Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock - Industry’s first to ship Thunderbolt 5 dock with SSD storage.
Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock - Industry’s first to ship Thunderbolt 5 dock with SSD storage.
INDUSTRY’S FIRST SHIPPING THUNDERBOLT 5 DOCK WITH SSD STORAGE
Welcome to Thunderbolt 5
Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock
Universal Thunderbolt 5 Dock with Ridiculously Fast Internal High Performance SSD Storage
compatible with Mac®, Windows®, Chromebook™, and iPad Pro®
(see Tech Specs for full compatibility info)
Sonnet Echo™ 13 Thunderbolt™ 5 SSD Dock delivers next level storage performance — 6000 MB/s with Thunderbolt 5 computers, 3400 MB/s when used with a Thunderbolt 4 or 3 computer — with your choice of pre-installed Kingston® M.2 NVMe® SSD storage. Connections? Echo 13 has you covered with four Thunderbolt 5 ports, four USB-A ports, one 2.5Gb Ethernet port, one headphone jack, SD and microSD card slots, plus 8K display support.
Front view of Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock with NVMe SSD module shown above it.Performance numbers: up to 6100 MB/s read and 4000 MB/s write for Thunderbolt 5 computer. Up to 3400 MB/s read and 2160 wriite for Thunderbolt 4 and 3 computers.
Ridiculously Fast SSD Speeds(2)
The definitive performance storage dock
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Attach three Thunderbolt peripherals
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Connect and charge your laptop at up to 140W Power Delivery
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Connect two 8K displays*
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Link to an Ethernet network at 2.5 Gigabit Speed!
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Attach four USB 3 devices
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Charge your phone
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Read your SD and microSD cards
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Plug in your headphones or headset
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Plug In

Your Peripherals and Power Your Computer with One Cable

Connect your Thunderbolt devices, monitor(s), USB peripherals, and Ethernet cable to the dock and then link them all to your computer with a single Thunderbolt cable. Got a laptop computer? Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock will even power it with up to 140W of charging power. When it is time to leave, just unplug the Thunderbolt cable, grab your computer, and go.
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* 8K display supported under Windows only
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Thunderbolt 5

Tomorrow’s Performance. Today.

Performance numbers: 80Gb/s bi-directional data and up to 120Gb/s video stream performance.
Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock features the connections you expect from a Thunderbolt dock plus the ridiculously fast SSD storage you need. Transform a single cable connection from your computer into three Thunderbolt 5 peripheral ports. With up to 80Gb/s of bi-directional data speed — twice as fast as Thunderbolt 4 — and up to 120Gb/s for higher display bandwidth, you'll revolutionize your productivity.
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The Perfect Companion Dock for the Latest Thunderbolt 5 Computers

Learn More About Thunderbolt 5

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Next-generation Thunderbolt 5 Technology
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“Thunderbolt has become a mainstream computer peripheral port technology, and Thunderbolt 5 delivers on the promise of next-level simplicity, reliability, compatibility, and performance. Docking stations and portable SSDs are leading market segments utilizing Thunderbolt technology, and we are excited to welcome the introduction of the Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock which can help address the needs of Sonnet’s customers with an innovative solution delivering storage and docking capabilities.”

– Benjamin Hacker
Vice President and General Manager Client Connectivity Division at Intel
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Ridiculously Fast

Internal SSD

M.2 NVMe Storage

The built-in M.2 NVMe SSD adds an additional 1TB, 2TB, or 4TB Thunderbolt 5 certified Kingston PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage capacity to your system without the need to connect another device to the Echo dock or the computer. Access data at up to 6100 MB/s — ideal for pro content creation and application storage — and effortlessly store large files, media libraries, or your Time Machine® backups.
1TB
2TB
4TB
SSD MODELS AVAILABLE
Performance numbers: up to 6100 MB/s read and 4000 MB/s write for Thunderbolt 5 computer. Up to 3400 MB/s read and 2160 wriite for Thunderbolt 4 and 3 computers.
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Faster

Ethernet Transfers Across Existing Cabling

Featuring 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock supports 2.5Gb/s link speed over common Cat 5e (or better) cabling when used with a compatible Ethernet switch or NAS with 2.5Gb Ethernet support, saving you the cost of another adapter. You can get great performance gains — 250 percent the speed of Gigabit Ethernet — without rewiring! In case you’re connecting to a switch or NAS without 2.5Gb Ethernet support, the Sonnet dock also supports 1Gb/s and 100Mb/s link speeds.
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Speedy

10Gbps USB Ports for Bus-powered Devices

Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock features three USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Type A ports — one on the front, two on the back— to support super-fast USB NVMe SSDs at up to full speed. And unlike some other docks, the Echo 13 doesn’t skimp on power either — each port provides up to 7.5W, ensuring bus-powered devices will operate without fail.
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Thunderbolt Certified for Mac, Windows, ChromeBook, and iPad Pro

Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock is certified for use with Apple® M series Mac computers; Thunderbolt 3 Intel® Mac computers; Thunderbolt 5 and most Thunderbolt 4 Windows computers; Thunderbolt 5 and 4 Chromebook computers; and M series iPad Pro tablets. See Tech Specs for current computer and OS compatibility information.
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Key Features

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One Cable Peripheral Connection

Instant access – plug peripherals into the Echo dock and connect your computer to the dock with the included Thunderbolt 5 cable.

