Computer docking system having means for customizing the hardware configuration in a docking station for optimum performance

A computer docking system, comprising:

• a portable computer;
• a docking station having connection means for connecting said portable computer to said docking station and means for coupling said docking station to an external monitor and an external keyboard;
• means for customizing a hardware configuration in the docking system for optimum performance is capable of customizing common hardware in various docking stations;
• a housing for holding said portable computer therein, said housing having connection means for coupling said docking station to said portable computer;
• a tray adapted to receive said portable computer thereon slidably mounted to said housing;
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• drive means coupled between said housing and said tray for driving said tray and said portable computer into and out of said housing and automatically mating said connection means of said housing to said connection means on said portable computer.