Magma ExpressBox1
Cabled PCI Express for Desktops and Laptops
Magma ExpressBox1 is an easy-to-use external expansion device for attaching a PCI Express® card to a laptop or desktop computer.
In a mobile environment, ExpressBox1 allows a user to combine the power of a desktop and the mobility of a laptop into a powerful, flexible, mobile workstation. For example, a user can turn a typical, middle-of-the-road laptop into a powerful gaming computer, a scientific computer, or an audio/video editing workstation simply by adding the right PCI Express card to ExpressBox1 and then connecting it to a laptop through an ExpressCard/34 module and cable.
In the desktop computers and servers, ExpressBox1 allows a user to move half-length, heat-generating, or power hungry PCI Express cards outside the computer by providing dedicated power and cooling in an external enclosure. ExpressBox1 is ideal for attaching full-length PCI Express cards to low-profile computers that have limited space. The connection to the host computer is through a PCI Express host card and cable.
Zero latency, 2000Mb/sec, Faster than USB and Firewire
Based on new PCI Express® technology, ExpressBox1 provides a zero latency connectivity solution with a theoretical maximum throughput of 2000Mb/sec (or 250 MB/sec) each direction... That's 2.5 times faster than Firewire 800 and 4.1 times the speed of USB 2.0!
Magma ExpressBox1 weighs only 2.8 pounds and supports single width cards up to 6.604 inches long (EB1H) or 12.83 inches (EB1F).
Features and Benefits
• Light-weight and easy method for attaching full-size or half-size PCI
• Express cards to a laptop or desktop computer
• No latency expansion solution providing 2000mbps (250MB/sec) throughput
• Supports spread spectrum clocking (SSC)
• Provides dedicated power and cooling for PCI Express cards
• Supports full-size or shorter PCI-E cards that require up to 55 watts of continuous power
• Universal internal power supply eliminates need to carry external power brick
• Unique “flip open” lid provides quick access to PCI Express card installed inside enclosure
• Includes vertical stand and rack-mount bracket
• Supported by the most popular platforms: Windows XP, Vista and MacOS X
• RoHS Compliant
Specifications
Backplane
One PCI Express slot (x16 PCI Express connector)
PCI Express Specification: Revision 1.1
Cable: 1-meter cable is standard;
1/2-meter or 3-meter cable are optional
PCI Express External Cabling Specification: Revision 0.5
Interconnect Bandwidth: 2000Mb/sec or 250MB/sec (full x1 PCI Express speed with no latency)
Half-length Enclosure (EB1H)
Material: Metallic Aluminum and Plastic
Dimensions: 7.71" x 1.73" x 8.04"
Weight: 2.8 lbs or 1.27 kg
Max Card Length: 6.604"
Cooling: Three 2.5CFM fans, temperature controlled
Full-length Enclosure (EB1F)
Material: Metallic Aluminum and Plastic
Dimensions: 7.71" x 1.73" x 13.72"
Weight: 4.3 lbs or 1.95 kg
Max Card Length: 12.283"
Cooling: Three 2.5CFM fans, temperature controlled
Host Connection and Power Consumption
ExpressCard/34 module or Low Profile x1 PCI Express card (with standard & half-height bracket)
Power Consumption: 0.43W max, 3.3V @ 0.13A
Rack Installation
Includes strong rack-mount face plate
1U, half-rack width
Power Supply
60W Internal: Auto-switching
Input Voltage: 90 – 264 VAC
Input Frequency: 47 – 63 Hz
Inrush Current: less than 30A @ 115VAC
less than 60A @ 230VAC
DC Output: 60W Max 12V/5.0A
Add-in PCI Express card should not exceed 55 watts
Environmental
0º to 50º C Operating Temperature, -20º to 60º C Storage Temperature,
5% to 85% Relative Humidity, Non-condensing
MTBF
25,000 hours
Regulatory Compliance
FCC Class A Verified
CE Certified
TÜV NTRL Approved
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP/Vista
Mac OS X
Warranty
30 day money back guarantee
1 year return to factory
Package Contents
- ExpressCard or PCI Express host card |
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Installation Guide
Easy Installation
| Insert your PCI Express Card | Connect Cables | Connect to Desktop or Laptop |
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Vertical Stand or Rack Mount
Stand for Vertical Placement / Rackmount Accessories
Attention External Graphics Products
Attention External Graphics Products
Magma ExpressBox1 is designed for "single-width" graphics cards that require no more than 55 watts of power. "Double or Triple-Wide" cards that require additional power and more slot space will be compatible with Magma ExpressBox2 or ExpressBox4.
FOR WINDOWS VISTA: It is best to use a laptop with ATI graphics technology paired with an external ATI graphics card. For Quad Video, we recommend Nvidia NVS440 with Sony Viao SZ Series.
FOR MACOS X: External graphics works with MacBook Pro 2.33GHz only. Use the Nvidia 7300GT graphcis card (Apple part number 661-3932, available at www.mac-pro.com. The ATI Radeon x1900XT and Nvidia Quadro FX 4500 are "double-wide" cards and will not physically fit into Magma ExpressBox1.
Product Manual, Warranty, Terms and Conditions & Datasheets
