Description
Add two PCI-Express 3.0 x16 capable cards and increase the potential of a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 capable laptop, desktop, or all-in-one system. This Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis lets you take advantage of the vast range of PCIe expansion cards with computers that lack PCIe slots. The chassis lets you connect an external monitor via the DisplayPort (DP) or Thunderbolt 3 ports, supporting Ultra High Definition (UHD) 4K or 8K resolutions.
Enhanced Computer Capabilities
Connect the expansion box to a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 computer with the included 3.3ft (1m) Thunderbolt-certified cable. The chassis features dual PCIe 3.0 x16 slots with 32Gbps of bandwidth that is shared dynamically between both slots (each slot supports up to 2700MBps/21.6Gbps). Add extra functionality to a host device using video capture cards, high-speed fiber or Ethernet networking, NVMe drives, FireWire, sound cards, or any other PCIe-compatible card.
Flexible Card Support
The expansions chassis supports single-slot cards to a maximum length of 8in (20.3cm), allowing current or legacy PCIe cards to be installed. The built-in fan ensures active cooling for your hardware, preventing overheating during heavy usage.
The TAA-Compliant chassis delivers up to 25W per slot, ensuring optimal performance for your connected devices. In addition, the two internal 12V 15W SATA power ports ensure the installed cards have enough power (up to 40W per card) at their disposal.
8K & 4K Monitor Support
Connect a second high-resolution monitor using the DP 1.4 or Thunderbolt 3 ports at the back of the chassis. Enjoy video resolutions of up to single 8K or 5K 60Hz or dual 4K 60Hz (other video resolutions are also supported).
Compatibility
The enclosure is driverless, enabling rapid deployment and is supported in macOS, Windows, and Linux.
The chassis can be placed horizontally or vertically, adapting to your workspace. The toolless design and aluminum construction ensure fast card installation and longevity.
Note: Some expansion cards installed in the chassis may require drivers to be installed.
The StarTech.com Advantage
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| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 2 |
| Host interface | Thunderbolt 3 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 0 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Microphone in | No |
| Headphone outputs | 0 |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| PCIe version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express x16 slots | 2 |
| DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Performance | |
| Number of displays supported | 2 |
| Product colour | Silver |
| Card reader integrated | No |
| LED indicators | Power |
| Rubber feet | Yes |
| HD type | 8K Ultra HD |
| Housing material | Aluminium |
| Maximum refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Technical details | |
| Product colour | Silver |
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS, Trade Agreements Act (TAA) |
| Products per master (outer) case | 3 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) case width | 375 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 455 mm |
| Master (outer) case height | 325 mm |
| Cooling | |
| Built-in fan | Yes |
| Number of fans | 1 fan(s) |
| Fan diameter | 6 cm |
| Storage | |
| Card reader integrated | No |
| Power | |
| Power source type | DC |
| Input current | 3 A |
| Power consumption (max) | 120 W |
| Compatible power plug types | AU, EU, JP, UK, US |
| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| Output voltage | 12 V |
| Output current | 10 A |
| Software | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura |
| Indication | |
| LED indicators | Power |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 65 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 65 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| Sustainability | |
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Width | 281 mm |
| Depth | 84 mm |
| Height | 142 mm |
| Package weight | 3.4 kg |
| Package width | 285 mm |
| Package depth | 353 mm |
| Package height | 143 mm |
| Design | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura |
| Product colour | Silver |
| LED indicators | Power |
| Rubber feet | Yes |
| Packaging data | |
| Package weight | 3.4 kg |
| Package width | 285 mm |
| Package depth | 353 mm |
| Package height | 143 mm |
| Packaging content | |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Cables included | Thunderbolt |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Logistics data | |
| Products per master (outer) case | 3 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) case width | 375 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 455 mm |
| Master (outer) case height | 325 mm |
| Other features | |
| Chipset | Titan Ridge DSL7440 (x2), Ti TPS65983B (x2) |
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David
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