Connect to an external graphics card (eGPU) 5 min

Olares One supports connecting external graphics cards (eGPU) to boost performance for gaming, AI model training, etc.

Power off before connecting

Do not hot-swap the external GPU.

Olares One does not support connecting or disconnecting the external GPU while the system is running. Doing so might cause system crashes, data loss, or hardware damage.

Always shut down Olares One completely before connecting or disconnecting the device.

Prerequisites

Hardware

• The external GPU must support the Thunderbolt 5 protocol and be compatible with Ubuntu/Linux environments.
• Ensure the external GPU has its own independent power source connected.

Compatibility

The external GPU must be compatible with Linux (Ubuntu). Unsupported devices might not be recognized by the system.

Step 1: Connect the eGPU

1. Open Settings, and select My hardware > Shutdown.

2. Scan the displayed QR code using the LarePass app. When the prompt appears in the app, tap Confirm to shut down Olares One.

3. Once Olares One is fully powered off, plug the cable from your external GPU into the USB-C port on Olares One.

4. Press the power button to turn on Olares One.

Step 2: Verify connection

To verify that the external graphics card is recognized:

1. Log in to Olares, and open Dashboard.
2. Select the GPU card. You should see your external card listed alongside the internal GPU.

Disconnect the eGPU

To safely remove the eGPU:

1. Shut down Olares One completely using the steps above.
2. Turn off the power to the external GPU.
3. Unplug the USB-C cable from Olares One.
4. Press the power button to turn on Olares One.