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Have an older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Mac? Use any OWC externally-powered Thunderbolt solution with Apple's Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter! Learn more »
Have an older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Mac? Use any OWC externally-powered Thunderbolt solution with Apple's Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter! Learn more »
Thunderbolt is a hardware interface technology designed by Intel and Apple that enables fast connection of different devices to a computer. Its distinct ports and cables, which are now using the USB-C connector in the latest generations, may have been familiar to you.
The Thunderbolt 3 standard was introduced in 2015, featuring a USB-C connector with a maximum transfer speed of 40GB/s, as well as the capacity to power accessories with up to 15W of power.
Recently launched in 2020, Thunderbolt 4 is the most current version of the connection technology. Despite having the same maximum transfer speed as Thunderbolt 3, which is 40Gb/s, Thunderbolt 4 enforces it as a minimum requirement, unlike its predecessor. Thunderbolt 4 retains the USB-C connector and maintains up to 15W of power delivery for accessories, as well as Thunderbolt Networking.
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Ultimate in connectivity to convert your laptop into a workstation powerhouse.
Integrate 10Gb/s ethernet workstations with ease, access fast media card readers, and couple that with all the connectivity that your production environment demands.
Integrate 10Gb/s ethernet workstations with ease, access fast media card readers, and couple that with all the connectivity that your production environment demands.
Expand your M1 or M2 Mac with or your Windows PC with more Thunderbolt 4 ports
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Many people are wondering if their Thunderbolt 3 devices will work with Thunderbolt 4 equipped computers. Get answers to your questions about Thunderbolt 4 backwards compatibility here.
Continue ReadingFor nearly a decade, OWC's premium cables have been the go-to for professionals and hobbyists alike – trusted to power Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, USB-C/USB4 or earlier generations of Thunderbolt. Make sure your workflow runs smoothly with our top-of the line cable options!
OWC Premium Thunderbolt Cables have been masterfully crafted with the latest in data transfer technology and power delivery. At up to 40Gb/s of bandwidth, these certified reliable cables promise uncompromising performance that you can rely on for years to come.
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Many people are wondering if their Thunderbolt 3 devices will work with Thunderbolt 4 equipped computers. Get answers to your questions about Thunderbolt 4 backwards compatibility here.
Continue ReadingRelied upon by pros and hobbyists alike to make the connections since Thunderbolt's arrival in 2011 – Our premium cables are the perfect choice for your Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt 2 / Thunderbolt workflow.
Manufactured to the highest standards, OWC Premium Thunderbolt Cables deliver the incredible power of Thunderbolt technology with support for up to 40Gb/s of data bandwidth and power delivery up to 100W, all with certified reliability. Don't trust just any Thunderbolt cable – rely on certified OWC Premium Thunderbolt Cables to perform for you each and every day.
How fast is Thunderbolt 3? Is Thunderbolt 3 backward compatible with Thunderbolt 2? Why does Thunderbolt 3 use a USB-C connector? Get your answers here.
Continue ReadingThe Rocket Yard provides a brief history of Thunderbolt and the progress it has made since it first appeared on the computing scene in 2011.
Continue ReadingFrom blazing-fast storage capable of moving mind-boggling amounts of data in mere seconds, to docks that can plug your laptop into a full-fledged workstation — Thunderbolt is the versatile, fast, and reliable interface built to empower your digital
endeavors.
Whether you’re rockin’ the latest generation Macs with Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), or a beloved Thunderbolt or
Thunderbolt 2 (Mini DisplayPort) equipped Mac – yes, OWC Thunderbolt solutions support those tool – we have the award-
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Simply connect your older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 equipped Mac to a Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4 or USB-C and USB4 device using a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Adapter and a Thunderbolt cable. It's that easy.
One note: When connecting a newer Thunderbolt (USB-C) device to an older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Mac, the device must be a self-powered. Bus-powered devices are not supported via the Apple adapter.
Learn more on the Rocket Yard Blog: Can I use a Thunderbolt 3 device with a Thunderbolt 2 Mac?
If you have older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) drives, docks, and displays, you can keep using them with your newer Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) equipped Mac or iPad. You will need a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Adapter which can be used bi-directionally – meaning it can also be used to connect an older Thunderbolt device to your newer Thunderbolt Mac or iPad. It's an easy way to extend the life of your older Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices!
One note: When connecting an older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) device to a newer Thunderbolt (USB-C) Mac or iPad, the device must be a self-powered. Bus-powered devices are not supported via the Apple adapter.
Lear more on the Rocket Yard Blog: Top 14 questions people ask about Thunderbolt – answered
Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt compatibility requires a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable. This configuration provides data transfer at Thunderbolt 2 speeds (up to 20Gb/s) but does not support notebook charging.
OWC Thunderbolt devices harness the power of Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 to provide backwards compatibility with Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 equipped Macs. Whatever your workflow demands, you can easily connect OWC Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 external storage, docks, and more to your Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 Mac using a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Adapter and a Thunderbolt cable. It's that easy.
One note: When connecting a newer Thunderbolt (USB-C) device to an older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Mac, the device must be a self-powered. Bus-powered devices are not supported via the Apple adapter.
Learn more on the Rocket Yard Blog: Can I use a Thunderbolt 3 device with a Thunderbolt 2 Mac?
If you have older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) drives, docks, and displays, you can keep using them with your newer Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) equipped Mac or iPad. You will need a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) Adapter which can be used bi-directionally – meaning it can also be used to connect an older Thunderbolt device to your newer Thunderbolt Mac or iPad. It's an easy way to extend the life of your older Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices!
One note: When connecting an older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) device to a newer Thunderbolt (USB-C) Mac or iPad, the device must be a self-powered. Bus-powered devices are not supported via the Apple adapter.
Lear more on the Rocket Yard Blog: Top 14 questions people ask about Thunderbolt – answered
Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt compatibility requires a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable. This configuration provides data transfer at Thunderbolt 2 speeds (up to 20Gb/s) but does not support notebook charging.