StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, Enclosure Box w/Dual PCI-E Slots, External PCIe Slots, 8K/4K Output Via TB3/DP 1.4, TAA — 2TBT3-PCIE-ENCLOSURE
StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, Enclosure Box w/Dual PCI-E Slots, External PCIe Slots, 8K/4K Output Via TB3/DP 1.4, TAA — 2TBT3-PCIE-ENCLOSURE is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, Enclosure Box w/Dual PCI-E Slots, External PCIe Slots, 8K/4K Output Via TB3/DP 1.4, TAA — 2TBT3-PCIE-ENCLOSURE is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
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 and Windows.
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.
- THUNDERBOLT 3 PCIE EXPANSION CHASSIS: Add PCI Express support to a Thunderbolt 3/4 capable laptop/desktop computer; Dual external PCIe 3.0 x16 slots; 32Gbps of combined bandwidth (up to 21.6Gbps/2700Mbps per slot); 3.3ft (1m) Thunderbolt cable included
- EXPANDABILITY FOR LAPTOPS: Integrate video capture cards, high-speed fiber/Ethernet connectivity, NVMe drives, FireWire cards, and more to unlock the potential of a notebook using this Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe chassis; Toolless design; Aluminum construction
- 8K & 4K DISPLAY SUPPORT: Connect a display through the external PCIe enclosure; The DP 1.4 port and TB3 ports support video outputs up to 8K/5K 60Hz or dual 4K 60Hz (other video resolutions are also supported); PCIe box does not support GPU graphic cards
- ROBUST POWER: The chassis delivers 25W per PCIe slot and features dual internal 12V 15W SATA power ports for up to 40W per card; 12V 10A (120W) universal power adapter is included and is compatible with NA/JP, UK, EU, and ANZ regions
- COMPATIBILITY: Use single-width cards up to 8in (20.3cm) long; Built-in fan for active cooling; Daisy chain compatible with multiple TB3/4 devices; The chassis is driverless and is compatible with macOS, Windows; TAA-compliant
Specifications
Specifications
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Connectivity technologyWired
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Host interfaceThunderbolt 3
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USB 2.0 ports quantity0
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity0
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HDMI ports quantity0
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Microphone inNo
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Headphone outputs0
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DisplayPorts quantity1
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DisplayPort version1.4
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Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity2
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PCI Express x16 slots2
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PCIe version3.0
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Ethernet LANNo
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Product colorSilver
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Card reader integratedNo
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HD type8K Ultra HD
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Number of displays supported2
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Maximum refresh rate60 Hz
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LED indicatorsPower
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Rubber feetYes
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Housing materialAluminum
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Built-in fanYes
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Number of fans1 fan(s)
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Fan diameter2.36" (6 cm)
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Power source typeDC
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AC input voltage100 - 240 V
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Input current3 A
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Output voltage12 V
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Output current10 A
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Power consumption (max)120 W
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Compatible power plug typesAU, EU, JP, UK, US
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Windows operating systems supportedWindows 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
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Mac operating systems supportedMac 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
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Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 65 °C
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Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 65 °C
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Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%
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Width11.1" (281 mm)
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Depth3.31" (84 mm)
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Height5.59" (142 mm)
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Weight3.53 lbs (1.6 kg)
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Package width11.2" (285 mm)
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Package depth13.9" (353 mm)
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Package height5.63" (143 mm)
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Package weight7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
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Cables includedThunderbolt
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AC adapter includedYes
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Quick start guideYes
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Compliance certificatesRoHS, Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
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Quantity per master (outer) case3 pc(s)
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Master (outer) case width14.8" (375 mm)
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Master (outer) case length17.9" (455 mm)
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Master (outer) case height12.8" (325 mm)
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ChipsetTitan Ridge DSL7440 (x2), Ti TPS65983B (x2)
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Sustainability complianceYes
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