Sonnet xMac mini (2024+) 2U Rackmount Enclosure System w/ Echo II DV T5 Module

About: Sonnet xMac mini (2024+) 2U Rackmount Enclosure System w/ Echo II DV T5 Module

xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV T5 is a high-performance expansion system featuring dual Thunderbolt 5 interfaces, providing 6000 MB/s PCIe bandwidth to each PCIe slot when connected to M4 Pro Mac minis (2880 MB/s when used with Thunderbolt 4 equipped M4 minis.) The system supports two full-height, full-length, single-width DV I/O or other bandwidth-hungry PCIe cards. Connect one card each to two minis — or two cards to one mini — using two Thunderbolt 5 cables.​

• Connects Two PCIe Card Slots – Use high-performance DV I/O PCIe cards with the Mac mini computers. For card compatibility, refer to Sonnet’s PCIe Cards Compatibility Chart.
• Makes Your Mac minis Road-ready – A rugged, steel-framed module with rubber-cushioned brackets securely holds Mac minis in place. The 2U rackmount enclosure houses both the computer mounting and Echo II DV T5 modules, enhancing mobility and streamlining your workflow.
• Perfect for Use in Server Rooms – Standard mounting holes and included adjustable rack rails enable easy installation into any standard server rack up to 24" deep.
• Front Panel Power Buttons – Front panel buttons enable easy and reliable operation of the Mac minis’ bottom-mounted power buttons.
• Port and Slot Access – Direct access to the front ports of the front-mounted mini is provided. A front panel USB-C port connects to the rear-mounted mini. A passthrough opening enables cable connections to both minis. Full access is available to all ports on the back of each computer.
• Front to Back Airflow Management – Supports direct airflow through the Mac minis and Echo II DV T5 Module to keep them operating as cool in a rack as on a desk, even when xMac mini (2024+) is mounted between two other rack-mounted components.
• Easy Access – Secured with two thumbscrews each to the back of the enclosure, the xMac mini (2024+) computer mounting and Echo II DV T5 modules can be removed and reinstalled through the front of the enclosure.
• Power Hub – Single power connection for one or two Mac minis.
• Space for Storage – Beneath the computers, space to place two Thunderbolt or USB SSDs (sold separately) is provided.
• Compatibility – Mac mini (2024+).
• Warranty – 2-year product warranty.
• Customer Support – Free lifetime customer technical support.
• The Sonnet Advantage – Innovating technology since 1986.

The latest Mac mini delivers exceptional processing power, rivaling systems many times its size and cost. Yet in professional environments, raw performance alone isn’t enough — workflows often require secure rack mounting and expanded connectivity beyond what the Mac mini provides out of the box.

xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV T5 solves this challenge, seamlessly integrating one or two Mac minis (sold separately) into a rugged, compact 2U steel rackmount enclosure that houses a dedicated computer mounting module alongside a 2-slot Thunderbolt to PCIe card expansion module, delivering the connectivity, flexibility, and reliability demanded by today’s most intensive audio, video, and broadcast production workflows.

Control and Connect – Easy Access to Mac minis and PCIe Card Echo II DV Expansion Module

xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV T5 keeps your Mac minis safely tucked away while providing easy-to-use power buttons for each one — so you can turn them on with just a press. Access is provided to the front ports on the mini mounted in front. A USB-C port provides a connection to the mini mounted in the rear, while a cable passthrough on the front panel enables connection of front computer’s USB connectors to the rear of the rack. The computer mounting and Echo II DV T5 modules are secured with two rear panel thumbscrews each, enabling you to easily pull out and access the modules and installed computers and PCIe cards through the front of the enclosure. The xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV T5 design enables you to connect and disconnect cables without needing to remove the computers from the module.

Echo II DV T5 Expansion Module

Echo II DV T5 is a 2-slot Thunderbolt to PCIe expansion module designed for high-performance DV I/O card connectivity. For a list of supported PCIe cards refer to Sonnet’s PCIe Compatibility Chart. It offers dual Thunderbolt 5 interfaces, delivering full 6000 MB/s PCIe bandwidth to each slot when connected to M4 Pro Mac minis; 2800 MB/s PCIe bandwidth when used with Thunderbolt 4 equipped M4 minis. You can connect one card to each of two Mac minis, or two cards to a single Mac mini. The module includes four Thunderbolt ports, a powerful 400W power supply, ultra-quiet Noctua fans (rated at just 17 dBA), and a rugged aluminum enclosure for durable, secure protection.

