Add dual external PCIe (PCI Express 3.0) slots, Thunderbolt 3 ports, and a DisplayPort connection to a Thunderbolt 3 equipped system.

Add two PCI-Express 3.0 x16 capable cards and increase the potential of a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 capable laptop, desktop, or all-in-one system. This Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis lets you take advantage of the vast range of PCIe expansion cards with computers that lack PCIe slots. The chassis lets you connect an external monitor via the DisplayPort (DP) or Thunderbolt 3 ports, supporting Ultra High Definition (UHD) 4K or 8K resolutions.

Enhanced Computer Capabilities

Connect the expansion box to a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 computer with the included 3.3ft (1m) Thunderbolt-certified cable. The chassis features dual PCIe 3.0 x16 slots with 32Gbps of bandwidth that is shared dynamically between both slots (each slot supports up to 2700MBps/21.6Gbps). Add extra functionality to a host device using video capture cards, high-speed fiber or Ethernet networking, NVMe drives, FireWire, sound cards, or any other PCIe-compatible card.

Flexible Card Support

The expansions chassis supports single-slot cards to a maximum length of 8in (20.3cm), allowing current or legacy PCIe cards to be installed. The built-in fan ensures active cooling for your hardware, preventing overheating during heavy usage.

The TAA-Compliant chassis delivers up to 25W per slot, ensuring optimal performance for your connected devices. In addition, the two internal 12V 15W SATA power ports ensure the installed cards have enough power (up to 40W per card) at their disposal.

8K & 4K Monitor Support

Connect a second high-resolution monitor using the DP 1.4 or Thunderbolt 3 ports at the back of the chassis. Enjoy video resolutions of up to single 8K or 5K 60Hz or dual 4K 60Hz (other video resolutions are also supported).

Compatibility

The enclosure is driverless, enabling rapid deployment and is supported in macOS, Windows, and Linux.

The chassis can be placed horizontally or vertically, adapting to your workspace. The toolless design and aluminum construction ensure fast card installation and longevity.

Note: Some expansion cards installed in the chassis may require drivers to be installed.

The StarTech.com Advantage


StarTech.com 2TBT3-PCIE-ENCLOSURE. Connectivity technology: Wired, Host interface: Thunderbolt 3. Product color: Silver, HD type: 8K Ultra HD, Maximum refresh rate: 60 Hz. Number of fans: 1 fan(s), Fan diameter: 2.36" (6 cm). Power source type: DC, AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V, Input current: 3 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,...

Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	Thunderbolt 3
USB 2.0 ports quantity	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity	0
HDMI ports quantity	0
Microphone in	No
Headphone outputs	0
DisplayPorts quantity	1
DisplayPort version	1.4
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity	2
PCI Express x16 slots	2
PCIe version	3.0
Ethernet LAN	No
Product color	Silver
Card reader integrated	No
HD type	8K Ultra HD
Number of displays supported	2
Maximum refresh rate	60 Hz
LED indicators	Power
Rubber feet	Yes
Housing material	Aluminum
Built-in fan	Yes
Number of fans	1 fan(s)
Fan diameter	2.36" (6 cm)
Power source type	DC
AC input voltage	100 - 240 V
Input current	3 A
Output voltage	12 V
Output current	10 A
Power consumption (max)	120 W
Compatible power plug types	AU, EU, JP, UK, US
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 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 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, 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 7 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 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, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 65 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 65 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 80%
Width	11.1" (281 mm)
Depth	3.31" (84 mm)
Height	5.59" (142 mm)
Weight	3.53 lbs (1.6 kg)
Package width	11.2" (285 mm)
Package depth	13.9" (353 mm)
Package height	5.63" (143 mm)
Package weight	7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
Cables included	Thunderbolt
AC adapter included	Yes
Quick start guide	Yes
Compliance certificates	RoHS, Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
Quantity per master (outer) case	3 pc(s)
Master (outer) case width	14.8" (375 mm)
Master (outer) case length	17.9" (455 mm)
Master (outer) case height	12.8" (325 mm)
Chipset	Titan Ridge DSL7440 (x2), Ti TPS65983B (x2)
Sustainability compliance	Yes