CalDigit E5 Thunderbolt 5 Element 5 Hub Instruction Manual

1. Giriş

The CalDigit E5 Thunderbolt 5 Element 5 Hub is a compact and powerful connectivity solution designed to expand the capabilities of your computer. It provides multiple high-speed ports for data transfer, display connectivity, and power delivery, enhancing your workflow and desktop setup.

2. Qutuda nə var

• 1 x Element 5 Hub
• 1 x Thunderbolt 5 Kabel (0.8 m)
• 4 x Rezin Ayaq Zolaqları
• 1 x Enerji təchizatı (180W)
• 1 x Güc Kablosu

3. Quraşdırma

3.1 Enerji təchizatının qoşulması

Connect the provided 180W power supply to the DC In port (20V | 9A) on the rear of the Element 5 Hub. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.

3.2 Əsas kompüterə qoşulma

Use the included Thunderbolt 5 cable to connect the Element 5 Hub to your computer's Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, or USB-C port. The host port on the hub is located on the side and labeled 'Computer'.

Image: CalDigit E5 Thunderbolt 5 Element 5 Hub with various cables connected to its ports, showcasing its compact design and multiple connectivity options.

3.3 Periferik qurğuların birləşdirilməsi

Connect your USB-A, USB-C, and additional Thunderbolt devices to the available ports on the Element 5 Hub. The hub features 4x Thunderbolt 5/USB4 v2 ports, 3x USB-A 10Gb/s ports, and 2x USB-C 10Gb/s ports.

Image: The CalDigit E5 Hub connected to a laptop, with several cables extending to various peripherals, illustrating its role as a central connectivity point.

4. işlək

4.1 Port artıqview

• 1 x Thunderbolt 5 Host Port: Up to 120Gb/s bandwidth.
• 3 x Thunderbolt 5/USB4 v2 Ports: 80Gb/s each, supporting 64Gb/s PCIe technology for ultra-fast SSDs (up to 6,200MB/s).
• 3 x USB-A Portları: 10Gb/s data transfer.
• 2 x USB-C Ports: 10Gb/s data transfer.

Şəkil: Ön view of the CalDigit E5 Hub, highlighting the USB-C and USB-A data ports available for connecting various peripherals.

Şəkil: arxa view of the CalDigit E5 Hub, displaying the Thunderbolt 5 ports, an additional USB-A port, and the DC power input.

4.2 Performance and Bandwidth

The Element 5 Hub leverages Thunderbolt 5 technology to provide exceptional performance. It offers 80Gb/s bandwidth across its Thunderbolt 5 ports. When connecting bandwidth-intensive displays, the hub can enable Bant genişliyinin artırılması, allocating up to 120Gb/s for displays while reserving 40Gb/s for other devices. This feature requires a compatible Thunderbolt 5 Mac or PC.

Image: A diagram illustrating the bandwidth capabilities of Thunderbolt 5 (up to 120Gbps with Boost Mode) compared to Thunderbolt 4 (40Gbps).

4.3 Ekran dəstəyi

The Element 5 Hub supports various display configurations depending on your host computer's capabilities:

• macOS: Connect up to dual 6K@60Hz or 8K@60Hz displays, or dual 4K@240Hz displays on Macs that support these resolutions. Note: Base M1-M3 Macs do not support dual external displays.
• Windows: Connect up to three 4K@144Hz displays on compatible Windows Thunderbolt 5 host computers. Triple displays are not supported on macOS, Thunderbolt 4/3, or USB-C PCs.

Image: A MacBook connected to the CalDigit E5 Hub, driving two external displays, demonstrating dual display support on macOS.

Image: A Windows laptop connected to the CalDigit E5 Hub, driving three external displays, illustrating triple display support on compatible Windows systems.

Image: A detailed chart outlining display compatibility, resolutions, and refresh rates for the CalDigit E5 Hub across different Mac (M1-M4) and Windows (Thunderbolt 4/5) computer models.

4.4 Enerji Çatdırılması

The Element 5 Hub provides up to 90W of sustained power delivery to your host laptop, tablet, or phone. Each downstream Thunderbolt 5/USB4 v2 port provides 15W (5V/3A), and each USB-A/USB-C port provides 7.5W (5V/1.5A). The hub also supports Offline Charging, allowing you to charge devices even when not connected to a host computer.

Image: A diagram showing the power distribution from the CalDigit E5 Hub to various connected devices, including a laptop, iPad, iPhone, and other USB accessories.

4.5 Uyğunluq

The Element 5 Hub is compatible with a wide range of devices:

• macOS 15 və ya daha sonra
• Windows 11 və ya daha sonra
• iPadOS
• Chrome ƏS
• Thunderbolt 5, 4, and 3 (Mac) computers
• USB-C (USB4, USB4 v2) computers, tablets, and phones
• Thunderbolt/USB4 iPads
• USB-C Chromebooks

*Thunderbolt 5 or USB4 v2 is required for unrestricted functionality of the Element 5 Hub.

Image: The CalDigit E5 Hub connected to an iPad Pro, demonstrating its compatibility with tablets for expanded connectivity.

5. Baxım

To ensure optimal performance and longevity of your CalDigit E5 Hub, keep it in a well-ventilated area to prevent overheating. Regularly check for firmware updates from the official CalDigit website to maintain compatibility and performance.

6. Giderme

If you experience issues with device connectivity or power delivery, try the following:

• Bütün kabellərin etibarlı şəkildə bağlandığından əmin olun.
• Restart your host computer and the Element 5 Hub.
• Verify that your computer's drivers for Thunderbolt/USB are up to date.
• Check the CalDigit support website for specific troubleshooting guides or FAQs.

7. Spesifikasiyalar

8. Rəsmi Məhsul Videoları

9. Zəmanət və Dəstək

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official CalDigit websaytına daxil olun və ya birbaşa müştəri xidmətləri ilə əlaqə saxlayın. Zəmanət iddiaları üçün alış qəbzini saxlayın.