Compact Drive Reader TB3

Runs on Mac and Windows.
Works with CODEX Device Manager and HDE on macOS.
Up to 20 Gb/s connection speed.
Engineered and optimised to the highest performance standards.

What operating systems is the Compact Drive Reader TB3 compatible with?
Can be used on Mac, Windows.

What OS versions are required for Compact Drive Reader TB3?
The minimum required OS versions to use are:

- macOS 10.14.4
- Windows 10

Is a driver or licence required for the Compact Drive Reader TB3?
No, there is no driver or licence required. It can be used as a “plug and play” device.

Can I use the Compact Drive and Reader TB3 with Device Manager and HDE?
Yes, they can be used with Device Manager and HDE on macOS. (Device Manager and HDE is not available on Windows)

What is the connection speed of the Compact Drive Reader TB3?
The connection speed depends on the type of Thunderbolt connection. With Thunderbolt 3 the dock can transfer up to 20Gb/sec.

We recommend connecting the dock directly to a Thunderbolt 3 port that is not shared to obtain throughput. The Compact Drive Reader TB3 will then provide a connection speed of 20 Gb/s. If shared with other Thunderbolt devices on the same system, the connection speed will be reduced.

What is the correct procedure to connect the Compact Drive Reader TB3?
When using a Mac:

- Connect the Reader TB3 to the Mac host with a Thunderbolt 3 cable before booting the Mac, or
- If the Mac is already booted, connect the Thunderbolt 3 cable to the Reader TB3 first and then to the Mac host.

Connecting on Mac with either of the above methods will result in the Reader TB3 providing the best performance*.

*Note: USB-C cables although they look like Thunderbolt cables are not. Please make sure the Thunderbolt cable is properly rated for use as they can vary depending on the manufacturer. If you experience reliability issues then try another cable, or a cable from another supplier.

Which cables are suitable for use with the Compact Drive Reader TB3?
The following cable types have been tested and are known to work:

- 0.5m Thunderbolt 3 cable (passive type)
- 1-2m Thunderbolt 3 cable (passive type)

Can I use the Compact Drive Reader TB3 with the Capture Drive Reader?
Yes, you can daisy chain the Compact Drive Reader TB3 to the open Thunderbolt 3 port on the Capture Drive Reader.

Can I use the Compact Drive Reader TB3 via a Thunderbolt 2 > Thunderbolt 3 adapter?
Yes, however Thunderbolt 2 > Thunderbolt 3 adapters may limit throughput. Ideally the Reader should be connected directly to a Thunderbolt 3 port.

Can I use the Compact Drive Reader TB3 with a Mac Pro 2013 model?
It can be used with a Mac Pro 2013 model* in the following setups:

- Connected to a CalDigit TS3 Plus. Do not connect via the 10 Gbps or 5 Gbps USB-C ports.
- Connect to the Thunderbolt 3 loop port directly.