StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis, External Enclosure with One PCI Express Slot, PCIe Box for Laptops/Desktops/All-In-Ones, 5K/4K Output Via TB3/DP Ports, TAA Compliant

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StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis w/ DisplayPort – PCIe x16 – External PCIe Slot for Thunderbolt 3 Devices (TB31PCIEX16)
  • THUNDERBOLT 3 PCIE EXPANSION CHASSIS: Add PCI Express support to a Thunderbolt 3/4 capable laptop / desktop computer; Increased productivity with Thunderbolt 3 and up to 40Gbps bandwidth; One external PCIe 3.0 x16 slot; Thunderbolt cable included
  • EXPANDABILITY FOR LAPTOPS: Integrate video capture cards, high-speed fiber / ethernet connectivity, NVMe drives, FireWire cards, and more to unlock the potential of a notebook using this Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe chassis; Toolless design; Aluminum build
  • 5K & 4K DISPLAY SUPPORT: Connect a display through the external PCIe enclosure; The DisplayPort and TB3 ports support various video outputs up to 4K/5K 60Hz (other video resolutions are also supported); PCIe Box does not support GPU graphic cards
  • ROBUST POWER: The chassis delivers 25W via the PCIe slot and the LP4 port on the other side of the unit supports up to 30W between the 12V and 5V rails.; 12V 5A (65W) universal power adapter is included and is compatible w/ NA/JP, UK, EU, and ANZ regions
  • COMPATIBILITY: Use single-width cards up to 8in (20.3cm) long; Built-in fan for active cooling; Daisy chain compatible with multiple TB3/4 devices; The chassis is driverless and is compatible with macOS, Windows; TAA-compliant
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Product colour Black
SKU TB31PCIEX16
EAN 0065030868440
Manufacturer StarTech.com
Availability In Stock
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Add an external PCIe (PCI Express 3.0) x16 slot and a DisplayPort connection to your Thunderbolt 3 equipped MacBook or laptop

This Thunderbolt™3 PCIe expansion chassis lets you add a PCI Express card to your laptop or desktop computer, through an external Thunderbolt 3 connection. The chassis also features a DisplayPort video output, so you can connect an additional monitor to your laptop, and supports Thunderbolt 3 daisy chaining, so you can expand your workstation even further.

Expand the capabilities of your Thunderbolt 3 computer

The Thunderbolt 3 PCIe chassis makes it easy to expand your system with the capabilities you need to work at peak productivity. You can add many types of PCI Express cards, such as a PCIe USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 and USB-C, SSD, network, eSATA, FireWire or video capture cards. And, with the speed and bandwidth support of Thunderbolt 3 and PCIe 3.0, you can enjoy many of the same port additions you would from the PCI Express expansion slots of a desktop system.

Extend your workstation

The external PCIe enclosure features a dedicated DisplayPort output that lets you add an additional display to your laptop or desktop computer. The enclosure features a second Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port, that you can use to connect a secondary display (a USB-C video adapter may be required). With multiple extended displays, you can work more efficiently by multitasking faster, and avoid the hassle of continually repositioning several open windows or programs.

You can also use the second Thunderbolt 3 port to connect additional Thunderbolt, USB and DisplayPort devices to your system. You can daisy chain up to six Thunderbolt 3 devices and expand your workstation to suit your specific requirements.

Increase productivity with faster speeds

Thunderbolt 3 is the fastest connection available, which means you don't have to deal with the performance bottlenecks of a slower connection, and can accomplish more in the same amount of time.

At up to 40Gbps this Thunderbolt 3 expansion chassis gives you the throughput to add displays to your laptop, access files quickly, and work without disruptions. It's easy to access and edit large uncompressed files such as videos and images on the fly, making it ideal for dynamic on-site production.

