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Sonnet xMac Studio with Echo II DV T5 – 3U Thunderbolt 5 PCIe Rackmount System
The Sonnet xMac Studio with Echo II DV T5 is a professional 3U rackmount system engineered to integrate your Mac Studio into a clean, secure rack environment while delivering high-performance Thunderbolt 5 PCIe expansion. Designed for broadcast, production, post-production, and enterprise workflows, this solution combines rack mounting with powerful dual-slot PCIe 4.0 expansion.
Featuring the included Echo II DV T5 module, this system supports two full-length PCIe cards and provides the bandwidth required for demanding applications such as video capture, high-speed networking, storage acceleration, and advanced AV infrastructure.
With robust power delivery, integrated auxiliary connectors, and rack rails included, the xMac Studio system ensures reliable operation in mission-critical environments while maintaining a professional, organised installation.
Key Features
- 3U rackmount enclosure designed for Mac Studio
- Includes Echo II DV T5 Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe expansion module
- Supports two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe 4.0 cards
- Dual Thunderbolt connectivity for maximum performance
- Integrated auxiliary power for demanding PCIe cards
- Professional rack-ready design for studio and enterprise use
Included:
- xMac Studio Enclosure
- Echo II DV T5 Module (2-slot Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe card expansion)
- Region-specific power cable
- Two 6-pin auxiliary power cables
- Two 0.8-meter Thunderbolt 5 cables
- Two ThunderLok-A connector locks (for securing Thunderbolt 5 cables)
- Extension rails (for rack depth 16-24 inches)
- Two adhesive-backed magnets (for mounting portable SSDs)
- Documentation PDF
Product Q&A
Q: Which Mac models is this system compatible with?
A: It is designed for Mac Studio systems.
Q: How many PCIe cards can it support?
A: It supports two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe 4.0 cards.
Q: What is required for maximum PCIe performance?
A: To support maximum performance when using two bandwidth-hungry PCIe cards, the Echo II DV T5 Module requires two connections between the module and M4 Max or M3 Ultra Mac Studio Thunderbolt 5 ports.
Q: Does it provide auxiliary power for PCIe cards?
A: Yes. Each auxiliary connector provides up to 75W of supplemental power.
Q: Where can I check PCIe card compatibility?
A: Refer to the official Sonnet PCIe compatibility PDF for a complete supported card list.
Specifications
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Part Number
XMAC-STD-IIDVT5 -
Warranty
2-year -
Form Factor
3U rackmount enclosure -
External Connectors
Four USB-A ports - Included Echo II DV T5 Module
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External Connectors
Four Thunderbolt 5 ports
Power (C14-type) -
Thunderbolt 5 Computer Ports
Cables Supported
Thunderbolt 5 or Thunderbolt 4 cables
Cables Not Supported
Thunderbolt optical cables -
Thunderbolt Peripheral Ports
(Note that the downstream ports are not necessarily Thunderbolt 5 ports; they are the same as the host ports (Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4). -
Connectivity
With USB-C connector -
Peripherals Supported
Thunderbolt 5, 4, 3 devices
USB4, 3, 2, 1 devices
Thunderbolt 5, 4, 3, and USB-C monitors
DisplayPort and HDMI monitors(2) -
Internal Connector
Two auxiliary power; each provides up to 75W of power for PCIe cards that require supplemental power -
Expansion Slots
Two x16 mechanical (x4 electrical) PCIe 4.0 -
PCIe Cards Supported
Two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe cards -
Power Supply
Universal 400W, 115-230V AC, 50-60 Hz(3) -
Operating Temperature
0ºC to 35ºC (32ºF to 95ºF) -
Dimensions (WxDxH)
19 x 16.5 x 5.2 in. (48 x 41.9 x 13.3 cm) -
SSD Maximum Height
0.7 in. (18 mm) inserted from rear
0.9 in. (23 mm) inserted from front -
Weight
21 lbs (9.53 kg) -
Compliance
RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2 Safety -
Package Contents
xMac Studio Enclosure
Echo II DV T5 Module (2-slot Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe card expansion)
Region-specific power cable
Two 6-pin auxiliary power cables
Two 0.8-meter Thunderbolt 5 cables
Two ThunderLok-A connector locks (for securing Thunderbolt 5 cables)
Extension rails (for rack depth 16-24 inches)
Two adhesive-backed magnets (for mounting portable SSDs)
Documentation PDF - https://www.sonnettech.com/support/downloads/manuals/xmac_studio_echo_ii_dv_t5_sys_qsg.pdf
Compatibility
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Computer System Requirements
To support maximum performance when using two bandwidth-hungry PCIe cards, Echo II DV T5 Module requires two connections between the module and M4 Max or M3 Ultra Mac Studio Thunderbolt 5 ports -
Mac Compatibility
Mac Studio -
PCIe Cards Compatibility
For a list of compatible PCIe cards, see the following PDF
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Sonnet xMac Studio + Echo II DV T5 – 3U Thunderbolt 5 PCIe Rackmount System
Sonnet xMac Studio with Echo II DV T5 – 3U Thunderbolt 5 PCIe Rackmount System
The Sonnet xMac Studio with Echo II DV T5 is a professional 3U rackmount system engineered to integrate your Mac Studio into a clean, secure rack environment while delivering high-performance Thunderbolt 5 PCIe expansion. Designed for broadcast, production, post-production, and enterprise workflows, this solution combines rack mounting with powerful dual-slot PCIe 4.0 expansion.
