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ATTO ThunderLink NS 5102 desktop adapter with dual Thunderbolt ports and QSFP28 modules

ATTO Technology

ATTO Technology ThunderLink NS 5102 TLNS-5102-D00 network card

SKU CH-598N-5HEQJ MPN TLNS-5102-D00

Connects a desktop via Thunderbolt to 100 Gbit/s optical Ethernet with dual ports, QSFP28 modules and daisy-chaining for up to five additional devices

  • StandardsTLNS-5102-D00
  • Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports deliver 80 Gb/s each
  • Two 100 Gb/s QSFP28 modules included for 100 GbE networking
  • Daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices
  • Backward compatible with 10 and 25 GbE networks
  • ATTO360 software and ADS technology minimise latency for 8K workflows

High-speed Thunderbolt 5 adapter

The ATTO ThunderLink NS 5102 connects a desktop to a 100 Gb/s Ethernet network over dual Thunderbolt 5 ports. It targets media professionals and IT environments that move large 8K video files or data sets and need deterministic latency. Two QSFP28 optical modules are included for immediate fibre deployment. Windows, macOS and Linux drivers are supported.

Build integration

Each Thunderbolt 5 port delivers 80 Gb/s of host bandwidth and can daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices, leaving downstream ports free for storage or displays. The adapter is backward compatible with earlier Thunderbolt and USB-C hosts, so it fits into existing workstations without requiring a platform change. Optical LC connectors plug directly into 100 GbE switches or into 10/25 GbE links through QSA adapters.

Thermals and power

The desktop form factor relies on passive cooling and the host Thunderbolt bus for power, adding no fan noise to a quiet studio. Advanced Data Streaming technology reduces interrupt overhead, keeping CPU utilisation low during sustained 100 Gb/s transfers. Dual LED indicators per port give instant link-status visibility without software polling.

Highlights

  • Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports deliver 80 Gb/s each
  • Two 100 Gb/s QSFP28 modules included for 100 GbE networking
  • Daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices
  • Backward compatible with 10 and 25 GbE networks
  • ATTO360 software and ADS technology minimise latency for 8K workflows

Specifications

BrandATTO
ModelThunderLink NS 5102
Part NumberTLNS-5102-D00
StandardsTLNS-5102-D00
Shipping weight2.00 kg
Package size307 × 251 × 81 mm

Questions about this item

What is the maximum sustained data rate the Thunderbolt 5 ports can maintain under continuous load?

Each Thunderbolt 5 port delivers up to 80 Gb/s bandwidth for sustained high-throughput workloads.

How much heat or fan noise does the adapter produce when running at full 100 Gb/s Ethernet speeds all day?

The adapter uses passive cooling with no fan, so it generates minimal heat and zero acoustic noise during continuous operation.

Which Thunderbolt host port or cable standard must my workstation already have for this adapter to function?

A Thunderbolt 5 or Thunderbolt 4 host port with a certified Thunderbolt cable is required for the adapter to operate.

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