Sonnet Echo Express SE1 Thunderbolt 5 PCIe Expansion Chassis, Desktop, 1 Slot, Black

The Sonnet Echo Express SE1 Thunderbolt 5 is a compact desktop PCIe expansion chassis designed to add one full-height, half-length PCIe card to your computer via Thunderbolt 5. With blazing-fast 120 Gbps bi-directional bandwidth and support for PCIe 5.0, this enclosure is ideal for professionals needing high-speed expansion for audio/video interfaces, storage controllers, or other PCIe devices.

Advantages

Experience unmatched data throughput with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, delivering up to 120 Gbps bi-directional bandwidth. The single-slot design supports PCIe 5.0 x8 electrical, ensuring compatibility with the latest high-performance cards. The heavy-duty aluminum chassis provides durability and effective heat dissipation, while the variable-speed fan keeps noise levels low. With 85W power delivery to the host and 75W power to the PCIe card, you can run demanding peripherals without external power bricks.

Suitable for

• Creative professionals using high-end audio interfaces, video capture cards, or GPU accelerators
• IT administrators needing additional PCIe slots for storage controllers or network cards
• Users of Thunderbolt 5 laptops or desktops requiring expansion for legacy or specialized PCIe cards

Key specifications

• Host Interface: Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C)
• PCIe Slots: 1 (x16 mechanical, x8 electrical)
• PCIe Standard: PCIe 5.0
• Max PCIe Card Power: 75W
• Max PCIe Card Dimensions: Full-height, half-length+ (up to 7.75 inches long), single-width
• Thunderbolt Bandwidth: Up to 120 Gbps bi-directional
• Power Delivery to Host: Up to 85W
• Internal Power Supply: 100W
• Cooling: Variable-speed fan
• External Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C)
• Display Support: Yes, via Thunderbolt 5 (DisplayPort 2.1)
• Operating System Compatibility: macOS, Windows
• Chassis Material: Heavy-duty aluminum
• Form Factor: Desktop
• Included Accessories: Thunderbolt 5 cable, power cord
• Daisy Chain Support: Yes, up to 5 additional Thunderbolt devices
• Hot-Plug Support: Yes (for PCIe cards, with driver support)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with a Thunderbolt 5 host and ensure your PCIe card is compatible with PCIe 5.0 or earlier standards. The enclosure supports daisy chaining up to 5 additional Thunderbolt devices, making it a versatile hub for your workflow.