The AKiTiO Node Lite for MAC – A New Thunderbolt3 enabled ePCIe T3NL-T3DIS-AKTU

Finally Akitio Release an External PCIe for Mac with the Akitio Node Lite

The Node Lite provides an additional PCIe slot for Thunderbolt 3 computers (e.g. laptop computers) where installing an internal expansion card is not an option and for systems where there is not enough space for more PCIe cards. The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) connection not only makes adding an external PCIe card easy but it also allows you to take the device with you to use on location and move it from one system to another. Installing and replacing the PCIe card is a simple matter of removing a few thumb screws and does not require any tools.

• Thunderbolt™ 3 for lighting fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
• Dedicated DisplayPort for additional monitor to expand the workspace
• 2nd Thunderbolt port supports Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.1, and DisplayPort devices
• 1 PCIe (x16) slot supporting half-length, full-height, double-width cards

• 4 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant interface
• Removable back panel for double-width cards
• Daisy-chain up to 6 Thunderbolt devices
• Durable and rugged aluminum casing
• No tools required for installation

What kind of PCIe card does the Akitio Node Lite support?

The PCIe (x16) slot accepts half-length, full-height, double-width cards and provides a maximum of 25W and supports PCIe Gen3 x4 cards. The four PCIe Gen3 lanes and the Thunderbolt 3 interface are capable of transfer rates up to 40Gbps, providing enough bandwidth for both the internal PCIe card as well as any additional Thunderbolt devices in the daisy chain.

	AKiTiO Node Lite for Mac T3NL-T3DIS-AKTU (without PCIe card)
Certifications	CE FCC VCCI Thunderbolt™ technology
Warranty	2-year limited warranty
Case material	High quality aluminum with metal chassis
Application	1 x PCIe card (see compatibility chart) Supports half-length, full-height and double-width cards PCIe (x16) slot provides a maximum of 25W Not designed for graphics cards
RAID mode	Not applicable
Interface/Ports	2 x Thunderbolt™ 3 (USB-C) ports 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 1 x internal PCIe (x16) slot with 4 lane PCI Express 3.0 interface
Data transfer	Thunderbolt 3 up to 40 Gbps DisplayPort 1.2 (4K at 60 Hz)
System requirements (PC)	Windows 7 (64-bit), Windows 10 (64-bit) Computer with Thunderbolt™ 3 port
System requirements (Mac)	macOS 10.12.3 and later Computer with Thunderbolt™ 3 port
System environment	Operating Temperature: 5°C ~ 35°C Storage Temperature: -20°C ~ 60°C Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Power supply	External power adapter (UL, cUL, CE, FCC, BSMI, TUV approved) Input: AC 100-240V, 50Hz-60Hz Output: DC +12V/6A
Fan noise level	23 dB(A)
Dimensions (LxWxH)	9.17 inches x 5.87 inches x 2.99 inches 23.3 cm x 14.9 cm x 7.6 cm
Package contents	AKiTiO Node Lite Thunderbolt 3 USB-C cable Power adapter Setup guide
Carton/Packing	Retail Box Size: 12.4 x 12 x 4.9 in. (31.5 x 30.5 x 12.5 cm) Carton Size (6pcs per carton): 25.6 x 15.7 x 13.8 in. (65 x 40 x 35 cm)
Remarks	PCIe card (driver) must be compatible with requirements for Thunderbolt technology (e.g. hot-plug support, recovery from sleep). This device is not designed for graphics cards.

 

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