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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
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    TBT3TBTADAP
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StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (Non-Reversible) - TB3 Laptop to TB2 (20Gbps) or TB1 (10Gbps) Devices / Displays - Black - Windows/Mac (TBT3TBTADAP)
- 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
 
| SKU | TBT3TBTADAP | 
|---|---|
| EAN | 0065030864138 | 
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com | 
| Availability | In Stock | 
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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.
The StarTech.com Advantage
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.
The StarTech.com Advantage
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Connector contacts plating | Nickel | 
| Connector 2 | Male | 
| Connector 1 | Female | 
| Cable length | 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 | 
| Certificates | |
| Certification | CE, FCC, Thunderbolt | 
| Compliance certificates | RoHS | 
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 58 g | 
| Packaging content | |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) | 
| Packaging data | |
|---|---|
| Package width | 82 mm | 
| Package height | 25 mm | 
| Package depth | 178 mm | 
| Package weight | 86 g | 
| Technical details | |
| Product colour | Black | 
| Cable length | 0.2 m | 
| Compliance certificates | RoHS | 
| Design | |
| Product colour | Black | 
| Certification | CE, FCC, Thunderbolt | 
| Cable length | 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 | |
| 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 | 
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