The TB31PCIEX16 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

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Ports & interfaces
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity2
Host interfaceThunderbolt 3
USB 2.0 ports quantity0
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports0
HDMI ports quantity0
DisplayPorts quantity1
Connectivity technologyWired
Network
Ethernet LANNo
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports0
Performance
Product colourBlack
Card reader integratedNo
LED indicatorsPower
Data transfer rate40 Gbit/s
Rubber feetYes
Housing materialAluminium, Steel
Maximum airflow14.06 cfm
Technical details
Product colourBlack
Data transfer rate40 Gbit/s
Cable length0.5 m
Sustainability complianceYes
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Compliance certificatesCE, RoHS
Maximum port bandwidth3.94 GB/s
Products per master (outer) case3 pc(s)
Master (outer) case width375 mm
Master (outer) case length455 mm
Master (outer) case height325 mm
Cooling
Built-in fanYes
Number of fans1 fan(s)
Bearing typeSleeve bearing
Fan diameter6 cm
Noise level24.55 dB
Maximum airflow14.06 cfm
Storage
Card reader integratedNo
Power
Power source typeDC
Input current2 A
Power plug typeType N
Compatible power plug typesAU, EU, JP, UK, US
AC input voltage100 - 240 V
Power consumption (typical)65 W
Output voltage12 V
Output current5.417 A
Software
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 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 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 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 supportedMac 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 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
Mac compatibilityYes
Indication
LED indicatorsPower
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%
Sustainability
Sustainability complianceYes
Weight & dimensions
Weight1.6 kg
Width142 mm
Depth280 mm
Height82 mm
Package weight3.1 kg
Package width290 mm
Package depth360 mm
Package height145 mm
Design
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 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 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 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 supportedMac 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 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
Product colourBlack
LED indicatorsPower
Rubber feetYes
Packaging data
Package weight3.1 kg
Package width290 mm
Package depth360 mm
Package height145 mm
Packaging content
Quick start guideYes
Cables includedThunderbolt
AC adapter includedYes
Logistics data
Products per master (outer) case3 pc(s)
Master (outer) case width375 mm
Master (outer) case length455 mm
Master (outer) case height325 mm
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Other features
ChipsetIntel - Alpine Ridge DSL6540
Cable length0.5 m
Maximum port bandwidth3.94 GB/s

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Description
Add an external PCIe (PCI Express 3.0) x16 slot and a DisplayPort connection to your Thunderbolt 3 equipped MacBook or laptop

This Thunderbolt™3 PCIe expansion chassis lets you add a PCI Express card to your laptop or desktop computer, through an external Thunderbolt 3 connection. The chassis also features a DisplayPort video output, so you can connect an additional monitor to your laptop, and supports Thunderbolt 3 daisy chaining, so you can expand your workstation even further.

Expand the capabilities of your Thunderbolt 3 computer

The Thunderbolt 3 PCIe chassis makes it easy to expand your system with the capabilities you need to work at peak productivity. You can add many types of PCI Express cards, such as a PCIe USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 and USB-C, SSD, network, eSATA, FireWire or video capture cards. And, with the speed and bandwidth support of Thunderbolt 3 and PCIe 3.0, you can enjoy many of the same port additions you would from the PCI Express expansion slots of a desktop system.

Extend your workstation

The external PCIe enclosure features a dedicated DisplayPort output that lets you add an additional display to your laptop or desktop computer. The enclosure features a second Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port, that you can use to connect a secondary display (a USB-C video adapter may be required). With multiple extended displays, you can work more efficiently by multitasking faster, and avoid the hassle of continually repositioning several open windows or programs.

You can also use the second Thunderbolt 3 port to connect additional Thunderbolt, USB and DisplayPort devices to your system. You can daisy chain up to six Thunderbolt 3 devices and expand your workstation to suit your specific requirements.

Increase productivity with faster speeds

Thunderbolt 3 is the fastest connection available, which means you don't have to deal with the performance bottlenecks of a slower connection, and can accomplish more in the same amount of time.

At up to 40Gbps this Thunderbolt 3 expansion chassis gives you the throughput to add displays to your laptop, access files quickly, and work without disruptions. It's easy to access and edit large uncompressed files such as videos and images on the fly, making it ideal for dynamic on-site production.

The TB31PCIEX16 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech.com Advantage
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Connect this docking station via a Thunderbolt 3 interface and gain access to the fastest data transfer available today. It is 8x faster than the standard USB port. With this speed, you can, for instance, back up 250 GB of data in less than a minute, or copy a film in Blu-Ray quality in under two seconds!

Do you enjoy detailed graphics with high resolution? If so, then this station can allow you to connect to up to two external monitors or TVs with up to 4K resolution! And of course, you can enjoy truly smooth video thanks to high refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Printer? Keyboard? Mouse? External hard drive or flash drive? Charging cable for your phone? You can connect all your devices to the docking station quickly and easily. In addition, you can connect to the Internet thanks a LAN port, eliminating any worries with variable speed and quality of Wi-Fi networks.

Thunderbolt 3 port has a number of tricks up its sleeve! Provided your laptop or tablet supports power delivery through this port, you gain the ability to connect all you need (data transfer, Internet, video and power supply) using a single cable.

Life without Limits
Forget the past and look to the future! This Thunderbolt 3 docking station offers unrivaled performance that will eclipse any previous solution. Thunderbolt 3 technology is two times faster than Thunderbolt 2, and eight times faster than USB 3.0 technology (or USB-C 3.1 Gen 1). This dock allows you to create a powerful and versatile workstation, supporting improved productivity, efficiency, and the realization your full potential.

High definition video
Longing for for high resolution viewing? Connect two 4K monitors monitors with a high refresh rate of 60 pictures per second*, or a single 5K/60Hz monitor via the Thunderbolt 3 port. A great solution for a wide variety of users, including film enthusiasts, graphic designers, or for office use.

