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. Connectivity technology: Wired, Host interface: Thunderbolt 3. Product colour: Black, Data transfer rate: 40 Gbit/s, LED indicators: Power. Number of fans: 1 fan(s), Bearing type: Sleeve bearing, Fan diameter: 6 cm. Power source type: DC, AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V, Input current: 2 A. Windows operating systems supported: Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10..., 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,...
Manufacturer: StarTech
SKU: TB31PCIEX16
Vendor: Aspects
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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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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Products specifications
Weight & dimensions
Width142 mm
Depth280 mm
Height82 mm
Weight1.6 kg
Other features
Cable length0.5 m
ChipsetIntel - Alpine Ridge DSL6540
Maximum port bandwidth3.94 GB/s
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
Packaging data
Package width290 mm
Package depth360 mm
Package height145 mm
Package weight3.1 kg
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%
Power
Power source typeDC
AC input voltage100 - 240 V
Input current2 A
Output voltage12 V
Output current5.417 A
Power consumption (typical)65 W
Power plug typeType N
Compatible power plug typesAU, EU, JP, UK, US
Technical details
Compliance certificatesCE, RoHS
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technologyWired
Host interfaceThunderbolt 3
DisplayPorts quantity1
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity2
Network
Ethernet LANNo
Performance
Card reader integratedNo
Data transfer rate40 Gbit/s
Product colourBlack
LED indicatorsPower
Rubber feetYes
Housing materialAluminium, Steel
Packaging content
Cables includedThunderbolt
AC adapter includedYes
Quick start guideYes
Sustainability
Sustainability complianceYes
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 compatibilityYes
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
Cooling
Built-in fanYes
Number of fans1 fan(s)
Bearing typeSleeve bearing
Fan diameter6 cm
Noise level24.55 dB
Maximum airflow14.06 cfm
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Products specifications
Weight & dimensions
Width142 mm
Depth280 mm
Height82 mm
Weight1.6 kg
Other features
Cable length0.5 m
ChipsetIntel - Alpine Ridge DSL6540
Maximum port bandwidth3.94 GB/s
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
Packaging data
Package width290 mm
Package depth360 mm
Package height145 mm
Package weight3.1 kg
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%
Power
Power source typeDC
AC input voltage100 - 240 V
Input current2 A
Output voltage12 V
Output current5.417 A
Power consumption (typical)65 W
Power plug typeType N
Compatible power plug typesAU, EU, JP, UK, US
Technical details
Compliance certificatesCE, RoHS
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technologyWired
Host interfaceThunderbolt 3
DisplayPorts quantity1
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity2
Network
Ethernet LANNo
Performance
Card reader integratedNo
Data transfer rate40 Gbit/s
Product colourBlack
LED indicatorsPower
Rubber feetYes
Housing materialAluminium, Steel
Packaging content
Cables includedThunderbolt
AC adapter includedYes
Quick start guideYes
Sustainability
Sustainability complianceYes
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 compatibilityYes
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
Cooling
Built-in fanYes
Number of fans1 fan(s)
Bearing typeSleeve bearing
Fan diameter6 cm
Noise level24.55 dB
Maximum airflow14.06 cfm
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