position for:
– ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3
– ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0
– ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3
– ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0
2. Press the eject button until the computer moves up. Then, grasp both sides, and remove the computer.
Security feature
Use the security keyhole on the ThinkPad port replicator or docking station to attach a mechanical lock. By
attaching a mechanical lock, you can secure the port replicator or docking station to a stationary object,
such as a desk, to protect your port replicator or docking station from theft. Mechanical locks in different
sizes are available from Lenovo as options.
Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer 107