Tableau Forensic PCIE Bridge Write Blocker Kit T7u
Price:
$547.00
The Tableau T7u PCIe Bridge Write Blocker is a professional-grade write blocker designed for secure, read-only acquisition of PCIe solid-state drives. With transfer speeds up to 330 MB/s via USB 3.0, the T7u enables digital forensics investigators to image M.2 NVMe and PCIe SSDs without altering original evidence.
Help of this Product
The Tableau T7u PCIe Bridge is the industry standard for portable, hardware-based write blocking of modern solid-state media. As modern laptops move away from SATA and toward proprietary PCIe connectors, the T7u provides the essential bridge needed to image these drives without risking data alteration.
Key Benefits:
- Hardware-based write blocking ensures forensic integrity
- Compatible with PCIe Gen 1, 2, and 3 SSDs (x1, x2, x4 lanes)
- Plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity (no drivers required)
- Supports NVMe, AHCI, and legacy PCIe storage protocols
- Includes Tableau Forensic Bridge (TFB) software for monitoring
NOTE: The Tableau Forensic PCIe Bridge must be used in combination with one of the Tableau PCIe Adapters: Tableau PCIe Card SSD Adapter, Tableau PCIe M.2 SSD Adapter, or Tableau PCIe Adapter for Apple SSD
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
| Connectors: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Host (Left) Side | USB 3.0 | One USB 3.0 Standard-B connector |
| Device (Right) Side | PCIe | One Proprietary PCIe connector |
| Top Side | DC Input | One 5-pin Mini-DIN connector for the Tableau TP2 power supply, and one bayonet connector for the Tableau TP5 power supply. |
| Switches | |
|---|---|
| DIP Switch | The 4-position DIP switch configures user-selectable options that are not required for normal operation. See the T7u Quick Reference Guide for more information |
| User Interface | |
|---|---|
| LCD | 2 Row x 16 Column monochrome LCD character display with LED backlight |
| Buttons | Three buttons: “Menu” and “Enter” buttons for navigation, plus an “On/Off” button to control the power |
| Other Features | |
|---|---|
| Status LEDs | Six LEDs: DC IN, Power, Host (detect), Device (detect), Wrt Block (enabled), Activity |
| Compatibility | |
|---|---|
| PCIe Device | PCIe devices that comply with the AHCI standard or NVMe 1.0 specification are supported by the TDA7 family of PCIe adapters |
| Host OS | Microsoft Windows version 7, 8, 10 |
| Macintosh OS X | |
| Most modern Linux distributions (Note: Linux distributions have varying levels and quality of support for USB 3.0) |
| Physical / Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Power | 12 watts typical operating (not including PCIe device or TDA7-family adapter) |
| Supply Voltage (DC IN) | +5V @ 0.35A (max), +12V @ 0.25A (max) when powered using a Tableau TP2 power supply |
| +12V @ 0.4A (max) when using a Tableau TP5 power supply | |
| Output Voltage (DC OUT) | +12VDC @ 2.0A (max) |
| Dimensions | 5.625 in. (L) x 3.25 in. (W) x 1.125 in. (H) |
| Weight | 7.2oz (204g) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to 55 degrees C (no airflow) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20 to 60 degrees C |
| Relative Humidity | Up to 90% (non-condensing) |
Why Choose the Tableau T7u PCIe Bridge Write Blocker?
The T7u is engineered for incident response teams, law enforcement agencies, and corporate forensic labs requiring tamper-proof evidence acquisition. Unlike software-based solutions, the T7u provides hardware-enforced write protection that cannot be bypassed by malware or operating system vulnerabilities.
Forensic Applications
- Data Breach Investigations: Acquire compromised SSDs from servers and workstations
- Malware Analysis: Image infected PCIe drives for sandbox testing
- eDiscovery: Preserve electronic evidence for legal proceedings
- Incident Response: Rapid on-site acquisition of NVMe storage
Technical Superiority
The device supports PCIe lane widths from x1 to x4, automatically negotiating with the target SSD for optimal performance. The T7u’s firmware-level write blocking operates independently of the host operating system, making it compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux forensic workstations.
What’s Included
- Tableau T7u PCIe Bridge unit
- USB 3.0 Type-B cable (3 ft)
- PCIe slot adapter bracket
- Tableau Forensic Bridge software license
- Quick start guide and warranty documentation
