StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter - TB3 Laptop to TB2 Displays & Devices - Thunderbolt 2 20Gbps or Thunderbolt 1 10Gbps Converter - Thunderbolt 3 Certified- Windows/Mac

Use first-generation Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices with your new Thunderbolt 3 computer

With this adapter, you can connect Windows and Mac based Thunderbolt 3 computers to older Thunderbolt devices, such as external hard drives, Thunderbolt displays, and older Thunderbolt capable Mac computers.

Because this adapter is backward compatible, you can connect to first-generation Thunderbolt devices at 10Gbps speed. With Thunderbolt 2 devices, you can connect at 20Gbps. The adapter satisfies all requirements for bi-directional data transfers and simultaneous power for bus-powered devices.

The TBT3TBTADAP is backed by a 2-year warranty for guaranteed reliability.

Your computer’s Thunderbolt 3 ports might not function properly until you update one or more of the following on your computer:

BIOS

Thunderbolt firmware

Thunderbolt 3 controller drivers

Thunderbolt 3 software

The required updates will vary depending on your computer.

For an up-to-date list of affected computers and instructions, visit http://thunderbolttechnology.net/updates. If your manufacturer isn’t listed on the Thunderbolt website, contact your manufacturer.

The StarTech.com Advantage

- THUNDERBOLT 3 TO THUNDERBOLT ADAPTER: This converter lets you connect older TB2 (20Gbps) and TB1 (10Gbps) peripherals to a TB3 host; connect TB1/TB2 devices like docks or external storage drive bays
- THUNDERBOLT 3 CERTIFIED: Compatible w/ TB3 certified laptops like MacBook Air & MacBook Pro, Dell XPS 13 & 15, Latitude, Precision, Lenovo ThinkPad X1, P series, HP EliteBook; requires TB3 host
- COMPATIBLE WITH THUNDERBOLT DISPLAYS: This TB3 to TB2/TB1 adapter enables use of older Thunderbolt monitors (27" Apple Thunderbolt Displays/LG Ultrawide TB2 display) w/ certified Thunderbolt 3 laptops,

Ports & interfaces
Connector contacts plating	Nickel
Connector 2	Male
Connector 1	Female
Cable length	0.2 m
Technical details
Product colour	Black
Cable length	0.2 m
Sustainability certificates	RoHS
Design
Product colour	Black
Certification	CE, FCC, Thunderbolt
Cable length	0.2 m
Performance
Cable shielding	Aluminum mylar foil
Compatible operating systems	Windows 8.1, 10, 11 macOS 10.12 - 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0
Product colour	Black
Certification	CE, FCC, Thunderbolt
System requirements
Compatible operating systems	Windows 8.1, 10, 11 macOS 10.12 - 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0
Certificates
Certification	CE, FCC, Thunderbolt
Sustainability
Sustainability certificates	RoHS
Weight & dimensions
Weight	58 g
Packaging data
Package width	82 mm
Package height	25 mm
Package depth	178 mm
Package weight	86 g
Packaging content
Quantity per pack	1 pc(s)
Logistics data
Products per master (outer) case	72 pc(s)
Master (outer) case width	309 mm
Master (outer) case length	375 mm
Master (outer) case height	296 mm
Harmonized System (HS) code	84733080