Is this adapter capable of supporting a 5K monitor?

The adapter supports 5K monitors only when using a Thunderbolt 3 5K monitor. DisplayPort 5K monitors are not compatible.

Is the installation process of this adapter complicated?

The installation process involves using only a Phillips type screwdriver and features automatic driver installation, making it straightforward.

Can I use this adapter to connect my old FireWire devices to a Thunderbolt 3 computer?

Yes, this adapter allows you to connect FireWire peripherals to a Thunderbolt 3 computer.

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The Thunderbolt 3 to 1394 FireWire adapter connects your FireWire peripherals to your Thunderbolt 3 computer
Connect FireWire peripherals to TB3 devices
Easily swap PCIe cards with screwdriver
Thunderbolt 3 to FireWire 400 adapter / Thunderbolt 3 to FireWire 800 adapter / External PCI express enclosure / External PCI express slot / PCIe expansion slot / PCIe slot / Thunderbolt 3 expansion chassis / Thunderbolt 3 FireWire adapter / Thunderbolt 3 PCIe box / Thunderbolt 3 PCIe enclosure

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Thunderbolt 3 to FireWire Adapter, Black

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Brand	StarTech.com
Model	BNDTB1394B3

Details
Color	Black
Type	Enclosure
AC Adapter	Yes
Material	Aluminum / Steel
Thunderbolt	Yes
Internal Interface	1 x LP4 (4 pin, Molex Large Drive Power) Male 1 x PCI Express x16 Female
External Interface	1 x FireWire 400 (6 pin, IEEE 1394a) Female 2 x FireWire 800 (9 pin, IEEE 1394b) Female 2 x Thunderbolt 3 USB-C (24-pin) Female 1 x DisplayPort (20 pin) Female
Fan	1 x 92mm Sleeve Bearing fan
Power	Center Tip Polarity: Positive Input Current : 2A Input Voltage : 100 ~ 240 AC Output Current: 5.417A Output Voltage: 12 DC Plug Type: N Power Consumption (In Watts): 65W Power Source: AC Adapter Included
Specifications	The Thunderbolt 3 to 1394 FireWire adapter connects your FireWire peripherals to your Thunderbolt 3 computer. This adapter combines StarTech.com’s Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis (TB31PCIEX16) and 1394 FireWire adapter card (PEX1394B3). The chassis uses Thunderbolt 3 technology, the fastest connection available, supporting your FireWire devices, plus one DisplayPort output and one additional Thunderbolt 3 port. Save on upgrade costs Use your legacy FireWire devices with your next-generation Thunderbolt 3 computer, without having to pay for upgraded peripherals. Increase productivity with Thunderbolt 3 Thunderbolt 3 is the fastest connection available. By avoiding performance bottlenecks, you can accomplish more in the same amount of time. With 40Gbps of throughput and support for other high-performance PCIe cards, you can swap the card in and out, to add the peripherals you need connected to a Thunderbolt 3 desktop or laptop computer. Install with ease Both hot-swap and backward compatible, you can assemble and connect this adapter in minutes. Install the PCIe card using only a Phillips type screwdriver, then plug and play with automatic driver installation. Bandwidth: 3.94 GB/s (x4 PCIe 3.0 ) Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 40Gbps (Thunderbolt 3) 800Mbps (Firewire) 400Mbps (Firewire) Type and Rate: Thunderbolt 3 - 40 Gbit/s

Compatibility
Operating Systems Supported	Thunderbolt 3 equipped computer with a Thunderbolt 3 port.

Features
Features	The Thunderbolt 3 to 1394 FireWire adapter brings your high-powered FireWire peripheral devices to life through your Thunderbolt 3 computer Save on peripheral upgrade costs by adapting legacy FireWire peripherals to Thunderbolt 3 devices Create an efficient workstation with extra displays, using the DisplayPort output and additional Thunderbolt 3 port Upgrade your peripheral connections without having to upgrade your chassis by just switching out your PCIe card Install the PCIe card easily with just a screwdriver and automatic driver installation Note: The expansion chassis does not support video cards. This expansion chassis does not provide full power delivery but will provide 15W of power, resulting in a slow charge to some laptops, such as the MacBook Pro. When the dock is connected to your host laptop, a charging icon may appear on your laptop's screen. This is only sufficient enough to charge your laptop in sleep state, and charging will require an extended time period. 5K support can only be achieved using a Thunderbolt 3 5K monitor. DisplayPort 5K monitors will not work with this expansion chassis. A 4K-capable display is required to achieve 4K x 2K resolution (4K is also known as 4K x 2K). Certain monitors may be limited to 4K at 30Hz when connecting through DisplayPort. These monitors include the following models: Dell P2715Q, Viewsonic VX2475Smhl-4K, Philips 288P6LJEB, LG 31MU97C-B, Asus PB287Q (these models will need to be set to 4K at 30Hz). When connecting a display to one of the Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports, a USB-C video adapter might be required depending on the input of your display. Secondary Thunderbolt 3 port can also be used to connect USB 3.1 (10Gbps) USB-Type C devices, such as USB 3.1 Hubs. Backwards compatible with USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1), and USB 2.0.

Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions	11.00" x 5.60" x 3.20"
Weight	3.70 lbs.

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First Listed on Newegg	December 29, 2017

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