Customer Reviews for StarTech.com® Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter (TBT3TBTADAP)
Item # : IM13B6605
Model # : TBT3TBTADAP
- Compatible with first-generation Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices
- Connector A: 1 - Thunderbolt 3 USB-C (24-pin) male, Connector B: 1 - Thunderbolt™ 2 (20 pin) female
Price is $139.49
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15 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Mar 31, 2022
Better than Apple
I've used the Apple adapter for a few years for a CRITICAL piece of studio equipment. After a recent Windows/Thunderbolt update to accommodate TB4, the Apple adapter caused many crashes. Replaced with this after hardware manufacture suggestion, and problems corrected. This is obviously built to a better standard, or etc. Could use a slightly longer lead from the conve...
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Posted Nov 12, 2019
Doesn't work with UAD Apollo Twin though highly
I purchased the TBT3TBTADAP to connect my UAD Twin Apollo audio interface to my iMac iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017) PROCESSOR 4.2 GHz Intel Core i7,16 GB 2400 MHz DDR4 USB-C computer. There is.a bevy of individuals who have USB-C computers that want to use their UAD Twin Apollo's. UADcommended you guys? I bought but.......No Go? Can't rate the quality of this product b...
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Just Joe
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Posted Mar 31, 2022
Better than Apple
I've used the Apple adapter for a few years for a CRITICAL piece of studio equipment. After a recent Windows/Thunderbolt update to accommodate TB4, the Apple adapter caused many crashes. Replaced with this after hardware manufacture suggestion, and problems corrected. This is obviously built to a better standard, or etc. Could use a slightly longer lead from the conve...
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camilo
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Posted Aug 12, 2021
Worked ok at first but stopped working
I tried to reinstsall the driver but it doen't appear in device manager
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Response from Staples :
We are sorry to hear that you experienced difficulty with TBT3TBTADAP.
Please note that this adapter does not require a driver installation to operate. TBT3TBTADAP only acts as a pass-through device to bridge Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 devices. One of our technical advisors will be reaching to gather information about your setup, and see if we can help resolve the issue you are seeing.
Barrington, August 16, 2021
Carlovio27
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Posted Jan 3, 2021
Works well with UAD-2 Satellite!
325 / 5000
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Thanks to StarTech TBT3TBTADAP now my Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Octo Core works fine connected to my DELL 7577 (TB3) Laptop. I would just like to know if I can cascade a second TB2 device to my UAD-2 Satellite Octo which has two TB2 ports (One already used for the StarTech TBT3TBTADAP). Thanks, Carlo
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Thanks to StarTech TBT3TBTADAP now my Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Octo Core works fine connected to my DELL 7577 (TB3) Laptop. I would just like to know if I can cascade a second TB2 device to my UAD-2 Satellite Octo which has two TB2 ports (One already used for the StarTech TBT3TBTADAP). Thanks, Carlo
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RonnyW
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Posted Nov 25, 2020
Works on XPS 13
Got this to connect my XPS 13 from 2016/2017 to my 27" thunderbolt Apple monitor.
It worked straight out of the box.
However I have a Dell TB16 dock as well. Tried using that as well. So the dock's usb-c connector goes into the XPS, and the Startech adapter goes from the dock to the Thunderbolt monitor. That didn't work: I needed to update the BIOS, Thunderbolt firmwar...
It worked straight out of the box.
However I have a Dell TB16 dock as well. Tried using that as well. So the dock's usb-c connector goes into the XPS, and the Startech adapter goes from the dock to the Thunderbolt monitor. That didn't work: I needed to update the BIOS, Thunderbolt firmwar...
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for your feedback. A Technical Advisor will reach out directly regarding your macOS concerns. At present, the TBT3TBTADAP works with macOS up to 11.0.
Stacey, November 25, 2020
RogerB
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Posted Jul 6, 2020
It just works (But upgrade your BIOS and drivers!)
Bought one back in December to use my old Apple Thunderbolt monitor with my Dell laptop. Once I went through the process of updating *ALL* the drivers and the motherboard BIOS, it worked perfectly.
And then, tragedy struck. My laptop decided to give up the ghost and I opted to get a lighter HP, so I returned my Dell docking station to work and waited for the wheels of c...
And then, tragedy struck. My laptop decided to give up the ghost and I opted to get a lighter HP, so I returned my Dell docking station to work and waited for the wheels of c...