Featuring the included Echo II DV T5 module, this system supports two full-length PCIe cards and provides the bandwidth required for demanding applications such as video capture, high-speed networking, storage acceleration, and advanced AV infrastructure.
With robust power delivery, integrated auxiliary connectors, and rack rails included, the xMac Studio system ensures reliable operation in mission-critical environments while maintaining a professional, organised installation.
Key Features
- 3U rackmount enclosure designed for Mac Studio
- Includes Echo II DV T5 Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe expansion module
- Supports two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe 4.0 cards
- Dual Thunderbolt connectivity for maximum performance
- Integrated auxiliary power for demanding PCIe cards
- Professional rack-ready design for studio and enterprise use
Included:
- xMac Studio Enclosure
- Echo II DV T5 Module (2-slot Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe card expansion)
- Region-specific power cable
- Two 6-pin auxiliary power cables
- Two 0.8-meter Thunderbolt 5 cables
- Two ThunderLok-A connector locks (for securing Thunderbolt 5 cables)
- Extension rails (for rack depth 16-24 inches)
- Two adhesive-backed magnets (for mounting portable SSDs)
- Documentation PDF
Product Q&A
Q: Which Mac models is this system compatible with?
A: It is designed for Mac Studio systems.
Q: How many PCIe cards can it support?
A: It supports two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe 4.0 cards.
Q: What is required for maximum PCIe performance?
A: To support maximum performance when using two bandwidth-hungry PCIe cards, the Echo II DV T5 Module requires two connections between the module and M4 Max or M3 Ultra Mac Studio Thunderbolt 5 ports.
Q: Does it provide auxiliary power for PCIe cards?
A: Yes. Each auxiliary connector provides up to 75W of supplemental power.
Q: Where can I check PCIe card compatibility?
A: Refer to the official Sonnet PCIe compatibility PDF for a complete supported card list.
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Part Number
XMAC-STD-IIDVT5 -
Warranty
2-year -
Form Factor
3U rackmount enclosure -
External Connectors
Four USB-A ports - Included Echo II DV T5 Module
-
External Connectors
Four Thunderbolt 5 ports
Power (C14-type) -
Thunderbolt 5 Computer Ports
Cables Supported
Thunderbolt 5 or Thunderbolt 4 cables
Cables Not Supported
Thunderbolt optical cables -
Thunderbolt Peripheral Ports
(Note that the downstream ports are not necessarily Thunderbolt 5 ports; they are the same as the host ports (Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4). -
Connectivity
With USB-C connector -
Peripherals Supported
Thunderbolt 5, 4, 3 devices
USB4, 3, 2, 1 devices
Thunderbolt 5, 4, 3, and USB-C monitors
DisplayPort and HDMI monitors(2) -
Internal Connector
Two auxiliary power; each provides up to 75W of power for PCIe cards that require supplemental power -
Expansion Slots
Two x16 mechanical (x4 electrical) PCIe 4.0 -
PCIe Cards Supported
Two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe cards -
Power Supply
Universal 400W, 115-230V AC, 50-60 Hz(3) -
Operating Temperature
0ºC to 35ºC (32ºF to 95ºF) -
Dimensions (WxDxH)
19 x 16.5 x 5.2 in. (48 x 41.9 x 13.3 cm) -
SSD Maximum Height
0.7 in. (18 mm) inserted from rear
0.9 in. (23 mm) inserted from front -
Weight
21 lbs (9.53 kg) -
Compliance
RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2 Safety -
Package Contents
xMac Studio Enclosure
Echo II DV T5 Module (2-slot Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe card expansion)
Region-specific power cable
Two 6-pin auxiliary power cables
Two 0.8-meter Thunderbolt 5 cables
Two ThunderLok-A connector locks (for securing Thunderbolt 5 cables)
Extension rails (for rack depth 16-24 inches)
Two adhesive-backed magnets (for mounting portable SSDs)
Documentation PDF - https://www.sonnettech.com/support/downloads/manuals/xmac_studio_echo_ii_dv_t5_sys_qsg.pdf
-
Computer System Requirements
To support maximum performance when using two bandwidth-hungry PCIe cards, Echo II DV T5 Module requires two connections between the module and M4 Max or M3 Ultra Mac Studio Thunderbolt 5 ports -
Mac Compatibility
Mac Studio -
PCIe Cards Compatibility
For a list of compatible PCIe cards, see the following PDF