Work faster, work smarter
Need ultra-fast data transmission? This Thunderbolt dock provides a data transfer rate of up to 5GB per second, which means what used to take minutes, now takes seconds! Capabilities of Thunderbolt 3 technology used in this dock enable you to:
- Back-up a 256 GB hard disk in under one minute
- Copy a 4K movie in just 30 seconds
- Transfer the world library, perhaps 170 million books, in less than 10 hours

ou no longer have to worry about connecting and disconnecting devices to your notebook, when on the move. This Thunderbolt dock allows the easy connection of all your existing hardware (USB, LAN network, external displays, storage cards, etc.), via a single Thunderbolt 3 cable (One-Touch-System), while keeping your notebook fully charged.

Thanks to the Daisy Chain technology (mutual chain-type connection), connect up to 5 additional Thunderbolt 3 devices (external storage devices, displays, etc.)
Dual 4K60 | DisplayPort and/or HDMI | USB-IF Certified | 3x USB-A | 1x USB-C | Mac, Windows® & Chrome OS™ | Lock Slot

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The Uniquely Universal Host Cable

The USB-C dock comes with a universal host cable that is designed with an attached USB-C to USB-A adapter to accommodate USB-A laptops. The cable also features an extended length of 1 meter (3.3 ft.) to support a wide variety of workstation setups.

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100W Power Delivery

For high performance laptops that require more charging power, the dock powers and charges your laptop as you work with 100W PD for faster charging, using the 150W power adapter - all through a single cable.

Flexible Monitor Connections

This is a dual 4K60Hz video docking station with support for both Ultra HD DisplayPort and/or HDMI monitors that lets you configure your video connections to best suit your needs.



Dual 4K DisplayPort | Up to 4096 x 2160p @ 60Hz



Dual 4K HDMI | Up to 4096 x 2160p @ 60Hz



Single 4K DisplayPort + Single 4K HDMI | Up to 4096 x 2160p @ 60Hz



Single 5K DisplayPort * | Up to 5120 × 2880

*Requires monitor support for 5K using two DP ports

Certified for Universal Compatibility & Reliability

This docking station is fully certified to meet top industry standards for USB-IF (USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB Type-C and Power Delivery), VESA DisplayPort and DisplayLink (video connections) certification to guarantee the highest quality, reliability, and compatibility.

Easy and Convenient Setup

For fast setup right out of the box, the combo cable (USB-C with attached USB-A adapter) lets you connect any laptop. The dock has mounting holes for workstation mounting (bracket not included).

The Connections You Need

Connect your devices with four USB 3.1 ports: 1x USB-C and 3x USB-A. Fast-charge your USB-C or USB-A smartphone. The dock provides a GbE port (PXE Boot support & Wake-on-LAN) and 3.5 mm 4-position headset audio jack. It also includes a security lock slot (K-slot) to protect against theft.

For more installation flexibility, you can use StarTech.com mounting brackets (SSPMSUDWM & SSPMSVESA) that are specifically designed for our docks and hubs, to mount your dock to a desk, wall, or other surfaces to give you the customized setup you need.

Enhance Productivity and Device Management with the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools Application

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Advanced Windows Layout Utility : To setup and save custom windows layouts.



Mac Address Pass-Through Utility : To improve network security.



USB Event Monitoring Utility : To track and log connected USB devices



Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility : Enabling users to quickly access faster network speeds via wired LAN.

For more information and to download the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools application, please visit: www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools

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• Power a supported USB-C laptop with USB Power Delivery

Dock Your Laptop

Modern office environments need to support technology more than ever, to keep laptops, phones and tablets connected. During meetings, you may need to set up video conference calls using applications such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom or Google Hangouts. Unlike other boardroom conferencing solutions that are limited to only one or two collaboration applications, this module lets you use your own laptop, so you are not restricted to a specific platform.

Connect a USB-C or USB-A laptop to the module and access your room's peripherals, webcams, speakers, mics, network and HDMI display. This docking station module lets you easily connect your laptop with each video conferencing device in your boardroom. You can collaborate with others in the room and around the globe.

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Customizable

Architectural connectivity is becoming the trend when designing a boardroom or huddle space. StarTech.com docking station modules let you:

• Customize according to the specific needs of your small, medium or large size room
• Install in easy-to-access locations
• Easily integrates with existing and new collaboration hardware

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Enhance Productivity and Device Management with the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools Application

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Advanced Windows Layout Utility : To setup and save custom windows layouts.



Mac Address Pass-Through Utility : To improve network security.



USB Event Monitoring Utility : To track and log connected USB devices



Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility : Enabling users to quickly access faster network speeds via wired LAN.

For more information and to download the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools application, please visit: www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools

MOD4DOCKACPD is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

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