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Black circuit board with Mini PCI-E slot and power connectors

Corn Electronics

Corn Electronics EXP GDC Beast Mini PCI-E Video Card Dock 220W 150W

SKU CH-8365-Y6M11

External GPU dock connects a desktop graphics card to a laptop via Mini PCI-E, delivering up to 220 W through an 8-pin connector and 150 W via DC input

  • Adds desktop graphics via Mini PCI-E slot
  • Runs Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1 and Linux
  • Delivers up to 220 W through 8-pin power connector
  • Provides 150 W via DC input for lower-draw cards
  • Includes dual TD switch and anti-interference circuit

Notebook PCI-E expansion dock

This Corn Electronics EXP GDC Beast dock connects a desktop graphics card to a laptop through a Mini PCI-E slot. It operates in PCI-E X1 mode with a DMI link at 5 GT/s. The unit ships new and targets owners who want a graphics upgrade without replacing their portable computer.

Suits laptops with Mini PCI-E and external display

The adapter works with Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1 and Linux, though XP and 8/8.1 require an external monitor. Builders whose notebooks lack a Mini PCI-E slot or who cannot use an external screen should consider a different upgrade path.

Needs a 150 W DC supply and 8-pin GPU power

The dock draws up to 150 W from its DC input and delivers up to 220 W through the 8-pin connector to the graphics card. A compatible power brick and a card within that power envelope are required. The package includes a dual TD switch, multi-stage anti-interference circuitry, reinforced data lines and LED status indicators.

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Price $41.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Does my laptop need a free Mini PCI-E slot for this dock to work?

Yes, the EXP GDC Beast connects through a Mini PCI-E slot inside the laptop, so one must be available and accessible.

Can I keep using the laptop's own screen with an NVIDIA card above GTS 450 if the laptop has Intel HD graphics?

Yes, the supplier notes that an Intel HD equipped laptop can drive its internal display with an NVIDIA card above GTS 450; otherwise an external monitor is required.

How do I confirm the dock is delivering power and data after I connect everything?

The built-in LED status indicator lights up when the dock receives power and establishes a link, showing the 220 W 8-pin and 150 W DC inputs are active.

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