Docking Station Alerts
This policy manages "Docking Station Alerts".
User Controlled : Allow the system user to select whether this alert is displayed or suppressed. (This is the default value).
On : This alert must be displayed if its condition is detected.
Off: This alert must be suppressed if its condition is detected.
Note: Selecting "Not Configured" or "Disabled" will have the same effect.
Supported on: Dell Power Manager (when the system BIOS supports Peak Shift)
| Registry Hive | HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE |
| Registry Path | SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager |
| Value Name | DockAlertsGroup |
| Value Type | REG_SZ |
| Enabled Value | True |
| Disabled Value | False |
| Registry Hive | HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE |
| Registry Path | SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager |
| Value Name | AlertsPolicyVersion |
| Value Type | REG_SZ |
| Value | 1.0.0 |
Select the policy configuration for each alert:
The battery currently attached to your system cannot supply enough power to your docking station for it to operate normally
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name BatteryCannotPowerDockingStation Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name BatteryCannotPowerDockingStation Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name BatteryCannotPowerDockingStation Value Type REG_SZ Value False
Reboot your system to finalize your docking station's firmware update. Your system must be connected to your docking station during the reboot.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockFirmwareUpdateRequiresReboot Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockFirmwareUpdateRequiresReboot Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockFirmwareUpdateRequiresReboot Value Type REG_SZ Value False
Your port does not accept power. To supply power to your system while docked, attach a power adapter to your system.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockConnectedToNonPowerInput Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockConnectedToNonPowerInput Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockConnectedToNonPowerInput Value Type REG_SZ Value False
Multiple docking stations are not simultaneously supported. Disconnect additional docking stations.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name MultipleDocksNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name MultipleDocksNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name MultipleDocksNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The cable connecting your system and docking station provides reduced functionality. Connect the cable that is recommended for your docking station.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCCableCapabilityBelowDockRequirement Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCCableCapabilityBelowDockRequirement Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCCableCapabilityBelowDockRequirement Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The docking station you have connected cannot provide full functionality while connected to the current port. If you have a Thunderbolt port, attach the docking station to that port for full functionality.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortCapabilityBelowDockRequirement Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortCapabilityBelowDockRequirement Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortCapabilityBelowDockRequirement Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The port on your docking station does not accept power. Attach a power adapter to your docking station's power port.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPowerAdapterNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPowerAdapterNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPowerAdapterNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value False
Your docking station is not capable of providing enough power to meet the minimum system requirements for normal operation.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockPowerCapabilityBelowSystemMinimum Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockPowerCapabilityBelowSystemMinimum Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name DockPowerCapabilityBelowSystemMinimum Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The docking station you have connected cannot provide full functionality while connected to the current port. If you have a Thunderbolt port, attach the docking station to that port using the cable that is recommended for your docking station for full functionality.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCCableIncompatibleWithPort Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCCableIncompatibleWithPort Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCCableIncompatibleWithPort Value Type REG_SZ Value False
Your USB Type-C port will not support full docking functionality (e.g., dock firmware updates). However, it will provide video, data, ethernet and power.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortPartialFuncitonalitySinglePortOnly Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortPartialFuncitonalitySinglePortOnly Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortPartialFuncitonalitySinglePortOnly Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The docking station you have connected cannot provide full functionality while connected to the current port. Please use the USB Type-C port located on the left side of your system.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortPartialFuncitonalityAlternatePortAvailable Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortPartialFuncitonalityAlternatePortAvailable Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortPartialFuncitonalityAlternatePortAvailable Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The docking station you have connected cannot provide full performance while connected to the current port. If you have a Thunderbolt port, attach the docking station to that port for full functionality.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortDockConnectedToDisplayPort Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortDockConnectedToDisplayPort Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortDockConnectedToDisplayPort Value Type REG_SZ Value False
Your USB Type-C port does not support full docking functionality such as dock firmware updates. However, the port does provide video, data, and ethernet function. To supply power to your system while docked, attach a power adapter directly to your system.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortSinglePortVideoDataOnly Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortSinglePortVideoDataOnly Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCPortSinglePortVideoDataOnly Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The cable you have connected is not supported by this dock.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCCableIsNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCCableIsNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCCableIsNotSupported Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The cable you have connected is not supported by this dock. This dock supports Dual-C cable only.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCCableIsOnlySupported Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCCableIsOnlySupported Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCCableIsOnlySupported Value Type REG_SZ Value False
The dock you have connected is not compatible with your system.
- User Controlled
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCDockIsNotCompatible Value Type REG_SZ Value UserControlled - On
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCDockIsNotCompatible Value Type REG_SZ Value True - Off
Registry Hive HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Registry Path SOFTWARE\Policies\Dell\CommandPowerManager Value Name UsbCDualCDockIsNotCompatible Value Type REG_SZ Value False
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