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Full machine-readable index: https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt # Thunderbolt PCIe x16 Graphics Cards Expansion Docking Station (Compatible with LattePanda Sigma) **Type:** Product page · **SKU:** DFR1169 · **Brand:** [DFRobot](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/dfrobot-australia) **Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/thunderbolt-pcie-x16-graphics-cards-expansion-docking-station-compatible-with-lattepanda-sigma.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/thunderbolt-pcie-x16-graphics-cards-expansion-docking-station-compatible-with-lattepanda-sigma.html.md)) Thunderbolt 4 PCIe x16 Graphics Card Expansion Dock features plug-and-play, high-speed. It supports Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 interfaces,... ## Pricing - **Price:** $154.95 (inc GST) — $140.86 AUD, exc GST - **Quantity discounts:** 6+ $133.82 (exc GST) · 12+ $128.18 (exc GST) ## Availability & dispatch - Available with a lead time — expect dispatch between Sep 01 and Sep 07. ## How to buy - **Build a cart:** compose `https://core-electronics.com.au/cart/link?items=DFR1169:1` (comma-separated SKU:qty pairs) and share the link. Opening it shows a confirmation page with live pricing and stock before anything is added to the cart. - **Verify the cart first:** fetch `https://core-electronics.com.au/cart/link/DFR1169:1.md` for live line prices (inc & exc GST, quantity discounts applied), stock and dispatch estimates, and totals. Append `/to/{AU-postcode}` (or `/to/{country-code}:{postcode}`) before `.md` for delivery options and prices to that destination. Unknown, retired, or out-of-stock SKUs are flagged. (Query form `cart/link.md?items=...` also works but some robots parsers refuse query strings here.) - **Checkout** is completed on-site and includes a captcha at the payment step. Share the cart link; checkout takes it from there. - **Search the catalogue:** `https://core-electronics.com.au/search/{query}.md` (URL-encode the query; pages 2-3 at `search/{query}/{page}.md`; `search.md?q=` also works) - **Payment methods, purchase orders, policies and contact details:** https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt ## Description This is a cost-effective Thunderbolt to PCIe docking station specially prepared for [LattePanda Sigma](https://core-electronics.com.au/lattepanda-sigma-the-small-hackable-x86-windowslinux-single-board-computer-server-16gb-ram.html) users. It is compact in size and has two Type-C interfaces and a PCIe x16 card slot on board. Equipped with the sixth-generation Intel Thunderbolt JHL6340 main control chip, it has excellent anti-interference performance and minimizes signal transmission loss. It is fully compatible with Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 interfaces. The transmission speed is up to 21.5Gbps, allowing you to enjoy smooth images and operations. The docking station does not require driver installation, plug and play, and can be easily paired with LattePanda Sigma or notebooks. It can be connected to high-performance graphics cards or various high-speed PCIe devices, greatlyimproving the performance of LattePanda Sigma, Laptops, and Desktops. ![Interface diagram of Thunderbolt to PCIE docking station](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/1_52390ec72ae.jpg)Interfaces Diagram of Thunderbolt to PCIe docking station The docking station comes with an acrylic shell that protects both front and back sides.It has a variety of power supply interfaces,including PD3.0 12V, CPU 4+4Pin, large 4Pin, and DC5.5\*2.1. You can choose the appropriate power supply method according to your needs. This variety and flexibility makes docking stations ideal for a variety of situations. ![Thunderbolt to PCIe docking station Overview](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/2_41470ce1859.jpg)Thunderbolt to PCIe docking station Overview ### Features - Speed bandwidth 21.5G/bps - Using JHL6340 chip, high compatibility - Fully compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4 ### Specification **Type-C interface Specifications** - Speed bandwidth: 21.5G/bps=2700MB/S=2.68GB/S - Supported interfaces: USB4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4 **Power supply interface Specifications** - PD3.0-12V (Max 60W) - DC5.5\*2.1-12V (Max 120W) - CPU4+4Pin (chassis power interface) - Large 4Pin (chassis power interface) **PCIe interface Specifications** - Card slot: PCIe x16 - Speed bandwidth: PCIe 3.0 x4 - Compatible systems: Windows10, Windows11, Linux, Mac Os - Support independent graphics cards: NVIDIA series, AMD series - Weight: 90g - Size: 100\*62\*17mm ### Documents - [Product wiki](https://wiki.dfrobot.com/Thunderbolt_to_PCIEx16_Docking_Station_SKU_DFR1169) ### Parts List - Convenient Thunderbolt to PCIe x16 Docking Station x1 - ATX24Pin Short Connector x1 ## Images - [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/D/F/DFR1169-1.jpg)