3 to Thunderbolt Adapter
3 to Thunderbolt Adapter
Product Overview
StarTech.com Data Transfer Adapter - 1 Pack - 1 x 24-pin USB Type C Thunderbolt 3 - Male - 1 x 20-pin Thunderbolt 2 - Female - Nickel Connector - Black
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.
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.
- 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~
Technical Specifications
| Weight (Approximate) | 58 g |
| Jacket Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Product Color | Black |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows 8.1 |
| Windows 10 | |
| macOS Ventura 13.0 | |
| macOS Sierra 10.12 | |
| macOS Monterey 12.0 | |
| macOS Catalina 10.15 | |
| macOS Big Sur 11.0 | |
| Windows 11 |
| Cable Length | 20.07 cm |
| Adapter Type | Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt 3 |
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
| Product Type | Data Transfer Adapter |
| Manufacturer Part Number | TBT3TBTADAP |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.startech.com/au |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
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