OWC Mercury Helios 3
Introduction
1
1.1 Minimum System Requirements
1.1.1 Apple Mac Requirements
• Any Mac with a Thunderbolt
™
3 host port *
• macOS 10.12.1 or later
Note: Mac computers with Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 host ports can connect to the Helios 3 using the
Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter from Apple.
1.1.2 PC Requirements
• Any PC with a Thunderbolt 3 host port
• Windows 10 or later
• (Boot Camp supported)
1.1.3 PCIe Card Drivers
• PCIe card must operate without a driver or have a Thunderbolt-aware driver. Please visit the manufacturer
web site for driver information. GPUs not supported.
1.2 Package Contents
1.3 About This Manual
The images and descriptions may vary slightly between this manual and the unit shipped. Functions and
features may change depending on the rmware version. The latest product details and warranty information
can be found on the product web page. OWC’s Limited Warranty is not transferable and subject to limitations.
OWC Mercury Helios 3 Power Supply
and cable
Thunderbolt
3 cable
INTRODUCTION