Abstract: A computer docking station devised to operate in different manufacturer-configured modes is disclosed. In Split Dock Mode, the computer docking station utilizes a lower dock subassembly (LDS) positioned beneath the work surface for connection to cables infrequently disconnected during normal operation and an upper dock subassembly (UDS) comprising one or more data ports positioned on top of the work surface. In Hub Mode, the UDS functions alone to provide a data hub. In Charging Mode, the UDS functions alone to provide charging ports only, with no data-transfer capability. In Dock Mode, the LDS functions alone to provide a docking station. This design allows manufacturers to sell different configurations without having to keep a stock of multiple different pieces of hardware-only a small change to a single resistor in the UDS's PCBA is necessary to change the UDS from Hub/Split Dock Mode to Charging Mode.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for cable management. The apparatus may include a cap assembly for attaching the apparatus to a work surface where a user desires to raise power and/or data connections vertically up to the work surface. The apparatus may further include a dynamic leg assembly for adjusting a height of the apparatus. Once installed, a user may raise or lower the work surface, thereby increasing or decreasing a height of the apparatus and its power and/or data connections.