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StarTech Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter (Black)

Name: StarTech Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter (Black)
Brand: StarTech
SKU: STTBT3TBTADP
Price: 35.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (39 reviews)

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StarTech Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter (Black)

Key Features

USB Type-C Connector
Compatible with Windows

Connect first- and second-generation Thunderbolt devices to your Thunderbolt 3-enabled device using the Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter from StarTech. It is backward-compatible, allowing you to connect to first-generation Thunderbolt devices at 10Gbps speed, and Thunderbolt 2 devices at 20Gbps speed. The adapter supports bidirectional data transfers and simultaneous power delivery for bus-powered devices.

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StarTech TBT3TBTADAP Overview

You can set up 10Gbps peer-to-peer networking between older Thunderbolt laptops and newer Thunderbolt laptops to share peripherals such as printers and storage, or for quickly migrating data to a new computer.

Connect first- and second-generation Thunderbolt devices to Thunderbolt 3 computers

Peer-to-peer networking between legacy Thunderbolt laptops and Thunderbolt 3 laptops

Supports Power Over Cable (POC) for bus-powered Thunderbolt devices

Windows-certified

UPC: 065030864138

StarTech TBT3TBTADAP Specs

Interface	Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s)
Connector 1	1x USB-C Male
Connector 2	1x Mini DisplayPort Female
Cable Length	7.9" / 20 cm
Active/Passive	Active
Rated Power Support	12 W
Materials	Connector/Contact: Nickel-Plated Jacket: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Color	Black
Certifications	RoHS, WEEE
Dimensions	3.1 x 2.3 x 0.6" / 8 x 5.9 x 1.6 cm

Packaging Info

Package Weight	0.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	5.9 x 3.2 x 0.9"

StarTech TBT3TBTADAP Reviews

Works great with Universal Audio gear on Windows

By Joseph

Rated 5 out of 5

Date: 2024-06-28

Bought this to connect a large Universal Audio rig to my new Windows DAW Workstation. Two 8 core UA Satelites, 2 Apollo 8p's, and and Apollo Twin mkii Quad, all Thunderbolt 2. Simply connected this to my workstation and the end of the Thunderbolt 2 chain to this and everything worked well.

Better than Apple

By Just Joe

Rated 5 out of 5

Date: 2022-03-31

I've used the Apple adapter for a few years for a CRITICAL piece of studio equipment. After a recent Windows/Thunderbolt update to accommodate TB4, the Apple adapter caused many crashes. Replaced with this after hardware manufacture suggestion, and problems corrected. This is obviously built to a better standard, or etc. Could use a slightly longer lead from the converter box to reduce tension from the port.... it's a desktop, and the lead isn't long enough for the box to reach the floor. Otherwise, no complaints.

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question

will this make my new 2015 macbook work with a thunderbolt display?

Asked by: Anonymous

The MackBook has USB 3.0 gen 1. It has no Thunderbolt. The MacBook Pro has Thunderbolt 2.

Answered by: Joseph v.

Date published: 2018-08-26

question

can i use it to connect my antalope orion+ (thunderbolt) to usb c port on my asus motherboard?

Asked by: exo j.

This would fully depend on the Asus Motherboard. Note that not all USB-C ports support Thunderbolt 3. If yours does, this StarTech Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter will be compatible.

Answered by: James B.

Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Thunderbolt startech with apple

Asked by: Yohai A.

Yes, this will work with Apple devices

Answered by: James B.

Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Will this enable my WD My Passport Pro Thunderbolt Ext Drive work with my new 2015 Macbook?

Asked by: Allan R.

The 2015 MacBook has a USB-C gen 1 port. It does not include Thunderbolt.

Answered by: Joseph v.

Date published: 2018-08-26

question

I have a thunderbolt black magic intensity game capture, will this convert the original thunderbolt up to a usb type c so then i can use it on my Asus ROG?

Asked by: Anonymous

Providing your Asus ROG has Thunderbolt 3 included in its USB-C specification, this adapter will work with standard Thunderbolt, and Thunderbolt 2 devices.

Answered by: James B.

Date published: 2018-08-26

question

I'm looking at a Display that has USB C connectivity, This display can handle video and data through it when connected to a 1 port USB type C Macbook. Would I be able to get display and data from the USB C port to a thunderbolt 2 equipped Macbook with this adapter?

Asked by: Anonymous

Displays with USB C connectivity (that are also not Thunderbolt 3 displays) most likely use the DisplayPort feature of USB-C, which is the same whether the source port is Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C. For your Thunderbolt 2 Macbook Pro, you should be able to use a Mini DisplayPort to USB-C cable or adapter. Thunderbolt 2 does not include USB data though. Your display with USB C connectivity may have an alternative method to receive USB data.

Answered by: Joseph v.

Date published: 2018-08-26

question

can this adapter connect the LG 34 34UC97-S Ultrawide to my MacBookPro 15 late 17?

Asked by: Alberto R.

I bought this product for my RME Audio interface and it works perfectly with my MSI PC laptop Thunderbolt 3 connection.

Answered by: Joe B.

Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can a lacie 4TB rugged raid with thunderbolt use this adapter to connect to dell xps 15 9560 thunderbolt 3 port?

Asked by: Bruce B.

This adapter should give you that connectivity (4TB raid with TB1 to dell xps 15 9560 thunderbolt 3 port).

Answered by: Bruce W.

Date published: 2018-08-26