{"id":2453,"date":"2025-09-12T11:35:17","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T02:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alive-project.com\/en\/streamer-magazine\/?p=2453"},"modified":"2025-09-12T11:53:51","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T02:53:51","slug":"9186","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alive-project.com\/en\/streamer-magazine\/article\/9186\/","title":{"rendered":"Elgato Network Dock Review: Remote Access for Stream Deck Anywhere"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Stream Deck has become an essential device for many streamers and creators. However, its convenience has been limited by the length of USB cables. The product we’re reviewing today, the “Network Dock,” breaks those constraints and allows you to connect your Stream Deck over the network, making it a revolutionary product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will explain everything from the basic features of the Network Dock to the actual user experience, as well as its pros and cons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Stream Deck is handy, but I’m struggling to place it where I want because I’m limited by the length of the USB cable…<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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This Network Dock addresses those concerns, enabling remote operation via LAN!\u266a<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Wow!! But is LAN connection difficult\u2026?<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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No, the setup is intuitive and incredibly easy. Let me introduce it right away.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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What is the Network Dock?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Network Dock is an adapter that connects the Stream Deck to the network via an Ethernet cable. This allows you to set up and operate the Stream Deck from a physical distance away from your PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is particularly expected to be utilized in professional environments such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Broadcast studios<\/strong> are ideal for use in control rooms that operate multiple cameras and equipment. In live event venues<\/strong>, it can be installed in booths that control lighting and sound remotely. Additionally, for large-scale streaming setups<\/strong>, it can be useful to hide the main PC in a discreet location to keep the desktop neat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are also interested in a review of the Stream Deck itself, check out this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Network Dock is designed to be extremely compact. Its dimensions are 59 \u00d7 79 \u00d7 27 mm, making it pocket-sized and includes the Network Dock itself, mounting bracket, Stream Deck XL mounting adapter, a USB-C to USB-C cable (15 cm), and a quick start guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The case is simply built but sturdy, designed to withstand usage in professional environments. Using the included bracket makes it easy to install on walls or racks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wait, it’s pocket-sized!? I was picturing something much larger\u2026!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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That really looks like it could help keep my desk tidy!\u266a<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Indeed, with this, you can free yourself from cable clutter!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Main Features and Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Network Connection and PoE Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The standout feature of the Network Dock is its network connection via an Ethernet (RJ45) port. It also supports PoE (Power over Ethernet, IEEE 802.3af)\uff08\u203b\uff09<\/span>, which means that with a PoE-compatible switch, both data transmission and power supply can be achieved with just one LAN cable, simplifying cabling significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uff08\u203b\uff09PoE, or Power over Ethernet, is a technology that allows the simultaneous supply of electrical power and data to network devices over a LAN cable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy Setup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Typically, just connecting to a DHCP\uff08\u203b\uff09<\/span>-enabled network automatically assigns an IP address without requiring any special settings. Of course, you can also configure a static IP address if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Compatible Software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Network Dock supports not only standard software but also advanced control applications for professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n