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Coerdt
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Posted Dec 29, 2019
Works great
Works great with Apple Thunderbolt display and a P50 Lenovo.
Thank you!
Thank you!
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perkdaddy
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Posted Nov 12, 2019
Doesn't work with UAD Apollo Twin though highly
I purchased the TBT3TBTADAP to connect my UAD Twin Apollo audio interface to my iMac iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017) PROCESSOR 4.2 GHz Intel Core i7,16 GB 2400 MHz DDR4 USB-C computer. There is.a bevy of individuals who have USB-C computers that want to use their UAD Twin Apollo's. UADcommended you guys? I bought but.......No Go? Can't rate the quality of this product b...
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Response from Staples :
We always try to ensure our customers have exceptional experiences with us and our products and we apologize that our TBT3TBTADAP is not working with your iMac and UAD interface. The TBT3TBTADAP requires a computer that has a True Thunderbolt 3 port and is not compatible with computers that only use simple USB-C without Thunderbolt capabilities. However, the 2017 iMac does have Thunderbolt 3 capabilities and should be compatible with our adapter. If you require assistance we'd be happy to help get this working for you. You can contact us directly at www.startech.com/support where our Technical Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week to provide support.
Matt, November 15, 2019
Hanzo
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Posted Aug 6, 2019
Not Working on WIndows10?
I have Dell XPS surely equipped with TB3. After connecting, it shows the device as "legacy adapter" but it does not connect me to the TB2 devise connected to the adapter as if it does not exist. There is no manual nor any information which I can refer to judge whether if it is working properly or not....
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Response from Staples :
We're sorry to hear about the problems you're having with our TBT3TBTADAP. Often this can be solved by checking your Thunderbolt software and ensuring the adapter is set to be connected. You may also need to update the drivers and firmware for the Thunderbolt 3 controller in your PC. If you require assistance, please feel free to contact us at www.startech.com/support where our Technical Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week to provide support.
Matt, August 8, 2019
edgarmontez
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Posted Jul 21, 2019
Does not Work
I got this, because UAD say is compatible to plug to a Windows pc, hours i been trying to get it work, does not
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Response from Staples :
We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you're experiencing with our TBT3TBTADAP. This adapter converts a Thunderbolt 3 port on a computer to a Thunderbolt 2 device. It is compatible with both Windows and macOS, however, it will not work if the port on your computer is basic USB-C and not true Thunderbolt 3. We'd be happy to look into this further with you. Please contact us at www.startech.com/support where our Technical Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week to provide support.
Matt, July 23, 2019
JeffMc
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Posted Jun 3, 2019
Kind of works, but...
If external device (I use audio interface) is powered after computer is booted up, it's not recognized and there is no way to rescan for attached devices. Have to either restart the computer or unplug and re-plug StarTech device. Annoying.
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Response from Staples :
Hello Jeff,
We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you're having with our TBT3TBTADAP. It sounds like there may be an issue with hot-swapping the adapter or audio equipment. One of our Technical Advisors will be reaching out to you with the email provided to troubleshoot further.
Matt, June 4, 2019
BobEvenson
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Posted Jan 27, 2018
Doesn't Work For Me
Tried to connect a BMD video capture device (T-Bolt2) to a new iMac 27 (T-Bolt3) and will not read the capture device. Updated all firmware and still a no go. Should have gone with the Apple TBolt3 to Tbolt2 dongle.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for sharing your feedback on our TBT3TBTADAP. We apologize that it hasn't worked for you and would like to help.
We recommend contacting us directly so that we can find out the problem and get your setup working as quickly as possible.
You can reach one of our Technical Advisors 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, at 1-800 265-1844 or www.startech.com/chat
Sam, January 29, 2018
joevt1
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Posted May 4, 2017
Continue using Thunderbolt 2 with new PCs
Allows using Thunderbolt 2 devices with newer PCs that have Thunderbolt 3 ports. I've tested it and it just works. This adapter does not allow using Thunderbolt 3 devices with Thunderbolt 2 computers though, unlike the much less expensive Apple adapter.
Note: For mini DisplayPort, use a USB-C to DisplayPort cable instead.
Note: For mini DisplayPort, use a USB-C to DisplayPort cable instead.
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BobbyG
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Posted Jun 30, 2016
Great Adapter
Works out of the box and does exactly what the product description says it will do. I ordered this as soon as it was available, and it has solved my problem of connecting TB2 devices to my TB3 port on the Dell XPS computer.
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