Kind of expensive just for a test but definitely worth it if it works. It could enable some extremely small external psu builds with the slimq gan charger.
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I tried to Build my own mini eGPU But it doesnt get detected as gpu only as Media Drive i connected the pcie to m.2 to TB3 Adapter and the Card Makes noises. So Could you help me here?maybe in bios?
I am using this realtek RTL9210B i bought from aliexpress and i connected it to 2021 Hp spectre x360 with Intel Iris xe and i71155g7 (13,3 Inch)
That doesn't work. You need a real Thunderbolt (40Gbps) compatible M.2 adapter/ SSD enclosure. They usually sell for around 100 bucks.
For example:
Ok thank you !!Then i will probably Stick with my TH3P4 lite ( which is working)
I've been looking for quite a while now, and I haven't been able to find a generic TB4 compatible m.2 adapter anywhere. Do you know where I can find the module and maybe not a fully enclosed adapter (like the original project on here)?
you need to look for Thunderbolt 3 / 40Gbps M.2 SSD enclosures, not for the bare module...
here are some examples that should work:
SABRENT SSD M.2 Enclosure, Thunderbolt 3 SSD Docking Station USB C Aluminium External M2 NVMe Adapter, Tool-free, with Cooling Pad, Supports 2242, 2260, 2280, Thunderbolt Cable Included: Amazon.de: Computer & Accessories
OWC Envoy Express Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSD drive enclosure Black: Amazon.de: Computer & Accessories
note: USB3, 10Gbps, 20Gbps adapters won't work
also take care with the newer Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4.0 adapters ... they have an additional controller (e.g. JMS583) to switch between USB / Thunderbolt for backwards compatibility and in my tests they didn't work or would cause issues
Acasis and JEYI tb3 enclosures on ali express should work too
Found one on sale, usually a tb3 bridge is $90+
Found one on sale, usually a tb3 bridge is $90+
I also posted something in the trade section today... 
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I built a TB3 -> PCIe adapter with a WAVLINK TB3 SSD enclosure, which tested perfectly.
Although didn't end up building the enclosure as my TB3 retrofit didn't work.
I figured I would build something like your project, but with a Tesla P4 as I have an extra and that seems to get better results than a 1650. The issue will be cooling the card, but I should be able to duct in a couple 40mm fans to blow air across the heatsink (thingiverse has some ducts that are already designed and ready to be printed and the P4 can be had on eBay for around $90 if you wanted to get one).
Instead of buying a low profile mini gtx 1650 like was used here the faster memory of the Tesla P4 card I have an extra here and it is better as an eGPU.
technical.city
Use two of these 12v battery holders (in parallel).
Then this two pack of 6 Ah batteries with a charger
The same ADT M.2 to x16 riser you used
This M.2 to TH3 adapter
Two 40mm fans
I don't have a laser cutter to cut the aluminum so I figured on just using a project box.
The project box is nearly twice as deep as what you had so I could probably work in a switch to switch between a wall wart plug and the batteries.
Instead of buying a low profile mini gtx 1650 like was used here the faster memory of the Tesla P4 card I have an extra here and it is better as an eGPU.
GTX 1650 vs Tesla P4 [1-Benchmark Showdown]
Comparing Tesla P4 with GTX 1650: technical specs, games and benchmarks.
technical.city
Use two of these 12v battery holders (in parallel).
Then this two pack of 6 Ah batteries with a charger
The same ADT M.2 to x16 riser you used
This M.2 to TH3 adapter
Two 40mm fans
I don't have a laser cutter to cut the aluminum so I figured on just using a project box.
The project box is nearly twice as deep as what you had so I could probably work in a switch to switch between a wall wart plug and the batteries.
I figured I would build something like your project, but with a Tesla P4 as I have an extra and that seems to get better results than a 1650. The issue will be cooling the card, but I should be able to duct in a couple 40mm fans to blow air across the heatsink (thingiverse has some ducts that are already designed and ready to be printed and the P4 can be had on eBay for around $90 if you wanted to get one).
Instead of buying a low profile mini gtx 1650 like was used here the faster memory of the Tesla P4 card I have an extra here and it is better as an eGPU.
GTX 1650 vs Tesla P4 [1-Benchmark Showdown]
Comparing Tesla P4 with GTX 1650: technical specs, games and benchmarks.
Use two of these 12v battery holders (in parallel).
Then this two pack of 6 Ah batteries with a charger
The same ADT M.2 to x16 riser you used
This M.2 to TH3 adapter
Two 40mm fans
I don't have a laser cutter to cut the aluminum so I figured on just using a project box.
The project box is nearly twice as deep as what you had so I could probably work in a switch to switch between a wall wart plug and the batteries.
Oh, battery powered eGPU ... sounds cool! although I think two 40mm Noctuas are not enough to keep the P4 cool.
I'm using this turbo blower with a modded A2000 (single slot) and it works very well:
New CPU Cooling Fan FOR ROG GL504GV GL504GW GL504GV-DS74 GL504GW-DS74 DFSCK221051820 FK7T CPU FAN : Amazon.de: Computer & Zubehör
I would need to figure out a filter/cover for a blower like that since the blower will be outside the project box. If I mount the blower perpendicular to the P4 and then use a plastic shroud to route the air at 90 degrees do you think the turn will slow down the air too much?
I also figured I might need a voltage regulator like this one. (given the varying voltage from batteries) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078Q1624B What do you think?
Nothing special, you can find them on Amazon, ebay, etc...
PS: the switch has no function, I wanted to use it to switch power on and off but this didn't work with the PicoBox unit.
If possible, could you show me the exact wiring structure of the picobox power supply in a picture?
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