Akitio Node Thunderbolt 3 External PCIe Box for GPUs

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Akitio Node Thunderbolt 3 External PCIe Box for GPUs
Key Features
  • Houses a Dedicated GPU
  • 1 x Thunderbolt 3 Port
  • 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot
  • Supports Full-Length & Full-Height Cards
Connect an external graphics card to your computer using the power of Thunderbolt 3 with the Node Thunderbolt 3 External PCIe Box for GPUs from AKiTiO. Once connected, your system will be equipped with additional GPU power, enabling it to do things that are normally handled by a high-end workstation or gaming computer. If you're a video editor or colorist, a dedicated GPU helps reduce the time it takes to render footage and for VR enthusiasts, your system is better equipped to handle headsets and higher framerates. This housing utilizes a PCIe x16 slot that can support a full-length, full-height, and double-width cards and operates using an integrated 400W power supply. Included is a Thunderbolt 3 / USB Type-C cable.
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Akitio AK-NODE-T3IA-AKTU Overview

Connect an external graphics card to your computer using the power of Thunderbolt 3 with the Node Thunderbolt 3 External PCIe Box for GPUs from AKiTiO. Once connected, your system will be equipped with additional GPU power, enabling it to do things that are normally handled by a high-end workstation or gaming computer. If you're a video editor or colorist, a dedicated GPU helps reduce the time it takes to render footage and for VR enthusiasts, your system is better equipped to handle headsets and higher framerates. This housing utilizes a PCIe x16 slot that can support a full-length, full-height, and double-width cards and operates using an integrated 400W power supply. Included is a Thunderbolt 3 / USB Type-C cable.

General Features
Thunderbolt 3 for fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gb/s
One PCIe 3.0 x16 slot supporting full-length, full-height, and double-width cards
For use with standard and large graphics cards
Built-in 400W SFX power supply helps provide extra power to the GPU
PCIe 3.0 x16 slot supplies up to 75W of power
Four lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant interface
Removable back panel for double-width cards
Carry handle to easily transport the device
Supports Standard and Large PCIe Gen3 x4 Cards
The PCIe (x16) slot accepts full-length, full-height, double-width cards with enough space available inside the enclosure for both standard and large graphics cards. The four PCIe 3.0 lanes and the Thunderbolt 3 interface are capable of transfer rates up to 40 Gb/s.
400W SFX PSU
The built-in power supply provides enough power for the AKiTiO Node (~10W) as well as for graphics cards. If the standard 75W through the PCIe slot is insufficient, two extra pairs of 8-pin power connectors are available inside the AKiTiO Node that can be connected to the GPU, providing a total of about 390W.
Thunderbolt 3
Thunderbolt 3 brings Thunderbolt to USB Type-C at speeds up to 40 Gb/s, creating one compact port that does it all - delivering a fast and versatile connection to virtually any dock, display, or data device. In combination with the AKiTiO Node, this makes it possible to upgrade your regular laptop or mini-PC and achieve a performance that usually requires high-end workstations or specialized gaming computers.

Akitio AK-NODE-T3IA-AKTUSpecs

Key Specs
Expansion Slots
1x PCIe 3.0 x16
Inputs/Outputs
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
General
Expansion Slots
1x PCIe 3.0 x16
Inputs/Outputs
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Power
Power Source Type
400 W Internal PSU
Physical
Weight
8 lb / 3.6 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
13.6 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
23.15 x 13.386 x 9.528"

Akitio AK-NODE-T3IA-AKTU Reviews

Works great & as expected for typical use cases

By Bill
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-06-06

This is my 2nd Akitio Thunderbolt chassis (my first being a TB2 chassis for my ProTools rig). The build quality on the Node is every bit as good & consistent with my other Akitio products. I was able to successfully use this device on a custom-built PC running Windows 10, as well as on a Mac. BUT... when connected to my iMac i7, running Windows 10 under Boot Camp, and a GTX 1080 card (required by my uber-high end 360 camera management software), it was problematic. Probably not the fault of the device, but just this highly unusual configuration. So as I said, for typical use cases, I'm sure you will be perfectly fine with this device, and I still recommend it highly! (as I do with everything Akitio that I've purchased in the past).� I would not hesitate to recommend this device, or any other Akitio product. Cheers!

