Sonnet Echo Express SE1 Thunderbolt 3 Expansion Chassis

Under the umbrella of high-performance computing solutions, the Echo Express SE I 1-Slot Thunderbolt 3 to Full-Height/Half-Length PCIe Card Expansion System stands out as a robust and efficient solution for professionals in creative fields. This compact desktop expansion system is designed to connect a single PCIe card to your computer, extending its processing capabilities beyond the standard ports.

The Echo Express SE I is equipped with a 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 interface, offering double the PCIe bandwidth and connectivity of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 2. This enhanced performance yields up to 2750 MB/s of bandwidth, enabling the system to support 4K video capture and processing cards at high frame rates, as well as 16Gb FC cards and dual-port 10GbE cards at full performance.

This Thunderbolt 3-to-PCIe card expansion system is compatible with both Mac and Windows computers equipped with a Thunderbolt 3 port. It features one PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, capable of supporting one half-length+ (up to 7.75 inches long), full-height, single-width PCIe card, plus one daughter card.

The Echo Express SE I also features two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports. The first port connects to your computer, while the second port supports daisy-chaining of up to five additional Thunderbolt devices, attaching a single USB peripheral device, or connecting up to two 4K displays or one 5K display.

Designed with a rugged aluminum housing, the Echo Express SE I provides robust protection for your PCIe card. It also features a temperature-controlled, variable-speed fan that automatically and quietly cools the card, ensuring reliable operation even during peak usage.

The Echo Express SE I is designed to support nearly every Thunderbolt 3-compatible PCIe 3.0, PCIe 2.0, and PCIe 1.1 card available, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of professional applications. It comes with a 0.5-meter Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps) cable and a ThunderLok 3 Thunderbolt connector retainer clip to secure the cable from accidental disconnections.

In summary, the Echo Express SE I 1-Slot Thunderbolt 3 to Full-Height/Half-Length PCIe Card Expansion System is a compact, high-performance solution that extends the processing capabilities of your computer, making it an ideal choice for professionals in creative fields.