Plugable TBT5-AI Thunderbolt 5 AI Enclosure & Dock with 850W Power Supply

Plugable Thunderbolt 5 AI eGPU Enclosure & Dock: 80Gbps, 850W PSU Included, TAA Compliant

The Plugable TBT5-AI is a versatile and high-performance AI enclosure designed for professionals seeking to build their own private AI powerhouse. Leveraging Thunderbolt 5 technology, this desktop enclosure offers an impressive 80Gbps of bi-directional bandwidth, enabling seamless data transfer for demanding AI inference tasks and complex workflows. Its robust 850W ATX 3.1 power supply, built with 100% Japanese capacitors, provides a dedicated 600W to support high-end GPUs such as the NVIDIA RTX 4090 or 5080 series, ensuring optimal performance for large-scale models and data processing. This enclosure supports PCIe x16 slots with 4 lanes of PCIe 4.0, allowing for flexible configuration with triple-slot GPUs, making it suitable for AI, machine learning, and deep learning applications. Designed for Windows 11 systems, it is compatible with Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 systems that support eGPUs, providing a versatile solution for professional workflows. The TBT5-AI serves as both an external GPU and a comprehensive workstation hub, with features like 96W host charging, ultra-fast 2.5Gbps Ethernet, and four USB ports (including USB-A and USB-C) for high-speed peripherals. Its modular design allows users to scale performance according to their workflow needs, making it an essential tool for AI developers, researchers, and professionals who prioritize privacy and data security. The enclosure supports GPUs up to 13.6 inches in length, and users are advised to verify compatibility based on physical dimensions and power requirements before installation. With lifetime support and a 2-year limited warranty, the Plugable TBT5-AI combines performance, security, and expandability in a compact desktop form factor, empowering users to host and run proprietary AI models locally without cloud dependency or subscription costs.

Features:

• Build Your Own AI Enclosure: An 80Gbps Thunderbolt 5 eGPU enclosure featuring an 850W PSU and PCIe x16 slot with 4 lanes PCIe 4.0 for hosting your own high-end GPU (GPU not included).

• Intelligence You Own: Enables secure offline AI model operation by running models like Llama 3 with an air gap, supporting tools such as Ollama, LM Studio, Foundry Local, NVIDIA NIM, and llama.cpp, eliminating cloud risks and subscription fees.

• Modular Performance Scales With Your Workflow: Equipped with 96W host charging, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, downstream Thunderbolt 5 port, and high-speed USB-A and USB-C ports, offering flexibility and expandability for professional use.

• Designed for Windows 11: Compatible with Thunderbolt 5, 4, and USB4 systems that support eGPUs, providing a reliable and powerful platform for AI, machine learning, and high-performance computing tasks.