Mercury Helios 5S

  • Category: Adapter/Expansion, Dock
Other World Computing, Inc.
Operating System: 
MacOS
Operating System: 
Windows
Self or Bus Powered: 
Self Powered
Number of Thunderbolt Ports: 
4
Thunderbolt Version: 
Thunderbolt 5

The Powerfully Simple Way to Use PCIe Cards with Thunderbolt 3/4/5 or USB4 Computers While Adding More Thunderbolt 5 Ports

Modern notebooks, small form factor computers, and “all in one” desktop computers are slender marvels of engineering,
but they have a major shortcoming. The lack of internal space to install PCIe cards for added functionality. The OWC Mercury Helios 5S opens a world of pro grade, full-size workstation capabilities to those machines via a single Thunderbolt 5 connection. Adding a high-speed storage, networking, audio DSP, 8K video capture, or specialty adapter card is a quick, no tools required process. Plus, with three Thunderbolt 5 ports, the Mercury Helios 5S doubles as a space-saving connectivity hub for additional device or display connectivity. Now you and your customers can truly think outside the bulky desktop box when it comes to PCIe-based workflows thanks to the proven leader in Thunderbolt technology with the most extensive range of Thunderbolt solutions globally.

• Expands Small Machines: Use video capture, high-speed fiber/ Ethernet, NVMe RAID, audio I/O, and other cards to unlock the potential of MacBooks, Mac Studio, Mac mini, and other space confined computers lacking a PCIe slot
• Internal Class Speed: Up to 6000MB/s available for simultaneous read/write
• Pro Level Card Ready: (1) PCle 4.0 x4 (x16 mechanical slot) for half-length, full-height, single or double-width cards
• Expanded Connectivity: Three Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) 80Gb/s ports each with 15W power delivery for more device, display, and drive possibilities
• Widely Compatible: Use with Thunderbolt 5/4, USB4 Macs and PCs, and Thunderbolt 3 Macs
• Whisper Quiet: Aircraft grade aluminum housing with internal heat sink and high-efficiency cooling fan provides cool, nearly silent operation
• Easy Card Installs: Captive thumb screws so no tools required
• Complete and Secure: Includes Thunderbolt 5 80Gb/s cable and power cord retainer
• Worry-free: 3 Year OWC Limited Warranty