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title: Why does my Dp DOCK need to be powered On?
description: In order for your Dp DOCK to recognise your DermapenWorld device and to then automatically synchronise and update your device, your Dp DOCK must be powered on.
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# Why does my Dp DOCK need to be powered On?

In order for your Dp DOCK to recognise your DermapenWorld device and to then automatically synchronise and update your device, your Dp DOCK must be powered on.

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