Thunderbolt
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A high-speed peripheral interconnect used to attach external devices to Macs and other computers.
Why it's here
Placed in Assess: 1 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by product launches, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 24%. Low accumulated evidence, so it defaults conservatively pending more signal.
Evidence (1)
- 3Hacker News·7/31/2026product_launchDIY 25GbE Thunderbolt Ethernet Upgrade for Mac Studio
A Mac Studio owner describes upgrading from built-in 10GbE to a 25GbE Thunderbolt Ethernet setup using a low-cost OCP 2 network card and adapter board. The post covers performance testing, bandwidth limits, and a custom cooling solution with heatsinks, a Noctua fan, and a 3D-printed duct to keep the enclosure stable.