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.
This adapter is not compatible with Thunderbolt 4 computers
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.
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Products specifications
| Weight | 58 g |
| 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 |
| Package width | 82 mm |
| Package depth | 178 mm |
| Package height | 25 mm |
| Package weight | 86 g |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Certification | CE, FCC, Thunderbolt |
| Connector 1 | Female |
| Connector 2 | Male |
| Connector contacts plating | Nickel |
| Cable length | 0.2 m |
| Product colour | Black |
| Cable shielding | Aluminum mylar foil |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 8.1, 10, 11 macOS 10.12 - 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0 |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
