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Sonnet Allegro USB-C 4-Port USB 3.1 Gen 2 PCIe Card with Dual 10Gb Controllers, Thunderbolt Compatible

SKU: SNUSB3C4PME MFR: USB3C-4PM-E
$153.99
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Key Features

  • Boost your system's USB capabilities with this Sonnet 4-Port USB-C PCIe card.
  • Experience fast data transfers with dual 10Gbps controllers on this reliable PCIe card.
  • This USB 3.1 Gen 2 card is Thunderbolt compatible, expanding connectivity options for your devices.
  • Supports multiple OS: macOS, Windows, and Linux, ensuring broad computer compatibility.
  • Power your peripherals with up to 7.5W per port, ideal for external drives and SSD RAID.
  • Upgrade your Mac Pro or Windows PC with this easy-to-install USB-C PCIe expansion card.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?TED S : Upgrade card for my Mac Pro (Mid 2010) Tower. And because it is a Sonnet.JOHN R : I selected this card to add USB-C support to my 2010 Mac Pro 12-Core because it has two controllers to improve throughput across the 4 ports.

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2022-08-12T08:38:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great with MacPro 5,1

Works great with MacPro 5,1 with no issues

James L.

2021-08-10T19:22:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Another upgrade for my Mac Pro 5,1

Needed a reliable 3.1 USB upgrade card for my Mac Pro 5,1. Read many reviews that pointed me to the Sonnet card. The reviews were correct. Plug and play? no issues. Glad I chose the Sonnet. Now have a 3.0 and 3.1.

Ted S.

2021-04-11T09:19:04

Rated 4 out of 5

I needed more USB-C Ports. I got more USB-C Ports.

Works great with my Lacie Raid setup. Speeds are great. Just what I need to add some extra USB-C ports. Did not work with my Occulus Quest though. Only reason it gets 4 out of 5 stars.

Brett S.

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Sonnet Allegro PCIe Card Specifications

Hardware

Hardware

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  • Form Factor

    PCIe computer card

  • Bus Interface

    PCI Express 2.0 x4

  • Peripherals Supported

    Industry standard USB 3.1 Gen 2, 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1
    Thunderbolt 3-only peripherals are NOT supported

  • Bus Powered Peripherals Supported

    HD, SSD, SSD RAID
    1.5A per port advertised using USB CC (Channel Configuration)
    Up to 7.5W per port for operation

  • Cables Supported

    USB-C 10Gbps
    USB-C 5Gbps
    Thunderbolt 3 40Gbps (0.5-, 0.7-, 0.8-meter cables only)
    Thunderbolt 3 20Gbps

  • Chipset

    ASMedia 1142 x2

  • RoHS Compliant

    Yes

USB Support

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  • Standard

    Complies with OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface), EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface), and xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface) standards

  • UASP

    USB attached SCSI protocol supported under macOS 10.10 & 10.12+, Windows 10

  • Alternate Modes Support

    No

  • Chipset Throughput

    20Gbps combined port throughput

  • Number of Devices Supported

    Up to 62

  • Hot Plug

    Supports hot-pluggable and hot swappable device connection

  • Boot Support

    No computers support booting at this time

OS Compatibility

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  • Mac

    Mac Pro 3,1, 4,1 or 5,1
    macOS 10.10.5, 10.12.6+(2)
    (not compatible with macOS 10.11)
    macOS Mojave compatible

  • Windows

    Computer with PCIe slots
    Windows 10, 8.1, 7
    Windows Server 2016, 2012, and 2008 (64-bit editions)

  • Linux

    Computer with PCIe slots
    Linux 4.12+(1) Kernel (LTS version only)

Thunderbolt Compatibility

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  • Thunderbolt

    Supports USB 3 peripherals on a Mac or Windows PC when installed in a Thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 3 PCIe expansion system
    macOS 10.12.6+
    Windows 10 Build 1709 or newer (64-bit edition)

  • UPC Code

    732311012648

About Sonnet Allegro PCIe Card

FEATURED REVIEWS

Works great with MacPro 5,1

By James L.

Works great with MacPro 5,1 with no issues

Another upgrade for my Mac Pro 5,1

By Ted S.

Needed a reliable 3.1 USB upgrade card for my Mac Pro 5,1. Read many reviews that pointed me to the Sonnet card. The reviews were correct. Plug and play? no issues. Glad I chose the Sonnet. Now have a 3.0 and 3.1.

Explore the power and speed of the Allegro USB-C 4-Port USB 3.1 Gen 2 PCIe Card, a high-quality and advanced addition to your tech arsenal. This durable and reliable card is equipped with dual 10Gb controllers, offering twice the performance of USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 connections.

Designed for maximum compatibility, this card is ideal for Mac Pro, Windows PC, or Linux computers with PCIe slots. It's also Thunderbolt compatible, making it a versatile choice for those with Thunderbolt-enabled devices.

Unlike ordinary USB-C cards, the Allegro USB-C 4-Port PCIe card features two 10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 controllers and four USB-C ports, supporting data transfers at lightning-fast speeds. With its dual controllers, this card not only speeds up data transfers between connected drives but also enables your computer to load and off-load data more quickly.

This card is not just about speed; it's also about power. Each of its four ports provides 7.5W of power, supporting USB bus-powered hard drives and SSDs without the need for an additional AC power adapter. The Allegro card's intelligent power delivery and management system ensures optimal power regulation, preventing auto-disconnects of already-connected drives.

The Allegro USB-C 4-Port PCIe card also features resettable fuses on each port, protecting both the card and your computer in case of a cable or peripheral failure. Resetting a tripped fuse is as simple as restarting your computer.

Perfect for use in Sonnet's Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe card expansion systems, this card adds four SuperSpeed+ USB-C ports to your computer, even without expansion card slots. It supports hot-pluggable and hot-swappable device connection with automatic device configuration, and works with all USB-IF compliant USB peripherals.

Experience the convenience of easy installation into any PCIe x4 (mechanical) or larger slot. Upgrade your tech setup with the Allegro USB-C 4-Port USB 3.1 Gen 2 PCIe Card, and enjoy faster, more efficient data transfers and power delivery.

Sonnet Allegro PCIe Card Features

  • Adds Four 10Gbps USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2) Ports to Your Computer
  • Supports USB-C Bus-powered Devices with up to 7.5W (3.0A) Power per Port
  • Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux
  • Provides Independent Power Regulation for Each Port
  • Resettable Device Overcurrent Fuses Protect the Card and Computer
  • Supports Storage, Hubs, and Other USB-IF Compliant USB Devices
  • Supports Hot-swappable Device Connection

Key Features

  • Boost your system's USB capabilities with this Sonnet 4-Port USB-C PCIe card.
  • Experience fast data transfers with dual 10Gbps controllers on this reliable PCIe card.
  • This USB 3.1 Gen 2 card is Thunderbolt compatible, expanding connectivity options for your devices.
  • Supports multiple OS: macOS, Windows, and Linux, ensuring broad computer compatibility.
  • Power your peripherals with up to 7.5W per port, ideal for external drives and SSD RAID.
  • Upgrade your Mac Pro or Windows PC with this easy-to-install USB-C PCIe expansion card.

What's in the box:

  • Allegro USB-C 4-Port USB 3.1 Gen 2 PCIe Card
  • Sonnet 2 Year Limited Warranty