The Ultimate Rackmount Expansion System for Mac Studio
Unleash the full potential of your Mac Studio by transforming it from a compact desktop into a fully integrated, road-ready rackmount workstation with the Sonnet xMac Studio Pro. This rugged 3U steel enclosure is the definitive solution for audio and video professionals who need to seamlessly integrate their Mac Studio into mobile racks, studio furniture, or server rooms. It masterfully solves the dual challenges of secure rack mounting and critical peripheral expansion, creating a single, powerful, and transportable creative hub.
Engineered for the most demanding professional workflows, the xMac Studio Pro is built for performance and convenience. An intelligent front-to-back airflow design ensures your Mac Studio and high-performance PCIe cards remain cool and stable, even within a fully loaded equipment rack. We've placed essential controls right at your fingertips: a front-panel power button lets you switch the Mac Studio on and off without reaching behind the rack, while a built-in 4-port USB-A hub provides immediate access for flash drives, iLoks, or control surfaces. Crucially, all of the Mac Studio's own ports—including its front-facing SD card slot and USB-C ports—remain fully accessible, ensuring your workflow is never compromised.
At the heart of the xMac Studio Pro is the pre-installed and pre-configured Echo III expansion module. This powerful Thunderbolt to PCIe card system adds three full-length PCIe 3.0 slots (one x16, two x8) to your Mac Studio, enabling you to connect the professional, high-bandwidth cards your work depends on. Install your preferred combination of audio I/O cards, video capture and playback cards, 10Gb Ethernet adapters, or high-speed NVMe storage. The Echo III's robust 400W power supply includes an auxiliary power connector for power-hungry GPUs or processing cards. With dedicated space to mount two SSDs and a design that preserves wireless signal integrity, the xMac Studio Pro is the most comprehensive and meticulously engineered system for deploying your Mac Studio in any professional environment.
Key Features
- Pro PCIe Expansion: Adds three full-length PCIe 3.0 slots via the included Echo III module to connect professional audio, video, storage, and networking cards.
- Rugged 3U Design: Heavy-duty steel enclosure provides road-ready protection for your Mac Studio and expansion module.
- Optimized for Racks: Front-to-back airflow management, standard mounting holes, and adjustable rails for racks up to 24” deep.
- Convenient Front Panel: Features a dedicated Mac Studio power button and a 4-port USB-A hub for essential peripherals.
- Full Port Accessibility: Retains complete access to all of the Mac Studio's front and back ports, including the SD card slot.
- Tool-Free Maintenance: Easily access the computer and PCIe cards without needing tools for quick swaps and installations.
- Internal SSD Mounting: Includes a dedicated, covered space to securely mount two Thunderbolt or USB solid-state drives (sold separately).
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | XMAC-STD-III |
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| Warranty | 2-year |
| Form Factor | 3U Rackmount Enclosure |
| Mac Compatibility | Mac Studio |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 19 x 16.5 x 5.2 in. (48 x 41.9 x 13.3 cm) |
| Weight | 21 lbs (9.53 kg) |
| Front Panel Connectors | Four USB-A ports |
| Echo III Module Connectors | Two Thunderbolt ports, One Power (C14-type) |
| Echo III Internal Connector | 6-pin Mini-Fit Jr (provides up to 75W of supplemental power) |
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| PCIe Cards Supported |
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| Echo III Power Supply | Universal 400W, 115-230V AC, 50-60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0ºC to 35ºC (32ºF to 95ºF) |
| Compliance | RoHS 3, IEC62368-1, IEC62368-2 Safety |
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