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But how do you integrate a Mac Studio into off-the-desk professional workflows and expand its connectivity beyond what’s available out of the box?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonnet xMac Studio integrates a Mac Studio into a compact, rugged steel 3U rackmount enclosure with an optional Thunderbolt to PCIe card expansion module to support diverse audio and video application workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnect Specialty Audio and Video Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Choice of System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor many creative professionals, PCIe card expansion for connecting specialty I\/O and processing cards to handle audio and video post-production projects is not an option — it’s a necessity! Sonnet designed xMac Studio for pro workflow flexibility; choose a system configured with the Thunderbolt™ to PCIe card expansion module that best suits your needs. xMac Studio is also available without a module so you can add one at a later date, or use one of your existing compatible Sonnet expansion modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcho Expansion Module Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile PCIe Card Expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom low-profile, half-length to full-height, full-length in size, Echo expansion modules support every Thunderbolt-compatible, non-GPU PCIe card available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e400W of Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in 400W power supply supports power-hungry cards including Avid Pro Tools | HDX, AJA Kona 5, Blackmagic DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G and DeckLink 8K Pro G2, and Deltacast 12G\/4C cards. 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Convenient front panel operation allows you to turn on the computer with its own dedicated front power button, connect USB devices through a 4-port USB-A hub, and access the Studio’s front ports and SD card slot. When equipped with an Echo PCIe Card expansion module, three rear panel locking thumbscrews allow you to easily pull out and access the module and PCIe cards through the front without removing the front panel. The xMac Studio design enables you to connect and disconnect cables without needing to remove the computer from the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003exMac Studio is designed to allow normal WiFi and Bluetooth wireless operation in most configurations (depending on rack type and position in rack), so you can use wireless devices and iOS device control apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnects PCIe Card Slots to Mac Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse high-performance PCIe cards with the Mac Studio. 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