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User’s Guide

for eGFX Breakaway

™

Box and eGFX Breakaway Box 550

Thunderbolt

™

3 to eGPU PCIe Card Expansion Systems

For

Windows

Important GPU Card Compatibility and Installation

Information

For users installing a GPU card: Due to the quickly-evolving

status of external GPU (eGPU) support and compatibility, you

must visit the Sonnet web site for the latest information, and

download additional instructions not included in this guide.

Please visit the eGFX Breakaway Box support page at www.

sonnettech.com/support/kb/kb.php?cat=524, click the Manual

tab, and then locate and download the OS-speciﬁc instructions.

For additonal information on supported cards and eGPU support,

visit sonnettech.com/product/egfx-breakaway-box.html.

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Summary

Introduction and Compatibility Information

Introduction

Overview of the Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe card expansion system.

Mac Compatibility

Requirements for Mac systems using the eGFX Breakaway Box.

Windows Compatibility

Requirements for Windows PCs using the eGFX Breakaway Box.

GPU Card Compatibility

Information on supported graphics cards and power requirements.

eGFX Breakaway Box Description

Exterior Features

Details of the external components and ports of the eGFX Breakaway Box.

Inner Assembly Components

Explains internal parts like Main Fan, Power Supply, PCIe Slot, and power connectors.

Thunderbolt 3 Cable

Description of the included Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps) cable.

Card Installation Steps and Setup Completion Information

Preparing the Enclosure for Installation

Steps to open the eGFX Breakaway Box for card installation.

Installing the PCIe Card

Instructions for inserting the PCIe card into the slot.

Connecting Auxiliary Power

How to connect auxiliary power connectors to the installed card.

Securing the Card and Reassembling

Steps to secure the card and reassemble the enclosure.

General Information and Known Issues

Cooling and Fan Operation

Information on keeping the card cool and fan operational modes.

Power Indicator LED and Thunderbolt Ports

Details on the power LED behavior and single Thunderbolt 3 port limitation.

Performance Considerations

Factors affecting performance and upstream power capabilities.

Cable and Compatibility Notes

Guidance on Thunderbolt cables and OS update compatibility.

Precautions, FCC Compliance, and Support Information

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Essential safety guidelines for using the eGFX Breakaway Box.

FCC Compliance

Statement regarding compliance with FCC Rules Part 15.

Contacting Customer Service

Information on how to get support and what details to provide.

Visit Our Web Site

Links to Sonnet's website for product information and registration.