Well Ventilated – Supports the Mac mini Thermal Design

xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV T5 enclosure system secures your Mac minis without trapping them in recirculating hot rack air, supporting their thermal design to keep them as cool in a rack as out on a desk. Ventilation holes on the xMac mini module’s front panel plus enclosed chambers beneath the computers ensures their ability to draw in cool air through their bases, while a completely open back enable them to expel warm air out the back unimpeded.

SSD Space – Secure Two Thunderbolt or USB SSDs Beneath the Mac minis

Space is provided beneath the computers to store two Thunderbolt or USB SSDs (sold separately) at maximum size of 3.2 inches wide by 0.75 inch tall. The space is also suitable for other thin, bus-powered devices.

Ready for the Road – Your Workflow Made Mobile

Do you need to take your workflow on the road? xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV T5 is a perfect travel solution. Its 16.5-inch mounting depth – plus brackets with firm rubber cushions that securely hold your Mac minis in place during transport – make xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV T5 perfect for use in molded rack cases from Gator Cases, fly racks from SKB Cases, or most any travel rack.

Specifications

• Hardware
  • Form Factor: 2U rackmount enclosure
  • Compliance
    • RoHS3 (Directive 2015/863)
    • IEC62368-1and IEC62368-2 Safety
  • Warranty: 2-year
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 19 x 16.5 x 3.6 in. (48.3 x 41.9 x 9.1 cm)
  • Weight: 29 lbs (13.15 kg)
• Compatibility
  • Mac Compatibility: Mac mini 2024+
  • PCIe Cards Compatibility: Click Here for list of compatible PCIe cards
• xMac mini (2024+) Module
  • External Connectors
    • USB-C port
    • Power (C14-type)
  • SSD Maximum Height
    • 0.7 in. (18 mm)​
• Echo II DV T5 Module
  • External Connectors
    • Four Thunderbolt 5 ports
    • Power (C14-type)
  • Internal Connectors: Two auxiliary power; provides up to 75W of power each for PCIe cards that require supplemental power
  • Expansion Slots (Top to Bottom): Two x16 mechanical (x4 electrical) PCIe 4.0
  • PCIe Cards Supported: Two full-length, full-height, single-width PCIe cards
  • Power Supply: Universal 400W, 115-230V AC, 50-60 Hz
  • Operating Temperature: 0ºC to 35ºC (32ºF to 95ºF)
• System Configuration
  • xMac mini (2024+) Module
    • Module for adding two Mac minis
    • Front power buttons
    • Front panel USB-C port (to rear Mac mini, if installed)
    • Front panel cable passthrough (for connecting devices to either Mac mini through front)
    • Power hub (single power connection for one or two Mac minis)
    • SSD storage space (for two external SSD drives)
  • Echo II DV T5 Module
    • Connect to one M4 Pro Mac mini using two Thunderbolt 5 cables, each connected to a separate Thunderbolt port, or
    • Connect to two M4 Pro Mac minis using one Thunderbolt 5 cable to each card
    • Connect two bandwidth-hungry DV I/O cards
    • Installed in enclosure expansion bay
    • Dual Thunderbolt 5 interfaces for maximum bandwidth
    • Four 80 Gbps Thunderbolt ports
    • Two PCIe 4.0 slots
    • 6000 MB/s PCIe bandwidth to each slot with M4 Pro Mac minis; 2800 MB/s with M4 Mac minis
    • Supports two full-height, full-length, single-width PCIe cards
    • 400W power supply (with two 75W aux. power connectors)
    • Dual Noctua quiet fans (rated at 17 dbA)
  • System Includes
    • Two power cables
    • Two 120 Gbps Thunderbolt 5 cables
    • Two ThunderLok-A connector locks (for securing Thunderbolt 5 cables)

What's Included

• 2U rackmount enclosure
• xMac mini (2024+) Module
• Echo II DV T5 Module (2-slot Thunderbolt 5 to PCIe card expansion)
• Two region-specific power cables
• Two 6-pin auxiliary power cables
• Two 0.8- meter Thunderbolt 5 cables
• Two ThunderLok-A connector locks (for securing Thunderbolt 5 cables)
• Extension rails (for rack depth 16-24 inches)
• Documentation