Thunderbolt over Type-CThunderbolt is a hardware interface that combines data, video, audio, and power in a single connection. Thunderbolt combines PCI Express(PCIe) and DisplayPort (DP) into one serial signal, and additionally provides DC power, all in one cable. Thunderbolt 1 and Thunderbolt 2 usethe same connector as miniDP (DisplayPort) to connect to peripherals, while Thunderbolt 3 uses a USB Type-C connector.Figure 7. Thunderbolt 1 and Thunderbolt 31 Thunderbolt 1 and Thunderbolt 2 (using a miniDP connector)2 Thunderbolt 3 (using a USB Type-C connector)Thunderbolt 3 over Type-CThunderbolt 3 brings Thunderbolt to USB Type-C at speeds up to 40 Gbps, creating one compact port that does it all - delivering thefastest, most versatile connection to any dock, display or data device like an external hard drive. Thunderbolt 3 uses a USB Type-Cconnector/port to connect to supported peripherals.1 Thunderbolt 3 uses USB Type-C connector and cables - It is compact and reversible2 Thunderbolt 3 supports speed up to 40 Gbps3 DisplayPort 1.2 – compatible with existing DisplayPort monitors, devices and cables4 USB Power Delivery - Up to 130W on supported computersKey Features of Thunderbolt 3 over USB Type-C1 Thunderbolt, USB, DisplayPort and power on USB Type-C on a single cable (features vary between different products)2 USB Type-C connector and cables which are compact and reversible3 Supports Thunderbolt Networking (*varies between different products)4 Supports up to 4K displays5 Up to 40 GbpsNOTE: Data transfer speed may vary between different devices.Technology and components 51