User’s Guide for Echo Express SE I ™ Thunderbolt™ 2-to-PCIe Card Expansion Chassis For Windows
Contents 1 Introduction and System Requirements 1 2 Echo Express SE I Description 2 Echo Express SE I Exterior Echo Express SE I Inner Assembly Echo Express SE I Power Adapter Thunderbolt Cable Thunderbolt Connector Retainer Clip 3 PCIe Card Installation Steps 4 4 Verify Connections Using System Information 7 Verify the Echo Express SE I is Recognized Verify the Installed Card is Recognized 5 Tips, General Information, and Known Issues 8 Tips, General Informa
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Chapter 1 – Introduction and System Requirements Introduction Mac Compatibility • Mac computer with a Thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt port • OS X® 10.8.5 or later Congratulations on your purchase! The Echo Express SE I is a Thunderbolt 2 expansion system for PCIe cards.
Chapter 2 – Echo Express SE I Description Echo Express SE I Exterior 1–P ower Indicator This lights when the Echo Express SE I is powered, the Thunderbolt cable between the chassis and your computer is plugged in securely, and the computer powered on.
Chapter 2 – Echo Express SE I Description Echo Express SE I Inner Assembly 1–T hunderbolt Interface Card This is installed into its own slot and may not be moved to the PCIe slot. 2–P CIe Slot This is an x8 mechanical (x4 electrical) PCIe 2.0 slot. It is also compatible with PCIe 1.1 and 3.0 cards. 3–F an The temperature-controlled fan provides cooling for the installed PCIe card and the chassis’ supporting Thunderbolt circuitry.
Chapter 3 – PCIe Card Installation Steps 1. Remove the Echo Express SE I chassis from its packaging, and then set it upside-down on a soft, flat, level surface. 2. Remove and set aside the four screws securing the feet to the bottom of the outer case (Figure 1). Set aside the screws and feet. Support Note: To avoid damaging components due to static electricity discharge, wear an antistatic wrist strap while working inside Echo Express SE I. 3. Turn the Echo Express SE I chassis right-side-up (Figure 2).
Chapter 3 – PCIe Card Installation Steps WARNING: When handling computer products, take care to prevent components from being damaged by static electricity; avoid working in carpeted areas. Handle expansion cards only by their edges and avoid touching connector traces and component pins. Also, avoid touching the Echo Express SE I chassis’ circuit boards and any of its components. 6.
Chapter 3 – PCIe Card Installation Steps Support Note: Sonnet’s ThunderLok™ Thunderbolt connector retainer clip secures the included Thunderbolt cable to the Echo chassis to prevent accidental disconnects. Although it is compatible with some other copper Thunderbolt cables like Apple’s, it is not compatible with optical Thunderbolt cables. To attach the clip to the cable, remove them from their packaging.
Chapter 4 – Verify Connections Using System Information A – Verify the Echo Express SE I is Recognized 1. With the Echo chassis powered and connected to the computer, turn on the computer. 2. From the Apple menu, select About This Mac; the System Information application will launch. 3. When the About This Mac window opens, click More Info; a summary of specifications will appear. 4. Click System Report; a full report window will appear. 5.
Chapter 5 – Tips, General Information, and Known Issues TIPS, GENERAL INFORMATION KNOWN ISSUES Keeping the Card Cool With its optimized airflow design and temperature-controlled fan providing cooling at all times, Echo Express SE I provides adequate cooling for the installed card. Do not operate the Echo Express SE I with its cover off, and do not block any of the vents! Otherwise, the installed card and Echo Express SE I’s components may overheat.
Chapter 6 – Specifications, Precautions, FCC Compliance, and Support Information Specifications FCC Compliance External Connectors • Two Thunderbolt • Power Expansion Slot x8 mechanical (x4 electrical) PCIe 2.0 PCIe Card Support One half-length+ (up to 7.75 inches (19.7 cm) long) PCIe card; supports double-width card, daughter card Compatible PCIe Cards See Sonnet Website: (www.sonnettech.
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