A docking station apparatus (apparatus) for a portable electronic device such as a laptop computer. The apparatus includes a base section having electronic circuitry, electrical wiring and at least one battery compartment. A support section is attached to the base section and includes a bearing surface for receiving a portable electronic device. The apparatus further includes an enclosure structure attached to the support section for retaining the portable electronic device on the bearing surface. The enclosure structure includes a rear wall and sidewalls configured parallel to each other and contiguous with the rear wall. The bearing surface extends between the sidewalls of the enclosure structure. The rear wall and sidewalls of the enclosure structure are substantially perpendicular to the bearing surface. The enclosure structure includes at least one electrical connector electrically connected to the electronic circuitry within the base section.