StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (Non-Reversible) - TB3 Laptop to TB2 (20Gbps) or TB1 (10Gbps) Devices / Displays - Black - Windows/Mac (TBT3TBTADAP)
Key Features
- COMPATIBILITY NOTE: This Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter is NOT BIDIRECTIONAL and will not connect TB3 peripherals to computers with TB1/TB2 ports; This adapter is not compatible w/ Mini DisplayPort / DisplayPort monitors or Thunderbolt 4 computers
- THUNDERBOLT 3 TO THUNDERBOLT ADAPTER: Enables Thunderbolt 3 laptops to connect with older Thunderbolt 2 (20Gbps) and Thunderbolt 1 (10Gbps) peripherals; Connect TB1/TB2 devices like external storage drive bays, or Thunderbolt Displays to your TB3 laptop
- THUNDERBOLT 3 CERTIFIED: Compatible w/ TB3 certified laptops like MacBook Air & MacBook Pro, Dell XPS 13 & 15, Latitude, Precision, Lenovo ThinkPad X1, P series, HP EliteBook; Requires TB3 host (laptop or desktop must be equipped with Thunderbolt 3 port)
- TECH SPECS: Bus-powered; Provides up to 12W of power for peripherals; Features a physical Mini DisplayPort connector but it is not capable of adapting to mini DisplayPort / DisplayPort signal; Only compatible w/ Thunderbolt peripherals; 8in built-in cable
- COMPATIBLE WITH THUNDERBOLT DISPLAYS: This TB3 to TB2/TB1 adapter enables use of older Thunderbolt monitors (27" Apple Thunderbolt Displays/LG Ultrawide TB2 display) w/ certified Thunderbolt 3 laptops; Windows and macOS compatible
Description
Use first-generation Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices with your new Thunderbolt 3 computer
With this adapter, you can connect Windows and Mac based Thunderbolt™ 3 computers to older Thunderbolt devices, such as external hard drives, Thunderbolt displays, and older Thunderbolt capable Mac computers.
Because this adapter is backward compatible, you can connect to first-generation Thunderbolt devices at 10Gbps speed. With Thunderbolt 2 devices, you can connect at 20Gbps. The adapter satisfies all requirements for bi-directional data transfers and simultaneous power for bus-powered devices.
The TBT3TBTADAP is backed by a 2-year warranty for guaranteed reliability.
This adapter is not compatible with Thunderbolt 4 computers
Your computer's Thunderbolt 3 ports might not function properly until you update one or more of the following on your computer:
• BIOS
• Thunderbolt firmware
• Thunderbolt 3 controller drivers
• Thunderbolt 3 software
The required updates will vary depending on your computer.
For an up-to-date list of affected computers and instructions, visit http://thunderbolttechnology.net/updates . If your manufacturer isn't listed on the Thunderbolt website, contact your manufacturer.
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Specifications
| Ports & interfaces |
|---|
| Connector contacts plating |
Nickel |
| Connector 2 |
Male |
| Connector 1 |
Female |
| Cable length |
7.87" (0.2 m) |
| Performance |
|---|
| Cable shielding |
Aluminum mylar foil |
| Compatible operating systems |
Windows 8.1, 10, 11
macOS 10.12 - 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0 |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Certification |
CE, FCC, Thunderbolt, REACH |
| Certificates |
|---|
| Certification |
CE, FCC, Thunderbolt, REACH |
| Compliance certificates |
RoHS |
| Weight & dimensions |
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| Weight |
2.05 oz (58 g) |
| Packaging content |
|---|
| Quantity per pack |
1 pc(s) |
| Packaging data |
|---|
| Package width |
3.23" (82 mm) |
| Package height |
0.984" (25 mm) |
| Package depth |
7.01" (178 mm) |
| Package weight |
3.03 oz (86 g) |
| Technical details |
|---|
| Product colour |
Black |
| Cable length |
7.87" (0.2 m) |
| Compliance certificates |
RoHS |
| Design |
|---|
| Product colour |
Black |
| Certification |
CE, FCC, Thunderbolt, REACH |
| Cable length |
7.87" (0.2 m) |
| System requirements |
|---|
| Compatible operating systems |
Windows 8.1, 10, 11
macOS 10.12 - 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0 |
| Logistics data |
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| Products per master (outer) case |
72 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) case width |
12.2" (309 mm) |
| Master (outer) case length |
14.8" (375 mm) |
| Master (outer) case height |
11.7" (296 mm) |
| Harmonized System (HS) code |
84733080 |
