Thunderbolt 3: Optimising Speed, Performance And Power

With laptops and desktops always evolving, PC manufacturers face many on-going challenges – from I/O ports that no longer fit into sleek, slimline notebooks, to the headache of ever-demanding data access and transfer rates. Something we are all familiar with!

Manufacturers and consumers alike are excited about embracing the latest version of Thunderbolt. If you're always on the lookout for new technologies to enhance performance and offer greater versatility, the Thunderbolt 3 solution offers just this and also takes advantage of easy integration with the USB-C interface. The USB Type-C connector – familiar to the new MacBook Pro – is also showing up on new ultrabooks and notebooks. This latest advancement brings the power of Thunderbolt to USB-C, to create one compact port that does it all.

Making your world faster and simpler
Thunderbolt 3 is proving to be a game-changer for connectivity and performance. For the first time, a single port can connect to Thunderbolt devices, all types of display and billions of USB devices.
Developed to deliver super-fast data access and optimal bandwidth within a single cable, this state-of-the-art port transfers data at speeds of up to 40 GBPS, delivering the fastest dock, display or device connection possible – including peer-to-peer networking. It supports two 4K displays, or one 5K display, for the perfect high-resolution photo and video editing, as well as offering leading-edge technology to deliver power (up to 100W) in both directions, allowing you to charge a device – or be charged by one.

What you'll gain
Whether you're a small or large business, creative designer, gaming enthusiast, or you simply want to have a high performing notebook – Thunderbolt 3 offers the greatest speed connectivity for work or play. Its ability to drive big data, accelerate data transfer, beef up your laptop or daisy chain to other devices means that Thunderbolt 3 offers all the power and versatility you could possibly need.

Available from LaCie:
• 6big Thunderbolt 3 and 12big Thunderbolt 3
Think bigger —we've got you covered. With up to 120TB of capacity on your desktop, up to 2600MB/s speeds, and multiple RAID modes available – including RAID 5/6 - the LaCie 12big and 6big Thunderbolt 3 lets you rein in the stampede of data from 4 & 6K ultra hi–res cameras. Includes a five-year warranty and populated with Enterprise Class Drives.

• Bolt 3
Pull off your ultra high-res projects with the world's fastest desktop storage of up to 2800 MB/s. Break open bottlenecks and tighten up 4K–6K video workflows with blistering Thunderbolt 3 speeds together with a reliable, new industrial design.

• Rugged Thunderbolt 3
Legendary rugged toughness meets USB-C compatibility, blazing-fast Thunderbolt speeds, optional SSD performance of up to 510 MB/s* (130 MB/s with the HDD version) and a maximum capacity of 5TB. Thanks to USB-C, you can connect to both USB 3.0-compatible computers as well as to USB-C (and Thunderbolt 3) ones. Never compromise between durability, compatibility, and speed.

• d2 Thunderbolt 3
The perfect complement to SSD-based laptops and all-in- one computers, the new d2 Thunderbolt 3 offers an Enterprise Class drive, massively expanding your capacity up to 10TB for professional bandwidth-intensive creative applications. With Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 speeds through the USB-C port, the new LaCie d2 performs perfectly on late model laptops such as the new MacBook Pro – as well as on USB 3.0-compatible computers.

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This article is also available to read at BFV online here, page 40.

(JP/LM)