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Cables and Connectors
USB-C protocols
USB is a serial input/output technology for connecting peripheral devices to a computer. USB-C is the latest implementation of this standard and it provides higher bandwidth and new power management features.
The Thunderbolt 3 port on LaCie Rugged SSD Pro supports the following protocols:
| Protocol | Transfer rate |
|---|---|
| Thunderbolt 3 | up to 40Gb/s |
| USB 3.1 Gen 2 | up to 10Gb/s |
| USB 3.1 Gen 1 | up to 5Gb/s |
Cables
Rugged SSD Pro is shipped with a single Thunderbolt 3 cable that is compatible with both Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 Gen 1/Gen 2 (USB-C) ports.
| Rugged SSD Pro Thunderbolt 3 port | Computer Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C port |
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Due to power delivery limitations, do not connect LaCie Rugged SSD Pro to USB Type A ports of any kind.