User’s Guide for Echo Express and Echo Express Pro ™ Thunderbolt™ Expansion Chassis for PCIe Cards
Contents 1 Introduction............................................................................................................................. 1 2 Echo Express Chassis’ Description Description........................................................................... 2 3 PCIe Card Installation Steps.................................................................................................... 4 4 Verify Connections Using System Information..................................................
Chapter 1 – Introduction 71.4 2.81 63.5 2.50 236.5 9.31 225 8.86 231 9.09 SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 379.5 14.94 225 8.86 SIDE VIEW While Echo Express chassis require no drivers, the expansion cards you install do; Thunderbolt-compatible drivers to enable them to work properly through the Thunderbolt interface are required. More information on what cards are compatible with Echo Express and Echo Express Pro is available at http://sonnettech.com/support/charts/thunderbolt/index.
Chapter 2 – Echo Express Chassis’ Description 1–P ower Indicator LED This indicator lights when the Echo Express is powered, the Thunderbolt cable between Echo Express and your computer is plugged in securely, and the computer powered on 3–T hunderbolt Ports Connect a Thunderbolt cable between either port and your computer’s Thunderbolt port; the other may be used to connect another Thunderbolt device 2–L ocking Plate This plate secures the top cover in place.
Chapter 2 – Echo Express Chassis’ Description Echo Express Interior 1–P ort Access Cover Although the Echo Express has only one PCIe slot, it will accommodate a double-width card, and will support an I/O plate that connects to the PCIe card; remove as necessary 2–P CI Slot This slot accepts up to an x16 mechanical, halflength (up to 7.75" long), full- height, double-width PCIe 2.0 card, and is also compatible with PCIe 1.
Chapter 3 – PCIe Card Installation Steps Echo Express illustrations are used here; installation steps for both Echo Express and Echo Express Pro are identical (except for installation of a second PCIe card in the Echo Express Pro). 1. Remove the Echo Express chassis from its packaging, and then set it on a flat, level surface. 2. Loosen the two captive thumbscrews securing the locking plate, and then remove and set aside the locking plate (Figure 1). 3.
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 chassis’ circuit boards and any of its components. 6.
Chapter 4 – Verify Connections Using System Information A – Verify the Echo Express is Recognized 1. Power 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. In the System Information window, click Thunderbolt under the Hardware header in the left column (Figure 5). 6.
Chapter 5 – Tips, General Information, and Known Issues TIPS, GENERAL INFORMATION KNOWN ISSUES Keeping the Cards Cool With its optimized airflow design and temperature-controlled fans providing cooling at all times, Echo Express provides adequate cooling for most cards.
Chapter 6 – Specifications, Precautions, FCC Compliance, and Support Information Specifications Warnings (continued) External Connectors Two Thunderbolt Power (C14-type) Expansion Slots (Echo Express Pro) Two x16 mechanical, x4 electrical PCIe 2.0 Expansion Slot (Echo Express) 16 mechanical, x4 electrical PCIe x 2.
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