For our latest products, please visit the OWC website at www.macsales.com

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions - Knowledge Base

[Node Pro] What is the maximum power the PCIe card can consume?

We recommend using a PCIe card with a power consumption of 400W or less but depending on the situation, the card can consume up to 485W.

  • Total power of the built-in PSU: 500W
  • Power consumption of the Node Pro: 10-15W
  • Maximum power on PCIe slot: 75W
  • Power delivery: Up to 60W per port (usually only the laptop on the first port requires that much power)
  • Bus powered Thunderbolt device on second port: 15W

If the Node Pro is connected to a computer that does not draw power through the Thunderbolt connection and there is no Thunderbolt or USB device attached to the second Thunderbolt port, the remaining power for the PCIe card is around 485W. If the Node Pro is used to recharge the laptop and a bus-powered Thunderbolt device is connected to the second Thunderbolt port on the Node Pro, the remaining power for the PCIe card is only around 410W.

This website uses cookies to manage authentication, navigation, and other functions. By using our website, you agree that we can place these types of cookies on your device.

Cookie Name Domain Description
Session Cookie .akitio.com The session cookie is required for authentication, form submissions, and other necessary functions to fully engage with this website.
Social Media .twitter.com .youtube.com .facebook.com Enables embedded content from 3rd party sources like Twitter, YouTube and Facebook, allowing you to view our videos and read the news.
_ga _gid _gat .akitio.com Google Analytics collects anonymized information from our visitors, allowing us to optimize the website for a better user experience.