Portege R500: Which port replicator with DVI could be compatible

Hi,
Does anyone know which port replicator with DVI supports the portege R500 notebook.
When I look at the product and it's accessories no one of the port replicators lists the portege R500 as a supported notebook.
Perhaps there is not one as of now?

Hi
I also used the Toshiba Options & Accessories website for the searching and I found these parts:
- Dynadock - Universal USB Docking Station with Video (DVI) Phase 2 PA3542E-2PRP
- Slim Port Replicator 2 PA3603E-1PRP
- USB 2.0 Port Replicator II (Ethernet / EU Version) PX1173E-1PRP
If you need more details about these single devices then google simply for these part numbers.
Bye

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