xMac Mini (2024+) 2U Rackmount System with Echo III Module XMM-SYS-III

General Information for Sonnet Storage & Thunderbolt

xMac Mini (2024+) 2U Rackmount System with Echo III Module

xMac Mini (2024+)/Echo III System

Pro Modular 2U Rackmount Plus Thunderbolt to PCIe Card Expansion Systems for Mac mini (2024+)

Optimized for Professional Workflow Expansion:
• Audio
• Video
• Colour Grading
• Photography
• DITs
• Event Productions
• Broadcasts

Connect Demanding Audio and Video Cards to Your Mac mini
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+) systems solve this challenge seamlessly integrating one or two Mac minis into a rugged compact 2U steel rackmount enclosure. Each system combines a dedicated computer mounting module with a Thunderbolt to PCIe card expansion module delivering the connectivity flexibility and reliability demanded by today’s most intensive audio video and broadcast production workflows.

Easy Access to Mac minis and PCIe Card Expansion Module
xMac mini (2024+) 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 PCIe card expansion 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+) design enables you to connect and disconnect cables without needing to remove the computers from the module.

Connect Specialty Audio and Video Cards

Preconfigured:
Systems Tailored to Your Workflow
For many creative professionals connecting a Thunderbolt to PCIe card expansion system to their computer is essential for utilizing specialized hardware — such as audio I/O and DSP cards video capture and playback cards NVMe SSD storage and other high-performance adapters – required for their demanding workflows. With a Sonnet preconfigured system choose a configuration with the PCIe card expansion module that best fits your needs.

Flexible:
Prefer Options? Add Your Own Module
xMac mini (2024+) enclosure system is available without a PCIe card expansion module allowing you to install one later or use an Echo I Echo II DV or Echo III expansion module you may already own from an existing Sonnet Thunderbolt expansion system.

Maximum Expansion:
Need to Maximize Mac mini Density?
Mount four Mac minis in just 2U of rack space with by configuring an xMac mini (2024) system with an additional xMac mini (2024+) Module.

Preconfigured Systems

xMac mini (2024+)/Echo III System
Three Card Expansion for One Mac mini

System Details:
xMac mini (2024+)/Echo III is a versatile expansion system that supports three full-height full-length PCIe cards. Certified with Avid Pro Tools HDX cards.

Includes:
• 2U rackmount enclosure
• xMac mini (2024+) Module
• Echo III Module

xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV System

Two Card Expansion for One or Two Mac minis

System Details:
xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV is a powerful expansion system featuring dual Thunderbolt interfaces with full Thunderbolt PCIe bandwidth to each PCIe slot. Connect 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 — via two Thunderbolt cables.

Includes:
• 2U rackmount enclosure
• xMac mini (2024+) Module
• Echo II DV Module

xMac mini (2024+) System

One or Two Mac minis + Optional Modular Expansion

System Details:
xMac mini (2024+) is a flexible 2U rackmount expansion system featuring one xMac mini (2024+) Module and an open expansion bay for your choice of expansion module.

Includes:
• xMac mini (2024+) Module
• 2U rackmount enclosure (with available bay for expansion module)
• Expansion Modules

xMac mini (2024+) Module

Expansion module for one or two Mac minis:
• Securely holds Mac minis for transport
• Rugged steel frame protects installed Mac minis
• Open access to the computers’ ports in back

Supports the Mac mini Thermal Design
xMac mini (2024+) 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.

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.

Your Workflow Made Mobile
Do you need to take your workflow on the road? xMac mini (2024+) 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+) perfect for use in molded rack cases from Gator Cases fly racks from SKB Cases or most any travel rack.

Features:
• xMac mini (2024+) Enclosure Systems

• Connects PCIe Card Slots to Mac mini
Use high-performance PCIe cards with the Mac mini computers.

• Makes Your Mac minis Road-ready
A rugged steel-framed module with rubber-cushioned brackets securely mounts Mac minis all housed within a 2U rackmount enclosure that can also house an additional expansion module — 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 16 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 is provided to the front ports of the front-mounted Mac mini while a front-panel USB-C port connects to the rear-mounted unit. A passthrough opening allows cable connections to both with full access to all rear ports on each computer.

• Front to Back Airflow Management
Supports direct airflow through the Mac minis and Thunderbolt expansion 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+) Module and Thunderbolt expansion module 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.

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