Sonnettech Allegro Pro Quick Start Manual

Allegro
8-Port PCIe
8-Port, 4-Controller, 10Gbps USB Type-C
Quick Start Guide
Installation Preparation
Read the section in your computer's user manual that addresses PCIe
card installation, prior to installing the Allegro card into your system.
Support Note:
When handling computer products, you must
take care to prevent components from being damaged by static
electricity. Before opening your computer or removing parts from their
packages, always ground yourself first by touching a metal part of the
computer, such as a port access cover, and work in an area free of static
electricity; avoid carpeted areas. Handle all electronic components by
their edges, and avoid touching connector traces and component pins.
Card Installation Steps
1. Shut down your computer or Thunderbolt to PCIe card
expansion system, and then open it to access the PCIe slots; refer
to the user's manual for specific information.
2. Locate an available x16 PCIe card slot and remove its access
cover.
Support Note:
When installing the Allegro card, make sure its
ports are centered in the opening when you secure it. Otherwise,
you may encounter issues when attempting to connect certain cables,
adapters, etc.
Pro USB-C
™
Card
®
PCIe Card
®
With USB Type-C Charging
You Should Have
®
The following items should be included in your product package:
• One Allegro Pro USB-C 8-Port PCIe Card
• Quick Start Guide
The following items may be required for installation:
• Medium Phillips screwdriver
Mac Compatibility
®
• Mac Pro ® 5,1, 7,1 (2019)*, 14,8 (2023) with available x16 PCIe slot
• macOS ® 10.12.6+
Windows Compatibility
®
• Computer with available x16 PCIe slot
• Windows 11 , 10
**
• Windows Server 2019, 2016
Linux Compatibility
®
• Computer with available x16 PCIe slot
• Linux Kernel 5.4+
• Ubuntu 20.04.1+
Thunderbolt PCIe Expansion System Compatibility
• Supports USB 3 devices when card is installed in a Thunderbolt to
PCIe Card Expansion System with available x16 PCIe slot
* When installed in a 2019 Mac Pro running macOS Big Sur (macOS 11) this card
requires version macOS 11.3 or later; macOS 11.1 – 11.2.2 are not compatible.
** With the card installed in a 3-slot Thunderbolt to PCIe card expansion system
connected to a computer running Windows 11, you must ensure Windows 11 is updated
to version 22H2 or later; earlier versions are incompatible.
† Go to https://www.sonnettech.com/support/kb/kb.php, navigate to and click the Allegro
Pro USB-C 8-Port PCIe Card link, and then read FAQ 1149 for additional information.
3. Remove the Sonnet card from its packaging, and then install it
into the PCI Express slot; make sure the card is firmly seated
and secured.
4. Close the computer or expansion chassis.
Driver Information
For Mac users, the drivers that enable this Allegro card to work in
your computer or Thunderbolt expansion chassis are installed as
part of macOS 10.12.6 and later; the Allegro card is ready to use when
you power on your computer.
For Windows users, the drivers that enable this Allegro card to work in
your computer running compatible versions of Windows are installed
automatically; the Allegro card is ready to use when you power on
your computer.
For Linux users, the drivers that enable the Allegro card to work in
your computer running Linux Kernel 5.4+ or Ubuntu 20.04.1+ are
installed automatically; the Allegro card is ready to use when you
power on your computer.
†