The USB 3.0 port on the laptop also operates all functions, including screen output. From an older dock I was used to connect at least 2 cable to the laptop: A DVI / VGA cable for image output and a USB for the rest Now enough of how it actually wants..
The base is just great: the walk itself is very stable and difficult - the device is characterized it really clean and not wobble. Moreover, the foot is easy to install. Thus the device takes up less space.
What me but really lacking on the docking station is an input to the microphone. Otherwise, I can absolutely recommend the device!