Plugable Thunderbolt 5 AI eGPU Enclosure & Dock: 80Gbps, 850W PSU Included, TAA Compliant for Windows 11, NVIDIA and AMD Cards (96W Power Delivery, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, 850W PSU, USB Hub) TBT5-AI
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Features
- Build Your Own AI Enclosure: The Plugable TBT5-AI is an 80Gbps high-performance Thunderbolt 5 eGPU enclosure featuring an 850W ATX 3.1 PSU and PCIe x16 slot with 4 lanes PCIe 4.0 to host your own GPU for offline AI models. (GPU not provided).
- Intelligence You Own: Resolve the innovation vs. privacy deadlock by running models like Llama 3 with an air gap. This secure system supports Ollama, LM Studio, Foundry Local, NVIDIA NIM, and llama.cpp, ensuring your sensitive prompts, data, and results never leave your perimeter. No cloud risks or subscription fees.
- Modular Performance Scales With Your Workflow: More than an external GPU enclosure, the TBT5-AI includes features like 96W host charging, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, downstream Thunderbolt 5 port, and 10Gbps USB-A and USB-C ports. The 850W PSU (80+ Gold) provides a dedicated 600W to your GPU, leveraging 80Gbps Thunderbolt 5 speeds for double the bandwidth of Thunderbolt 4.
- Works With: Thunderbolt 5, 4, and USB4 systems. USB4 must support eGPU: Designed for Windows 11, it connects via a single Thunderbolt 5 cable (included). Supports GPUs up to 346mm x 170mm x 77mm, and 3.5-slots wide, and 600W, fitting most high-end cards like NVIDIA, AMD. Check GPU dimensions before purchase. Not compatible with macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, or Thunderbolt 3.
- Lifetime Support: This TAA-compliant AI enclosure has been designed with reliability at its core and was built to meet the deployment demands of IT departments and the ease of use necessary for home offices. Includes lifetime support from our North American team of connectivity experts.
Brand: Plugable
Case Type: Tower
Recommended Uses For Product: Work
Color: Black
Material: Metal
Power Supply Mounting Type: Rear Mount
Cooling Method: Air
Model Name: TBT5-AI
Number of USB 3 Ports: 4
Special Feature: Modular Design, Advanced Connectivity, Lifetime Support
Case Type: Tower
Power Supply Mounting Type: Rear Mount
Cooling Method: Air
Total USB 3.0 Ports: 4
Other Special Features of the Product: Modular Design, Advanced Connectivity, Lifetime Support
Internal Bays Quantity: 1
Compatible Devices: Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 systems running Windows 11 or newer. Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C systems not supported. Not supported on macOS, Linux or ChromeOS. USB4 systems must support external GPUs.
Color: Black
Enclosure Material: Metal
Antenna Location: Work
Brand: Plugable
Model Name: TBT5-AI
Manufacturer: Plugable
UPC: 819927013631
Mfr Part Number: TBT5-AI
Model Number: TBT5-AI
Warranty Description: 2 Year Limited Parts and Labor
Unit Count: 1.0 Count
Built-In Media: Thunderbolt 5 AI Enclosure
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