mLogic has launched a new drive designed for Mac systems which has been created to provide a Thunderbolt expansion chassis in the form of the new mLogic mLink.

The mLogic mLink offer Mac users the ability to connect PCIe cards such as RAID controllers, 10GigE, Fibre Channel and audio/video capture cards directly to Thunderbolt connection equipped Mac desktops and laptops.

Features of the new mLogic mLink Thunderbolt Expansion Chassis include : 2 x high-performance 10Gbit/second Thunderbolt ports, support for daisy-chaining of up to six Thunderbolt peripherals, and a form factor of just 8.1 x 2.75 x 5.9”.

Its also equipped with whisper quiet smart-blower for optimal cooling, and has been designed to conserve energy by turing on and off with the Mac its connect to. Roger Mabon, CEO of mLogic explained in todays announcement :

"mLink uses Thunderbolt technology to link PCIe cards to Macs without slots,” – "Professional workflows can now be realized with all-in-one and laptop computers. mLink provides this game changing functionality in a truly portable form factor.”

Th new MLogic MLink Thunderbolt Expansion Chassis is now available to purchase from the mLogic website and authorised mLogic resellers for $399.

Source: Business Wire