LAKE FOREST, Calif. — October 29, 2025
Transforms Mac mini into a Rackmount Powerhouse with PCIe Expansion for Professional Workflows
What’s New:
Sonnet Technologies today introduced its xMac mini (2024+) Rackmount Systems for Apple Mac mini computers and Echo™ Thunderbolt™ to PCIe card expansion systems. Purpose-built for professional workflow expansion, the new systems fit into standard 19-inch equipment racks and combine:
• A 2U rackmount enclosure
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A mounting module for one or two Mac mini computers
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An optional Echo PCIe card expansion module that connects two or three
full-height, full-depth (FHFD) PCIe cards via one or two Thunderbolt cables
What They Do:
xMac mini (2024+) Module
Key Features:
• 2U half-width module
• Mounts two Mac mini computers
• Easy access to all computer ports
• Convenient front panel power buttons for computers
Best For: Upgrading existing compatible Sonnet systems
xMac mini (2024+) Base System
Key Features:
• 2U rackmount enclosure
• Half-width xMac mini (2024+) Module
• Add a half-width PCIe or Mac mini expansion module of user’s choice
Best For: Starting point for rackmounting Mac mini computer(s), with expansion options
xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV
Key Features:
• 2U rackmount enclosure
• Half-width xMac mini (2024+) Module
• Half-width Echo II DV Module
• Two FHFD PCIe slots
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Dual Thunderbolt port connections to computer
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Ultra-quiet Noctua fans
Best For: High-bandwidth cards utilizing full dedicated Thunderbolt links to each card — from two Mac mini computers, or from two Thunderbolt ports from one Mac mini
xMac mini (2024+)/Echo III
Key Features:
• 2U rackmount enclosure
• Half-width xMac mini (2024+) Module
• Half-width Echo III Module
• Three FHFD PCIe slots
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Single Thunderbolt port connection to computer
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Ultra-quiet Noctua fans
Best For: Connecting three Avid Pro Tools | HDX Cards for Pro Tools use with one Mac mini
Why They’re Important:
Mac mini, powered by M4 and M4 Pro, delivers exceptional performance in a compact, affordable form factor. But professional users in audio, video, and broadcast production often need more: secure rackmount installation, additional connectivity, and PCIe expansion for high-end interfaces, DSP, and specialized workflow cards.
The xMac mini (2024+) family enables pros to:
• Rackmount one or two Mac mini computers in half of a space-efficient
2U steel enclosure
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Expand workflows with robust PCIe card integration via Thunderbolt
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Benefit from quiet operation, reliable cooling, and modular upgrade flexibility
In short: Sonnet’s xMac mini (2024+) Rackmount Systems transform the Mac mini into a true professional-grade rackmount solution — compact, rugged, and ready for the most demanding creative environments.
When You Can Get Them:
xMac mini (2024+) Rackmount Systems are available now from Sonnet and soon from its worldwide distribution and reseller partners at the following suggested retail prices:
• xMac mini (2024+) Module for Two Mac minis
(XMM-MOD) – $479.99
• xMac mini (2024+) Rackmount System without Echo Module
(XMM-SYS-0) – $699.99
• xMac mini (2024+)/Echo II DV 2U Rackmount System with
Echo II DV Module (XMM-SYS-IIDV) – $1799.99
ª xMac mini (2024+)/Echo III 2U Rackmount System
with Echo III Module (XMM-SYS-III) – $1799.99
More Context:
www.sonnettech.com/product/xmac-mini-2024 | www.sonnettech.com
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