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        • StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, External Enclosure with One PCI Express Slot, PCIe Box for Laptops/Desktops/All-In-Ones, 5K/4K Output Via TB3/DP Ports, TAA Compliant

        StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, External Enclosure with One PCI Express Slot, PCIe Box for Laptops/Desktops/All-In-Ones, 5K/4K Output Via TB3/DP Ports, TAA Compliant

        SKU: TB31PCIEX16
        £238.10 ex VAT
        £285.72 inc VAT
        Product out of stockOut of stock
        • Add an external PCIe (PCI Express 3.0) x16 slot and a DisplayPort connection to your Thunderbolt 3 equipped MacBook or laptop

          This Thunderbolt™3 PCIe expansion chassis lets you add a PCI Express card to your laptop or desktop computer, through an external Thunderbolt 3 connection. The chassis also features a DisplayPort video output, so you can connect an additional monitor to your laptop, and supports Thunderbolt 3 daisy chaining, so you can expand your workstation even further.

          Expand the capabilities of your Thunderbolt 3 computer

          The Thunderbolt 3 PCIe chassis makes it easy to expand your system with the capabilities you need to work at peak productivity. You can add many types of PCI Express cards, such as a PCIe USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 and USB-C, SSD, network, eSATA, FireWire or video capture cards. And, with the speed and bandwidth support of Thunderbolt 3 and PCIe 3.0, you can enjoy many of the same port additions you would from the PCI Express expansion slots of a desktop system.

          Extend your workstation

          The external PCIe enclosure features a dedicated DisplayPort output that lets you add an additional display to your laptop or desktop computer. The enclosure features a second Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port, that you can use to connect a secondary display (a USB-C video adapter may be required). With multiple extended displays, you can work more efficiently by multitasking faster, and avoid the hassle of continually repositioning several open windows or programs.

          You can also use the second Thunderbolt 3 port to connect additional Thunderbolt, USB and DisplayPort devices to your system. You can daisy chain up to six Thunderbolt 3 devices and expand your workstation to suit your specific requirements.

          Increase productivity with faster speeds

          Thunderbolt 3 is the fastest connection available, which means you don't have to deal with the performance bottlenecks of a slower connection, and can accomplish more in the same amount of time.

          At up to 40Gbps this Thunderbolt 3 expansion chassis gives you the throughput to add displays to your laptop, access files quickly, and work without disruptions. It's easy to access and edit large uncompressed files such as videos and images on the fly, making it ideal for dynamic on-site production.

          The TB31PCIEX16 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

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        • Ports & interfaces
          Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity2
          Host interfaceThunderbolt 3
          USB 2.0 ports quantity0
          Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports0
          HDMI ports quantity0
          DisplayPorts quantity1
          Connectivity technologyWired
          Network
          Ethernet LANNo
          Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports0
          Performance
          Product colourBlack
          Card reader integratedNo
          LED indicatorsPower
          Data transfer rate40 Gbit/s
          Rubber feetYes
          Housing materialAluminium, Steel
          Maximum airflow14.06 cfm
          Technical details
          Product colourBlack
          Data transfer rate40 Gbit/s
          Cable length0.5 m
          Sustainability complianceYes
          Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
          Compliance certificatesCE, RoHS
          Maximum port bandwidth3.94 GB/s
          Products per master (outer) case3 pc(s)
          Master (outer) case width375 mm
          Master (outer) case length455 mm
          Master (outer) case height325 mm
          Cooling
          Built-in fanYes
          Number of fans1 fan(s)
          Bearing typeSleeve bearing
          Fan diameter6 cm
          Noise level24.55 dB
          Maximum airflow14.06 cfm
          Storage
          Card reader integratedNo
          Power
          Power source typeDC
          Input current2 A
          Power plug typeType N
          Compatible power plug typesAU, EU, JP, UK, US
          AC input voltage100 - 240 V
          Power consumption (typical)65 W
          Output voltage12 V
          Output current5.417 A
          Software
          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 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 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 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 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
          Mac compatibilityYes
          Indication
          LED indicatorsPower
          Operational conditions
          Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 35 °C
          Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 50 °C
          Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%
          Sustainability
          Sustainability complianceYes
          Weight & dimensions
          Weight1.6 kg
          Width142 mm
          Depth280 mm
          Height82 mm
          Package weight3.1 kg
          Package width290 mm
          Package depth360 mm
          Package height145 mm
          Design
          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 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 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 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 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
          Product colourBlack
          LED indicatorsPower
          Rubber feetYes
          Packaging data
          Package weight3.1 kg
          Package width290 mm
          Package depth360 mm
          Package height145 mm
          Packaging content
          Quick start guideYes
          Cables includedThunderbolt
          AC adapter includedYes
          Logistics data
          Products per master (outer) case3 pc(s)
          Master (outer) case width375 mm
          Master (outer) case length455 mm
          Master (outer) case height325 mm
          Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
          Other features
          ChipsetIntel - Alpine Ridge DSL6540
          Cable length0.5 m
          Maximum port bandwidth3.94 GB/s
        • Your parcel will arrive within 5 business days (excluding weekends and public holidays) after you place your order. Items are shipped in working days only, your order may arrive anytime between 7am and 9pm. Deliveries are not made on public holidays, so you can expect your order to arrive the next working day.


          Items must be returned in an unused and saleable condition within 16 days of the receipt of goods. Please read our delivery and returns policy for further information.