I wasnt expecting it to work with a 2011 MBP

By Patrick
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-11-26

Well it does so HAPPY to run my 4K display at 60hz

Working with the machines we have tried so far.

By Cory
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-11-08

Node is working with Dell XPS13, Dell Precision 5520.

Garbage product

By Alex
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2017-09-26

I purchasd the node and it had the lifespn of 1 hour before the power supply failed and the product was useless, i came in for an exchange for a new node in the store, and only to find that this node was also dead except this one was dead out of the box

Garbage product

By Alex
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2017-09-26

I purchasd the node and it had the lifespn of 1 hour before the power supply failed and the product was useless, i came in for an exchange for a new node in the store, and only to find that this node was also dead except this one was dead right out of the box too

Smooth as silk

By Sometimesnever
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-09-05

I bought the Node to house an external GPU to give a helping hand to iMac when rendering 3D and motion graphics. After installing the graphics card (GTX 1080 Ti), which fitted perfectly and utilised the provided power plugs, I was up and running within minutes. No issues using a TB3>TB2 adapter to connect to the Mac. The unit seems well built. I can't fault it.

Horrible product

By John
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2018-05-28

I bought two and both were dead on arrival. The power supplies are useless. And being that I needed it over the weekend I had to go out and spend another $250 for new power supplies and cables. Huge disappointment.

Good box and plug and play

By Jack
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2018-01-08

Used with my Dell XPS 13 9360, just had to download nvidia drivers and restart and it worked perfectly. Only half the bandwidth compared to other thunderbolt 3 laptops, but fits what I need.

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will this fit an AMP EXTREME CORE 1080TI on a ...

will this fit an AMP EXTREME CORE 1080TI on a macbook pro 13 2017?
Asked by: Sari
Yes, this will accommodate an AMP EXTREME 1080 Ti, both in size and power.
Answered by: Michael
Date published: 2019-05-26

question

Is this Compatible with MacBook Pro (Mid 2014) BootCamp? Also what is the best graphics card I can get for the best price? Thanks!
Asked by: Patrick
Yes, the AkiTio Node Thunderbolt 3 External PCIe Box for GPUs B&H # AKNODET3IATU may be used with the MacBook Pro 2014, however you will need a Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter. In regards to graphics cards there are a large selection depending on your needs.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Does this works on a 3. Imac 21.5 ,i5, 3.0ghz,8gb
Asked by: Anonymous
It will work with the latest revision of the iMac (Mid 2017) that has Thunderbolt 3 ports.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

What is the best graphics card for the money that this item supports?
Asked by: Patrick
I agree with James that is the best but for the money I would say the best one is the AMD RX 480. It's only $300 and it has excellent bang for the buck as far as performance goes.
Answered by: Valentino Z.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

What means back-ordered?
Asked by: Anonymous
Back-order means we do not currently have stock but are awaiting shipments from the manufacturer.
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Does the power supply works with 220 - 240v?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes. The internal power supply is spec'ed at full range AC 100240V, 5060Hz.
Answered by: Akitio Akitio Expert
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Is this compatible with Mac Pro (Late 2013)? Does it work OS Windows via bootcamp?
Asked by: ????????? ?.
works under OSX 10.12.6 for GPU rendering
Answered by: James C.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Does it charge Macbook pro 13" 2017?

Does it charge Macbook pro 13" 2017?
Asked by: Alexander
If you go to the Akitio Web site for this product, and look at the Specifications tab, you'll see the following re: charging a computer: This device provides 15W over Thunderbolt but only for laptops that accept a charge from a 5V/3A power source [see FAQ]
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-02-18
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