Sonnet Echo Express SE I Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis

The Sonnet Echo Express SE I Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis provides professionals with a compact and robust solution for connecting a full-height, half-length+ PCIe card to computers lacking internal expansion slots. Designed for Mac and Windows systems with Thunderbolt 3 ports, this enclosure allows users to add high-performance cards such as video capture, audio interfaces, or network adapters externally, expanding the capabilities of ultra-light notebooks, small form factor PCs, and all-in-one desktops. Its rugged aluminum housing ensures durability while maintaining a sleek profile suitable for desktop use. The system supports a single PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, accommodating one full-height, half-length+ card, and includes space for a daughter card, enabling compatibility with select professional video and audio interface cards that require external connections. This feature makes the Echo Express SE I ideal for creative professionals needing high-bandwidth, high-performance hardware without the bulk of traditional desktop workstations.

Features:

• Thunderbolt Cable & ThunderLok Included: Comes with a 0.5-meter Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps) cable and ThunderLok connector retainer clip to prevent accidental disconnections.

• Rugged Aluminum Housing: Ensures durable and secure protection for internal components.

• Power for Peripherals: Provides up to 15W of power to connected devices or the host system.

• Energy Saver Mode: Automatically powers on or off in sync with your computer to conserve energy.

• Remarkably Quiet: Features a temperature-controlled, variable-speed fan that quietly cools the PCIe card during operation.

• Dual Thunderbolt 3 Ports: One port connects to your computer, while the second supports daisy chaining up to five additional Thunderbolt devices, attaching a single USB device, or connecting up to two 4K displays at 60Hz or one 5K display at 60Hz.

• Full Performance in a Small Footprint: Supports nearly all Thunderbolt-compatible PCIe cards at full bandwidth while occupying minimal desktop space.

• 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 Interface: Offers up to 2750 MB/s of PCIe bandwidth, enabling high-speed data transfer for demanding applications.