StarTech Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 / 1 Adapter - TB3 to TB2 20Gbps
StarTech Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 / 1 Adapter - TB3 to TB2 20Gbps
Description
• Ability to use older Thunderbolt displays w/ Certified Thunderbolt 3 laptops
• TB3 to TB2/TB1 converter is bus-powered / provides up to 12W of power for peripherals / Windows macOS / 7.9" attached cable
• Will not connect TB3 peripherals to computers w/ TB1/TB2 ports
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Description
• Ability to use older Thunderbolt displays w/ Certified Thunderbolt 3 laptops
• TB3 to TB2/TB1 converter is bus-powered / provides up to 12W of power for peripherals / Windows macOS / 7.9" attached cable
• Will not connect TB3 peripherals to computers w/ TB1/TB2 ports
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.
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Width | 59 mm [2.3 in] |
| Software | |
| OS Compatibility | Windows 8.1, 10 macOS 10.12 - 10.13 |
| Special Notes / Requirements | |
| Note | TBT3TBTADAP can pass 12W of power through the Thunderbolt 2 port |
| This adapter is compatible with Thunderbolt™ displays only. It will not work with Mini DisplayPort (mDP) or DisplayPort (DP) monitors. | |
| This is an 'Active' adapter cable. Any host system that doesn’t provide the full 15W of bus power won’t work with this device. Consult the manufacturer of your host system to determine how much bus power your host system provides. | |
| What's in the Box | |
| Included in Package | Thunderbolt™ 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Weight | 64 g [2.3 oz] |
| Product Length | 280 mm [11 in] |
| Product Height | 16 mm [0.6 in] |
| Color | Black |
| Cable Length | 20 cm [7.9 in] |
| Performance | |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps (Thunderbolt 1) 20 Gbps (Thunderbolt 2) |
| Packaging Information | |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 86 g [3 oz] |
| Hardware | |
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
| Cable Shield Type | Aluminum-Mylar Foil with Braid |
| Cable Jacket Type | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Connector(s) | |
| Connector B | Thunderbolt™ 2 (20 pin) Female |
| Connector A | Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C (24-pin) Male |
TB3 to TB2/TB1 converter is bus-powered / provides up to 12W of power for peripherals / Windows macOS / 7.9" attached cable
Thunderbolt 3 certification assures compatibility w/ TB3 certified laptops; TB3 host required
Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt adapter lets you connect older TB2 (20Gbps) and TB1 (10Gbps) peripherals to a TB3 host
Will not connect TB3 peripherals to computers w/ TB1/TB2 ports

