ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102
(2 x Transceivers Included)
ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102
(2 x Transceivers Included)
Dual-Port Thunderbolt 5 to 100GbE QSFP28 Desktop Adapter for High-Bandwidth Network Connectivity (2 x QSFP28 module(s) included).
The ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102 is a dual-port Thunderbolt 5 to 100Gb Ethernet adapter designed for professionals requiring uncompromising network performance and reliability.
It features two QSFP28 ports, enabling seamless integration of Thunderbolt-enabled workstations with high-speed 100GbE networks.
Engineered for demanding workflows in media, IT, and scientific environments, it delivers low-latency, high-throughput connectivity with advanced management and offload capabilities.
- Dual Thunderbolt 5 (80Gb/s) USB-C host connections.
- Two 100GbE QSFP28 network ports with support for advanced protocols and offloads.
- Compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux operating systems.
- Ideal for 8K video, clustered computing, and high-volume data transfer applications.
Original price was: £ 2,072.99.£ 2,063.95Current price is: £ 2,063.95. | £ 2,476.74 inc VAT
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ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102 (2 x Transceivers Included) – Product Overview
The ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102 bridges the gap between Thunderbolt 5-enabled workstations and ultra-fast 100Gb Ethernet networks, providing a robust solution for bandwidth-intensive applications.
With dual Thunderbolt 5 USB-C ports and two 100GbE QSFP28 interfaces, it empowers creative professionals, IT architects, and scientific researchers to move massive datasets with minimal latency and maximum reliability.
This adapter is purpose-built for environments where high-speed data transfer, low latency, and advanced network management are critical, such as post-production studios, clustered computing, and hybrid cloud workflows.
Thunderbolt 5 and 100GbE Integration
Leveraging the latest Thunderbolt 5 technology, the NS-5102 offers up to 80Gb/s per Thunderbolt port, supporting simultaneous 8K video transfer and display.
Its dual QSFP28 ports provide 100GbE connectivity, ensuring compatibility with modern data center and enterprise network infrastructures.
Advanced Data Streaming and Offload Technologies
ATTO’s Advanced Data Streaming (ADS™) technology minimizes interrupts and reduces latency, while hardware-based offloads (including TCP/UDP/IP stateless offloads, LRO, LSO, TSO, RSS, and TSS) optimize CPU utilization and network efficiency.
Support for NVGRE and VXLAN encapsulated traffic, as well as RoCE v1/v2 for RDMA, enables high-performance virtualization and storage networking.
Comprehensive Management and Monitoring
The adapter is fully supported by ATTO360™ Networking Software, offering workflow-specific tuning profiles, real-time and historical performance monitoring (ATTOview™), and instant expert alerts to eliminate bottlenecks.
Adapter and driver health monitoring tools further enhance reliability and uptime.
Flexible Connectivity and Daisy-Chaining
Thunderbolt 5’s daisy-chaining capability allows users to connect up to five additional Thunderbolt devices, expanding workflow flexibility without sacrificing performance.
The NS-5102 is backward compatible with previous Thunderbolt and USB-C generations, as well as 10/25GbE networks via QSA adapters.
Robust Compatibility and Environmental Design
Certified for use with macOS, Windows, and Linux, the NS-5102 integrates seamlessly into diverse IT environments.
It operates reliably across a wide temperature and humidity range, with compliance to major international safety and emissions standards.
Ideal Use Cases
The NS-5102 is engineered for 8K video post-production, clustered computing, medical imaging, IP content delivery, and any application demanding high-throughput, low-latency network access.
Its robust design and advanced features make it a trusted choice for data centers, media production facilities, and research labs.
ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102 (2 x Transceivers Included) – Key Features
- Dual Thunderbolt 5 (80Gb/s) USB-C host connections for maximum throughput.
- Two 100GbE QSFP28 ports supporting advanced Ethernet protocols and offloads.
- Supports simultaneous 8K video file transfer and display.
- ATTO360™ Networking Software with workflow tuning, monitoring, and expert alerts.
- Advanced Data Streaming (ADS™) technology for low-latency performance.
- Hardware offloads: TCP/UDP/IP stateless, LRO, LSO, TSO, RSS, TSS, NVGRE, VXLAN.
- RoCE v1/v2 support for RDMA on Windows and Linux.
- PCI-SIG SR-IOV and hardware-based I/O virtualization.
- Plug-and-play specification with daisy-chaining of up to five Thunderbolt devices.
- Backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 3/4 and 10/25GbE via QSA28 adapters.
- Comprehensive OS support: macOS, Windows, and Linux.
- 3-year warranty and TAA compliance.
ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102 (2 x Transceivers Included) – Technical Specifications
| Model | ThunderLink NS-5102 |
| SKU | TLNS-3252-LE0-1 |
| Thunderbolt Interface | Dual Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C), 80Gb/s per port |
| Network Ports | 2 x 100GbE QSFP28 |
| Supported Ethernet Speeds | 100GbE (QSFP28), backward compatible with 10/25GbE via QSA28 adapter |
| Connector Type | QSFP28 |
| Form Factor | Desktop |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100Gbps per port |
| Daisy Chain Support | Up to 5 Thunderbolt devices |
| Operating Systems | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Advanced Offloads | TCP/UDP/IP stateless, LRO, LSO, TSO, RSS, TSS, NVGRE, VXLAN |
| Virtualization | PCI-SIG SR-IOV, hardware-based I/O virtualization |
| Management Tools | ATTO360™, ATTOview™, ATTO Expert™ |
| LED Indicators | 2 per port |
| Power Adapter | 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 0.6A Max; 12VDC |
| Dimensions | 9.45” (D) x 4.07” (W) x 1.38” (H) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (at 10,000 ft) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Compliance | FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, EN55032/EN55024, IEC62368-1, EN60825-1/2, cTUVus, EU ROHS, TAA |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Country of Origin | USA |
ATTO ThunderLink NS-5102 (2 x Transceivers Included) Product Downloads
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