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StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, External Enclosure W/Dual PCI Express Slots, PCIe Box for Laptops/Desktops/All-In-Ones, 8K/4K Output Via TB3/DP 1.4 Ports, For Video Capture/Fiber/Ethernet Cards - TAA

SKU: 2TBT3-PCIE-ENCLOSURE
£406.56 ex VAT
£487.87 inc VAT
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  • Add dual external PCIe (PCI Express 3.0) slots, Thunderbolt 3 ports, and a DisplayPort connection to a Thunderbolt 3 equipped system.

    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.

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  • Ports & interfaces
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity0
    Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity2
    Host interfaceThunderbolt 3
    USB 2.0 ports quantity0
    HDMI ports quantity0
    DisplayPorts quantity1
    Microphone inNo
    Headphone outputs0
    Connectivity technologyWired
    PCIe version3.0
    PCI Express x16 slots2
    DisplayPort version1.4
    Network
    Ethernet LANNo
    Performance
    Number of displays supported2
    Product colourSilver
    Card reader integratedNo
    LED indicatorsPower
    Rubber feetYes
    HD type8K Ultra HD
    Housing materialAluminium
    Maximum refresh rate60 Hz
    Technical details
    Product colourSilver
    Sustainability complianceYes
    Compliance certificatesRoHS, Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
    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)
    Fan diameter6 cm
    Storage
    Card reader integratedNo
    Power
    Power source typeDC
    Input current3 A
    Power consumption (max)120 W
    Compatible power plug typesAU, EU, JP, UK, US
    AC input voltage100 - 240 V
    Output voltage12 V
    Output current10 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 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 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
    Indication
    LED indicatorsPower
    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 complianceYes
    Weight & dimensions
    Weight1.6 kg
    Width281 mm
    Depth84 mm
    Height142 mm
    Package weight3.4 kg
    Package width285 mm
    Package depth353 mm
    Package height143 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 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 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
    Product colourSilver
    LED indicatorsPower
    Rubber feetYes
    Packaging data
    Package weight3.4 kg
    Package width285 mm
    Package depth353 mm
    Package height143 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
    Other features
    ChipsetTitan Ridge DSL7440 (x2), Ti TPS65983B (x2)
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