StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter - TB3 Laptop to TB2 Displays & Devices - Thunderbolt 2 20Gbps or Thunderbolt 1 10Gbps Converter - Thunderbolt 3 Certified- Windows/Mac
- Brand
- STARTECH
- Product code
- TBT3TBTADAP
- SKU
- 4Z7NYLVDZVDUO
- EAN/GTIN
- 0065030864138
- 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
Product Info
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.
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.
The StarTech.com Advantage
- THUNDERBOLT 3 TO THUNDERBOLT ADAPTER: This converter lets you connect older TB2 (20Gbps) and TB1 (10Gbps) peripherals to a TB3 host; connect TB1/TB2 devices like docks or external storage drive bays
- 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
- 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
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Connector 1 | Female |
| Connector 2 | Male |
| Cable length | 0.2 m |
| Connector contacts plating | Nickel |
| Performance | |
| Product colour | Black |
| Cable shielding | Aluminum mylar foil |
| Certification | CE, FCC, Thunderbolt |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 8.1, 10, 11 macOS 10.12 - 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0 |
| Sustainability | |
| Sustainability certificates | RoHS |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 58 g |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 82 mm |
| Package depth | 178 mm |
| Package height | 25 mm |
| Package weight | 86 g |
| Packaging content | |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Logistics data | |
| Products per master (outer) case | 72 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) case width | 309 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 375 mm |
| Master (outer) case height | 296 mm |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733080 |