Storage Cables Flashcards
What connector does Thunderbolt 1 and 2 use?
DP-type connector
What connector does Thunderbolt 3 and 4 use?
USB-C type connector
Can thunderbolt 3 be plugged into a USB-C port?
No
Can a thunderbolt 3 USB-C be plugged into a Thunderbolt 3 port?
Yes
Can Thunderbolt 4 be plugged into USB 4?
Yes. This can be used both ways but only with USB 4 and Thunderbolt 4.
How fast is Thunderbolt 4?
40Gbps
How long are Thunderbolt 4 cables?
Half a meter
What is a Lightning cable?
Created by apple for their mobile devices. Fully reversible so can connect upside down.
What is a Sata cable?
Standard method of connecting a storage device to a motherboard.
What does Sata stand for?
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment.
There are 2 types of Sata, what are they?
Sata 7 pin data cable. Sata 15 pin power connector.
How many versions of Sata is there?
Sata 1, Sata 2, and Sata 3.
How fast is Sata 1, 2 and 3?
1 - 1500 Mbps (1.5Gbps) 2 - 3000 Mbps (3Gbps) 3 - 6000Mbps (6Gbps)
What is eSata used for?
External hard drives
Why is eSata not so common use now?
USB 3 and 4 becoming a lot faster that an eSata connection