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StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe M.2 adapter - Chassis + Card **

StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe M.2 adapter - Chassis + Card

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Web ID: W000160871
Mfr. Part: BNDTB4M2E1
The Thunderbolt 3 m.2 enclosure lets you take advantage of the speed and size of PCIe M.2 internal solid-state drives, connected externally to your Thunderbolt 3 desktop or laptop computer

This Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe M.2 adapter lets you take advantage of the speed of PCIe solid-state drives, connected externally to your Thunderbolt 3 desktop or laptop computer. The adapter combines the StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis (TB31PCIEX16) and the M.2 PCIe SSD adapter card ( PEX4M2E1), giving you a DisplayPort output and an additional Thunderbolt 3 port.

Boost your system speed and performance

Get ultra-fast data access by adding this PCIe M.2 SSD adapter externally to your existing Thunderbolt 3 computer, using the Thunderbolt 3 chassis -- improving your storage performance and expanding overall capacity. The adapter supports PCIe M.2 SSDs (NVMe and AHCI): 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110 drives.

Extend your workstation

Connect additional displays through the chassis dedicated DisplayPort output and second Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port (USB-C video adapter may be required). With two extended displays, you can multitask effortlessly, avoiding the hassle of repositioning open windows or programs repeatedly throughout your workday.

Install with ease

You can assemble and connect the adapter in minutes. Put it together using only a screwdriver then plug and play with no software or drivers required.

The PEX4M2E1 and TB31PCIEX16 are backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty.

The StarTech.com Advantage

- Boost performance and productivity by externally adding a PCIe M.2 SSD to your Thunderbolt 3 computer via the Thunderbolt 3 chassis
- Create an efficient work station with the chassis extra display options, using the DisplayPort output and additional Thunderbolt 3 port
- Upgrade your peripherals without having to upgrade your chassis, by just switching out your PCIe card

** Unless defective, this product is final sale once the packaging has been opened.

Overview
Cooling
Built-in fan:
Yes
Performance
Product colour:
Black
Plug and Play:
Yes
Certification:
CE, FCC
RoHS compliance:
Yes
Other features
Cable length:
0.5 m
Storage
Number of HDDs supported:
1
Performance
LED indicators:
Power
Network
Ethernet LAN:
No
Performance
Data transfer rate:
40 Gbit/s
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T):
5 - 35 C
Storage temperature (T-T):
-20 - 50 C
Operating relative humidity (H-H):
20 - 80%
Packaging content
Quick start guide:
Yes
Power
Output voltage:
12 V
Packaging content
AC adapter included:
Yes
Packaging data
Package width:
290 mm
Package depth:
360 mm
Package height:
145 mm
Package weight:
3.6 kg
Packaging content
Cables included:
Thunderbolt
Other features
Chipset:
Intel - Alpine Ridge DSL6540
Performance
Housing material:
Aluminium, Steel
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology:
Wired
Host interface:
Thunderbolt 3
DC-in jack:
Yes
DisplayPorts quantity:
1
Power
Input current:
2 A
Power consumption (typical):
65 W
AC input voltage:
100 - 240 V
Output current:
5.417 A
Power plug type:
Type N
Compatible power plug types:
AU, EU, JP, UK, US
Ports & interfaces
Microphone in:
No
Storage
Supported HDD sizes:
M.2
Performance
Card reader integrated:
No
Weight & dimensions
Width:
142 mm
Depth:
280 mm
Height:
82 mm
Weight:
1.6 kg
Other features
PCI slot:
PCI-E x4
Maximum port bandwidth:
3.94

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