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product_id: 260851798
title: "StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter - TBT3TBTADAP"
brand: "startech"
price: "AR$127596"
currency: ARS
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
category: "Star Tech"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/260851798-startech-com-thunderbolt-3-to-thunderbolt-adapter-tbt3tbtadap
store_origin: AR
region: Argentina
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# 20Gbps max Thunderbolt 2 speed 12W bus-powered for peripherals 8in built-in cable for flexible setup StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter - TBT3TBTADAP

**Brand:** startech
**Price:** AR$127596
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Future-proof your legacy gear with StarTech’s Thunderbolt adapter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter - TBT3TBTADAP by startech
- **How much does it cost?** AR$127596 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/260851798-startech-com-thunderbolt-3-to-thunderbolt-adapter-tbt3tbtadap)

## Best For

- startech enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted startech brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Display Ready:** Connect your classic Thunderbolt displays and keep your multi-monitor setup alive and thriving.
- • **Plug & Play Power:** Bus-powered adapter delivers 12W to keep your devices energized without extra cables.
- • **Blazing Data Transfer:** Experience up to 20Gbps speeds with Thunderbolt 2 peripherals—no lag, no limits.
- • **Certified Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with top-tier laptops like MacBook Pro, Dell XPS, Lenovo ThinkPad, and more.
- • **Seamless Legacy Connection:** Bridge your Thunderbolt 3 laptop to older TB1/TB2 devices effortlessly.

## Overview

The StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter enables professionals to connect their latest Thunderbolt 3 laptops to older Thunderbolt 1 and 2 peripherals at speeds up to 20Gbps. Bus-powered with 12W output, it supports legacy Thunderbolt displays and storage devices, ensuring seamless integration across generations. Compatible with major laptop brands, this adapter is essential for maintaining productivity without sacrificing your existing high-performance gear.

## Description

This Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter is a cost-effective solution for connecting older Thunderbolt peripherals such as external hard drives, Thunderbolt 2 displays to newer Thunderbolt 3 host devices (laptops or computers). You can connect to first-generation Thunderbolt devices at 10Gbps speed. With Thunderbolt 2 devices, you can connect at 20Gbps. The Thunderbolt 3 adapter will not work with non-Thunderbolt 3 USB-C laptops and only works with Thunderbolt 3 enabled ports (look for the Thunderbolt sign on your port).

Review: it is not working with mac - it is not working with mac , and i asked for return and no one respond
Review: utilisé pour raccorder un écran 5k d'iMac a un ordinateur

## Features

- COMPATIBILITY NOTE: This Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter is NOT BIDIRECTIONAL and will not connect TB3 peripherals to computers with TB1/TB2 ports; This adapter is not compatible w/ Mini DisplayPort / DisplayPort monitors or Thunderbolt 4 computers
- THUNDERBOLT 3 TO THUNDERBOLT ADAPTER: Enables Thunderbolt 3 laptops to connect with older Thunderbolt 2 (20Gbps) and Thunderbolt 1 (10Gbps) peripherals; Connect TB1/TB2 devices like external storage drive bays, or Thunderbolt Displays to your TB3 laptop
- THUNDERBOLT 3 CERTIFIED: Compatible w/ TB3 certified laptops like MacBook Air & MacBook Pro, Dell XPS 13 & 15, Latitude, Precision, Lenovo ThinkPad X1, P series, HP EliteBook; Requires TB3 host (laptop or desktop must be equipped with Thunderbolt 3 port)
- TECH SPECS: Bus-powered; Provides up to 12W of power for peripherals; Features a physical Mini DisplayPort connector but it is not capable of adapting to mini DisplayPort / DisplayPort signal; Only compatible w/ Thunderbolt peripherals; 8in built-in cable
- COMPATIBLE WITH THUNDERBOLT DISPLAYS: This TB3 to TB2/TB1 adapter enables use of older Thunderbolt monitors (27" Apple Thunderbolt Displays/LG Ultrawide TB2 display) w/ certified Thunderbolt 3 laptops; Windows and macOS compatible

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B019FPJDQ2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #19,914 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #17 in Thunderbolt Adapters |
| Item model number | TBT3TBTADAP |
| Manufacturer | STARTECH.COM |
| Product Dimensions | 27.94 x 5.84 x 1.52 cm; 58.97 g |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Black
- **Connector type:** Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt 3
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 27.9 x 5.8 x 1.5 centimeters
- **Specific uses for product:** personal

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How can I tell if I have a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port?**
A: Some USB-C ports don’t support TB3. USB-C peripherals will work with TB3 computers, but TB3 peripherals will not work with USB-C computers. To determine if your computer features TB3, look for the TB3 symbol or refer to your computer's documentation.

**Q: Does this device also convert in the opposite direction?**
A: No, this device has an intended source (Thunderbolt 3) and destination (Thunderbolt 1 or Thunderbolt 2), and does not convert in the opposite direction.

**Q: My computer is not properly detecting my Thunderbolt 3 device. What do I do?**
A: Try the following: Update the TB software on your computer/Update the TB firmware on your computer/Update the TB drivers/Update your motherboard BIOS or UEFI. For more infor about how to complete these updates refer to the computer’s documentation.

**Q: Does this device work with DisplayPort displays, Mini DisplayPort displays, or MST hubs?**
A: No, this device doesn't work when connected directly to an MST hub, a DisplayPort display, or a Mini DisplayPort display.

**Q: My 27in Apple Thunderbolt display is not working on my Dell computer. How can I fix this?**
A: Make the following BIOS or UEFI settings change on your Dell system: Locate the setting "Thunderbolt Auto Switch" and uncheck "Auto Switch" Select "BIOS Assist Enumeration" Click Apply Save changes Setting may not be available on all Dell systems

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ it is not working with mac
*by A***R on 18 August 2019*

it is not working with mac , and i asked for return and no one respond

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***U on 29 October 2024*

utilisé pour raccorder un écran 5k d'iMac a un ordinateur

### ⭐⭐ Review
*by N***K on 21 October 2022*

Ho collegato un Macbook Pro 16" 2021 M1 Pro allo schermo esterno Dell UP2715K: il video funziona bene ad una risoluzione di 5K. L'audio invece non viene passato. Ho contattato l'assistenza di Startech.com e mi hanno confermato che è un problema noto e che non ci sono soluzioni: con windows (a detta loro) funziona, con questi nuovi mac no. Come alternativa mi hanno consigliato il modello TB32DP14 che dovrebbe risolvere il problema ma che comunque non è stato testato (mah...). Un prodotto di 100 e passa euro che non viene neanche testato: no comment. Le due stelle perché per il video non ci sono problemi ma se nelle specifiche scrivi Audio 7.1 mi aspetto che almeno in modalità base funzioni. Deluso.

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*Product available on Desertcart Argentina*
*Store origin: AR*
*Last updated: 2026-02-09*