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Sonnet Allegro Max USB-C 20Gbps 1-port PCIe Card - Black

SKU: USB3C-1M20G-E Barcode: 732311013829

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Features

Transfer Files at Up to 2000 MB/s
Supports file transfers from USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 storage devices at maximum speed.

Plug In Without Interference
Custom connector raised toward center of bracket prevents connector interference with PCIe slot separator.

Protects Your Computer
Resettable device overcurrent fuse protects your computer and the card itself should a cable or peripheral short circuit.

Easy Installation
Quick and easy installation into an available PCIe card slot, plus no driver installation required.

Convenient Operation
Plug in and disconnect peripherals without shutting off your computer.

Mac, Windows, and Linux Compatible
Compatible with your Mac Pro (requires macOS Sonoma 14.4 or later), Windows, or Linux computer.

Specifications

Mac Compatibility

  • Mac Pro 14,8 (2023)
  • Mac Pro 7,1 (2019)
  • macOS 14+
  • macOS Tahoe compatible

Windows Compatibility

  • Windows computer with an available x4 PCIe slot
  • Windows 11 and 10

Linux Compatiblity

  • Linux computer with an available x4 PCIe slot
  • Linux Kernel 5.4+

Form Factor

  • Low-profile x4 PCIe card

Bus Interface

  • PCI Express 3.1 x4

External Connector

  • One USB-C port

Peripherals Supported

  • Industry standard USB 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2 and 2x2; USB 3.1 Gen 1 and 2; USB 3.0, and 2.0
  • Thunderbolt-only peripherals are NOT supported

Bus-powered Peripherals Supported

  • HD, SSD, and SSD RAID

Cables Supported

  • USB-C 20Gbps
  • USB4
  • Thunderbolt 4 (<1 meter)
  • Thunderbolt 3 (<1 meter)

Chipset

  • ASMedia 3242

USB Standard

  • Complies with OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface), EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface), and xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface) standards

UASP

  • USB attached SCSI protocol supported under macOS, Windows 11 and 10

Hot Plug

  • Supports hot-pluggable and hot swappable device connection

Operating Temperatures

  • 0ºC to 35ºC (32ºF to 95ºF)

Compliance

  • RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
  • IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2 Safety

Product Specifications

Colour Black
Range Allegro
Manufacturer Sonnet
Warranty 24 Months
Series PCIe Card
Weight 0.17
Box Contents

1 x Allegro Max USB-C 20Gbps 1-port PCIe Card Two PCIe mounting brackets (full-height and low-profile) Documentation

Sonnet Allegro Max USB-C 20Gbps 1-Port PCIe Card: Unleash Max Performance!

Instantly boost your desktop computer or Thunderbolt expansion chassis with the power of USB 3.2 Gen 2x2. The Sonnet Allegro Max is the ultimate upgrade, delivering a single, blazing-fast 20Gbps USB-C port—twice the speed of standard 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports.

Achieve file transfers up to 2000 MB/s for video editing, mass photo storage, and portable gaming. This card features Bus-Powered Support, providing up to 15W of power (3.0A) directly through the port for connected SSDs and SSD RAID devices—without needing an auxiliary power connector.

Simple to install in any available PCIe x4 slot, it's compatible with Mac (macOS Sonoma 14.4+), Windows, and Linux. It includes a resettable fuse to protect your system. Stop settling for slow onboard ports and connect your fastest USB-C peripherals at their maximum speed!