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Twelve External Interfaces

Includes four Thunderbolt 5 ports, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A charging ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A port, one RJ45 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port, and one 3.5 mm combo audio jack; one SD card slot and one microSD card slot.

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Built-in SSD Included

1TB, 2TB, or 4TB Thunderbolt 5 certified Kingston PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD included.

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Three Thunderbolt 5 Ports for Peripherals

Connects three Thunderbolt 5, 4, or 3 peripherals. Also supports USB4 V2, USB4, and USB3 devices.

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Powerful 10Gbps USB Type A Ports

Three USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports provide up to 7.5W of power each, supporting super-fast USB NVMe SSDs at up to full speed.

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Connect Up to Three 4K @144Hz Displays via Thunderbolt

Connect Thunderbolt or USB-C displays directly. Supports HDMI or DisplayPort displays with Thunderbolt-compatible adapters (sold separately).

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Support for 1080p, 1440p, 4K, 5K, 6K, and 8K Displays @ up to 240Hz

Depending on your computer, supports up to three 4K, two 6K or 8K, or a single 4K, 5K, 6K, or 8K display.

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Charge Your Laptop

Provides up to 140W through the included Thunderbolt 5 cable to power and charge your laptop.

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Read SD and microSD Cards

Compatible with all SD and microSD card types; supports 320 MB/s read speeds with UHS-II SDXC cards.

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Kensington Lock Ready

Safely secure your Echo 13 dock and its valuable data with a Kensington® Security Lock (sold separately). Equipped with both Kensington Security and Nano Security Slots.

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Apple M Series Compatible

Supports all M series Macs.

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Intel Mac and Windows Compatible

Supports Thunderbolt 3 Intel Macs; all Thunderbolt 5, most Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 Windows computers.

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Chromebook Compatible

Supports Chromebook computers with Thunderbolt 5 or 4, or USB4 ports.

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Apple M Series iPad Pro Compatible

Supports all M series iPad Pro tablets.

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Free Lifetime Tech Support

Founded in 1986 in Orange County, Southern California — the vibrant hub of technology and engineering south of Silicon Valley — Sonnet has been at the forefront of innovation. Over the years, we've developed numerous award-winning products that enhance performance and connectivity for Mac, Windows, and other industry-standard computers. Many of our team members have been with us for over two decades, providing us with extensive expertise about our current and past offerings. If you ever need technical support for any of our products, don’t hesitate to reach out; we’re here to assist you.

4K, 5K, 6K & 8K displays.

Display Options

Thunderbolt Port Connections – Connect  Two 8K or Three 4K Monitors

Depending on your computer’s video capability, the Echo dock’s Thunderbolt ports can support one (always 4K, 5K or 6K) monitor, two 8K monitors, or up to three 4K monitors; see Tech Specs. You can plug in Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 or USB-C monitors directly. Or, you may connect other display types (HDMI, DisplayPort, etc.) by using a Thunderbolt-compatible adapter (solds separately).

Learn More About Display Connectivity

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Thunderbolt Port Display Connectivity
Thunderbolt 5, 4, or 3
Thunderbolt 5, 4, or 3 cable
USB-C
USB-C to USB-C Monitor Display cable
DisplayPort
USB-C to DisplayPort cable or adapter
HDMI
USB-C to HDMI cable or adapter
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Want to know what monitors you can connect to your computer? See our comprehensive displays compatibility document.
Displays Compatibility PDF
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Charge

Your Laptop Without Its Power Adapter

Connected to your portable computer with the included Thunderbolt 5 cable, Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock provides up to 140W of power (Power Delivery), meaning it can power and charge your computer while connected, even when not in use, allowing you to leave your computer’s power adapter packed away.
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Peripheral Power

Handy Charging Ports

Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 Dock front panel Thunderbolt 5 peripheral port provides 60W of power to quick charge your iPhone®, iPad®, or other device that charges via USB, even when your computer is off or sleeping. All three 10Gbps USB-A ports provide 7.5 watts of power for charging those devices, too.

Connect. Secure.

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Connect

Thunderbolt 5 Cable Included

Sonnet includes a Thunderbolt cable with Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock that supports Thunderbolt 5’s maximum bandwidth and power charging capability. This cable is compatible with all Thunderbolt 5, 4, 3, and USB4 computers.

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Lock Your Dock

Kensington Security Lock Ready

With up to 4TB of valuable data inside, you may want to secure the Echo dock with a Kensington Security Lock (sold separately).

See Tech Specs for footnotes.
Product specifications and information subject to change without notice. Computer hardware and accessories featured in photos that are not included with product are shown for illustration purposes; items sold separately.

Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 Dock