Sonnet Echo III 3-Slot Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe Card Rackmount Expansion System

SKU: SNECHO3RTB3 MFR: ECHO-3R-TB3
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Key Features

  • Expand your workstation with this Sonnet Thunderbolt 3 PCIe card expansion system.
  • Achieve high-speed data transfers with Thunderbolt 3 connectivity for demanding workflows.
  • This rackmount enclosure supports three full-length PCIe cards for ultimate flexibility.
  • Provides 400W of power, ensuring compatibility and reliability for your PCIe cards.
  • Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux, offering broad operating system support.
  • Durable enclosure built to last, protecting your valuable PCIe cards in any environment.
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Sonnet Echo III Specifications

  • Mac

    Mac (M1) with PCIe cards that have M1 compatible drivers
    Mac (Intel) with Thunderbolt 3 ports
    Mac (Intel) with a Thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 1 port with an Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter plus a Thunderbolt 2 cable (both sold separately)
    macOS 10.12.6+
    macOS Big Sur compatible

  • Windows

    Windows computer with Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 3 ports
    Windows 11, 10

  • Linux

    Linux computer with Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 3 ports
    Linux Kernel 5.0+

  • Form Factor

    Thunderbolt rackmount enclosure

  • External Connectors

    Two Thunderbolt ports
    12V power port

  • Internal Connector

    6-pin Mini-Fit Jr (same type as on legacy Mac Pro motherboard; provides up to 75W of power for PCIe cards that require supplemental power)

  • Expansion Slots

    Facing Rear, Top to Bottom: One x8 mechanical (x8 electrical) PCIe 3.0
    One x16 mechanical (x8 electrical) PCIe 3.0
    One x8 mechanical (x4 electrical) PCIe 3.0

  • PCIe Cards Supported

    Three full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe cards or
    One full-length, full-height, double-width PCIe card, plus one single-width card
    Three full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe cards

  • Power Supply

    Universal 400W, 115-230V AC, 50-60Hz

  • Operating Temperature

    0 Degree C to 35 Degree C (32 Degree F to 95 Degree F)

  • Compliance

    RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
    IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    19 x 16.5 x 3.6" (48.3 x 41.9 x 9.1cm)

  • Weight

    23.15 lbs (10.50kg)

  • UPC Code

    732311013201

About Sonnet Echo III

With the Echo III 3-Slot Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe Card Rackmount Expansion System, you can significantly enhance your computer's capabilities. This high-performance, durable, and compact system is designed to provide reliable and user-friendly expansion options for your hardware.

This rack-mount expansion system allows you to add up to three full-length PCIe cards to your computer system, offering a versatile solution for creative professionals who require additional video and audio inputs, data transcoding, and high-speed shared storage and network connections.

The Echo III uses the advanced Thunderbolt 3 technology, renowned for its rapid data transfer speeds. This makes it an excellent choice for users who need to transfer large amounts of data swiftly. It delivers 2750 MB/s of PCIe bandwidth, enabling you to connect professional PCIe cards to your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer with Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 3 ports.

The Echo III Rackmount supports every Thunderbolt compatible, non-GPU PCIe 1.1/2.0/3.0 card available. This includes video capture and transcoding; audio DSP; 6Gb or 12Gb SAS or SATA host bus adapter; 10Gb or 25Gb Ethernet; SSD storage; and other specialty types to your system.

The Echo III Rackmount is Avid Pro Tools Qualified and ready for up to three Pro Tools | HDX PCIe Cards - no extra parts required. This chassis has been tested and is qualified by Avid Audio group for use with Avid Pro Tools HD 2020 software, and Avid Pro Tools HDX and HD Native systems.

The Echo III Rackmount features one x16 and two x8 PCIe 3.0 slots, and integrates a universal 400W power supply, plus a 75W auxiliary power connector to support especially power-hungry non-GPU cards. It is designed for cool, rackable expansion and mounts in a rack space 2U tall, making it ideal for use in a wide range of popular mobile racks, carts, and rack cases, and in server rooms as well.

The Echo III Rackmount is designed with dual Noctua fans for ultra-quiet operation, making it suitable for use in noise-sensitive environments. It also includes a 0.7-meter Thunderbolt 3 cable that supports Thunderbolt's full 40Gbps bandwidth, and is fully compatible with Thunderbolt 4 computers.

The Echo III Rackmount is fully compatible with Thunderbolt 4 computers and is also compatible with Macs with Thunderbolt 2 ports when used with the bi-directional Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter and a Thunderbolt cable.

In summary, the Echo III 3-Slot Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe Card Rackmount Expansion System is a robust, reliable, and high-performance solution for expanding your computer's capabilities.

Sonnet Echo III Features

  • Connects up to three high-performance non-GPU PCIe cards via a Thunderbolt 3 cable
  • Broad PCIe Card Compatibility
  • Pro Tools | HDX Compatible
  • Three PCIe 3.0 Slots
  • Pro Power - Integrated 400W power supply with 75W auxiliary power
  • Remarkably Quiet - Fans rated at 17dBA
  • 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 System
  • Two Thunderbolt Ports
  • Rugged 2U Steel Rackmount Housing + Optional Expansion Space

Key Features

  • Expand your workstation with this Sonnet Thunderbolt 3 PCIe card expansion system.
  • Achieve high-speed data transfers with Thunderbolt 3 connectivity for demanding workflows.
  • This rackmount enclosure supports three full-length PCIe cards for ultimate flexibility.
  • Provides 400W of power, ensuring compatibility and reliability for your PCIe cards.
  • Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux, offering broad operating system support.
  • Durable enclosure built to last, protecting your valuable PCIe cards in any environment.

What's in the box:

  • Sonnet Echo III 3-Slot Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe Card Rackmount Expansion System
  • Power Cord
  • 40Gbps Thunderbolt Cable (2.29')
  • ThunderLok 3 Thunderbolt Connector Retainer Clip
  • Extension Rails
  • Documentation
  • Sonnet 2 Year Limited Warranty