Enhances Bluetooth Performance of xMac mini Server, RackMac mini, and DuoModo xMac mini Module and Mac and Windows computers.
For any Mac mini® user who mounted their computer in one of Sonnet’s Mac mini rackmount solutions, improving your computer’s Bluetooth® performance is simple — plug in a Sonnet Long-Range USB Bluetooth 4.0 Micro Adapter. Connected to the front panel USB port, this adapter moves your Bluetooth connection to outside the enclosure, enabling better performance with mice, keyboards, headsets, speakers, printers, phone, tablet, and other Bluetooth devices.
Supported under macOS® 10.12+, and Windows® 11 and 10, the Long-Range USB Bluetooth 4.0 Micro Adapter works with a wide variety of computers. Whether you need to add Bluetooth wireless connectivity to a computer without it built in or want to upgrade your computer’s Bluetooth to a later version, the Sonnet adapter is a great solution.
Key Features
Extends Bluetooth Range for Sonnet’s Mac mini Rackmount Solutions
Enhances Intel® and M1 Mac minis’ Bluetooth performance when installed in RackMac™ mini, xMac™ mini Server, DuoModo™ xMac mini Module, or other Mac and Windows computers.
Broad Device Support
Supports mice, keyboards, headphones, speakers, printers, and other Bluetooth devices.
macOS and Windows Compatible
Supported in Macs running macOS 10.12+ and in computers running Windows 11 or 10. Supports Wireless Music Streaming, Works with Bluetooth headphones and speakers.
Micro-Size Adapter
Adapter is small enough to remain safely plugged into USB port during transport.
Extended Transmission Range
Enables greater flexibility in connecting devices wirelessly to your computer; supports receive/send ranges of up 50 meters (165 feet).
Supports Seven Devices Simultaneously
Connect a keyboard, mouse, speakers, phone, and other devices at the same time.
Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) Support
Data transfer rates up to 3Mbps.
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Support
Reduces power consumption by enabling BLE devices to remain paired without sending data constantly between the adapter and device.
Compatibility
Mac Compatibility
- Mac with USB Type A ports
- Mac with USB Type-C ports when used with a USB-C male to USB-A female adapter (sold separately)
- macOS® 10.12.+
- macOS Monterey compatible
Windows Compatibility
- Windows computer with USB Type A ports
- Windows computer with USB Type-C ports when used with a USB-C male to USB-A female adapter (sold separetly)
- Windows 11 and 10
Hardware
Part Number
- USB-BT4
Warranty
- 2-year
Form Factor
- USB Type A adapter
Bus Interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 1
External Connectors
- USB Type A
Chip
- Broadcom BCM20702
Standards
- Bluetooth 4.0
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
- Supports Bluetooth 4.2 and 5 devices(1)
- Backward compatible with Bluetooth v3.0, 2.0, 1.2, and 1.1 devices
Transmission Range
- Up to 50 meters (165 feet)(2)
Data Rate
- Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) 3Mbps
Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 0.62 x 0.87 x 0.25 in. (15.9 x 22.2 x 6.3 mm)
Compliance
- FCC/CE
- RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
- IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2 Safety
Package Contents
- Sonnet Long-Range USB Bluetooth 4.0 Micro Adapter