description AKiTiO Node Thunderbolt 3 eGPU Overview
The AKiTiO Node is a hot-swappable external graphics card enclosure utilizing Thunderbolt 3 for high-speed data transfer and compatibility with desktop computers, enabling users to upgrade their GPU without replacing the entire system.
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What does the AKiTiO Node Thunderbolt 3 eGPU enclosure actually contain?
The Node is an external PCIe enclosure, not a graphics card by itself. It connects over Thunderbolt 3 at up to 40 Gbps and accepts one full-length, full-height, double-width PCIe card. [AKiTiO Node specifications](https://www.akitio.com/expansion/node)
How much power can the AKiTiO Node provide to a GPU?
The enclosure has a built-in 400-watt SFX power supply. Its PCIe slot provides up to 75 watts, while additional 8-pin connectors allow roughly 390 watts of total GPU power. [AKiTiO Node specifications](https://www.akitio.com/expansion/node)
Which computers can use the AKiTiO Node?
The Node requires a computer with Thunderbolt 3 and external GPU support. AKiTiO lists Windows 10 and macOS 10.13.4 or later, with Mac compatibility limited to graphics cards on its compatibility list. [AKiTiO Node specifications](https://www.akitio.com/expansion/node)
Can the AKiTiO Node GPU be hot-swapped while the computer is running?
No. The Node is a removable-card enclosure, so changing the GPU requires opening the case and physically installing another PCIe card. Thunderbolt 3 provides the external connection, but that does not make the internal GPU a live hot-swap module. [AKiTiO Node specifications](https://www.akitio.com/expansion/node)
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