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Mac Studio
3U Rackmount Enclosure
4x USB-A ports
RoHS =3 (Directive 2015/863)
IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2 Safety
0.7" (18mm) inserted from rear
0.9" (23mm) inserted from front
19 x 16.5 x 5.2" (48 x 41.9 x 13.3cm)
16 lbs (7.26kg)
Black
Computer System Requirements:
Two connections between the Echo II DV T5 module and the host computer(s) with two Thunderbolt 5 ports with independent PCIe bandwidth
For example:
Mac (M4 Pro, M4 Max, M3 Ultra series)
Some pro Windows laptops with two Thunderbolt 5 ports
Connecting each card to a different Thunderbolt 5 computer
Mac Compatibility:
macOS 14+ Mac with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt/USB4, or Thunderbolt 3 ports
macOS Tahoe compatible
Windows Compatibility: Windows 11 computer with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4 ports
Linux Compatibility: Linux 6.1 or 6.12 computer with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4 ports
PCIe Card Compatibility: For a list of compatible PCIe cards, see the following PDF
2U Thunderbolt rackmount enclosure
Four Thunderbolt ports
Power (C14-type)
Cables Supported: Thunderbolt 5 or Thunderbolt 4 cables
Cables Not Supported: Thunderbolt optical cables
Connectivity: With USB-C connector
Peripherals Supported:
Thunderbolt 5, 4, 3 devices
USB4, 3, 2, 1 devices
Thunderbolt 5, 4, 3, and USB-C monitors
DisplayPort and HDMI monitors (Thunderbolt compatible adapter required, sold separately)
Two 6-pin auxiliary power; provide up to 75W of power each for PCIe cards that require supplemental power
Two x16 mechanical (x4 electrical) PCIe 4.0
Two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe cards
Universal 400W, 115-230V AC, 50-60 Hz
32 Degree F to 95 Degree F (0 Degree C to 35 Degree C)
RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2
USA
19 x 16.5 x 3.6" (48.3 x 41.9 x 9.1cm)
23.15 lbs (10.50kg)
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Pro Rackmount Enclosure and PCIe Card Expansion for Mac Studio
3U Rackmount Enclosure with Modular 2-slot Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe Expansion
Expand Your Mac Studio Workflow - Run Two High-bandwidth DV I/O Cards Simultaneously at Full 6000 MB/s
A Mac Studio delivers phenomenal processing power, outperforming computers many times its size and price - and includes a robust selection of ports. But how do you integrate a Mac Studio into off-the-desk professional workflows and expand its connectivity beyond what's available out of the box?
Sonnet xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 integrates a Mac Studio (sold separately) into a compact, rugged steel 3U rackmount enclosure with a 2-slot Thunderbolt to PCIe card expansion module to support diverse audio and video application workflows that require high-bandwidth DV I/O PCIe cards.
Designed for Expansion: Mac Studio + PCIe Cards
For many creative professionals, PCIe card expansion for connecting specialty I/O and processing cards to handle audio and video post-production projects is not an option - it's a necessity! Sonnet designed xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 for professional workflow's that require full bandwidth performance. The xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 provides space to securely house a Mac Studio with Sonnet's Echo II DV T5 2-slot PCIe card expansion module preinstalled in the enclosure's expansion bay.
Configured with Echo II DV T5 Module
Versatile Two PCIe Card Expansion
Echo II DV T5 Module features two PCIe 4.0 slots and supports virtually all Thunderbolt-compatible, non-GPU PCIe cards ranging from low-profile, half-length to full-height, full-length sizes.
Dual 80 Gbps Thunderbolt 5 Interfaces
Module offers four 80 Gbps Thunderbolt 5 ports, with dual 80 Gbps Thunderbolt 5 interfaces (one per slot) delivering 6000 MB/s of PCIe bandwidth to each PCIe card.
400W of Power
A built-in 400W power supply (with 75W aux. power connector) supports power-hungry cards including Avid Pro Tools | HDX, AJA Kona 5, Blackmagic DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G, and DeckLink 8K Pro G2, and Deltacast 12G/4C cards. Systems power on and off automatically with the connected Mac Studio.
Quiet Operation
Dual temperature-controlled, variable-speed Noctua fans (rated at 17 dBA) offer ultra-quiet operation.
Control and Connect - Easy Access to Mac Studio and PCIe Card Expansion Module
xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 places your Mac Studio behind a quick and easy to remove front panel. Convenient front panel operation allows you to turn on the computer with its own dedicated front power button, connect USB devices through a 4-port USB-A hub, and access the Studio's front ports and SD card slot. Three rear panel locking thumbscrews allow you to easily pull out and access the Echo II DV T5 Module and PCIe cards through the front without removing the front panel. The xMac Studio design enables you to connect and disconnect cables without needing to remove the computer from the enclosure.
xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 is designed to allow normal Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless operation in most configurations (depending on rack type and position in rack), so you can use wireless devices and iOS device control apps.
Cool Design. Go with the Airflow - Supports the Mac Studio Thermal Design.
xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 secures your Mac Studio without trapping it in recirculating hot rack air, supporting its thermal design to keep it as cool in a rack as out on a desk. Ventilation holes on the enclosure's front panel plus an enclosed chamber beneath the Mac Studio ensures the computer's ability to draw in cool air through its base, while a completely open back enables it to expel warm air out the back unimpeded.
Space for SSDs - Secure Two Thunderbolt or USB SSDs Under the Mac Studio
xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 provides space beneath the computer to house two Thunderbolt or USB SSDs (sold separately) up to 3.2 inches wide by 0.75 inch tall. Simply remove the rear access panel, apply the supplied adhesive-backed magnet to the bottom of the SSDs, insert the SSDs and connect them to the computer, and then reinstall the panel. The space is also suitable for other thin, bus-powered devices.
Road Trip Ready - Workflows on the Go
Do you need to take your workflow on the road? xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 is a perfect travel solution. Its 16.5-inch mounting depth - plus firm rubber cushions that securely hold your Mac Studio in place during transport - make xMac Studio/Echo II DV T5 is ideal for use in molded rack cases from Gator Cases, fly racks from SKB Cases, or most any travel rack.
Echo II DV T5 Module - Supports two high-bandwidth, full-height, full-length non-GPU PCIe cards, such as Avid Pro Tools | HDX cards. For card compatibility, refer to Sonnet's PCIe Cards Compatibility Chart. Expansion module features two PCIe 4.0 slots, four 80 Gbps Thunderbolt 5 ports with dual 80 Gbps Thunderbolt 5 interfaces, 400W power supply, and dual Noctua quiet fans (rated at 17 dBA).