OWC ThunderBay 4 32TB 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array (4 X 8TB) OWCTB3SRE32.0S For Sale

OWC ThunderBay 4 32TB 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array (4 X 8TB) OWCTB3SRE32.0S
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OWC ThunderBay 4 32TB 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array (4 X 8TB) OWCTB3SRE32.0S:
$850.00

COMES IN ORIGINAL BOX WITH ALL ORIGINAL CABLES. SoftRAID 7XT INCLUDED.RETAILS FOR $1800 NEW.Key Features
  • 4 x 8TB 3.5" 7200 rpm Enterprise HDD
  • 4 x 3.5" SATA III 6 Gb/s Drive Bays
  • 2 x Thunderbolt 3 | 1 x DisplayPort 1.2
  • Supports RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, 1+0, and JBOD
  • Pre-Configured as RAID 5
  • Includes SoftRAID XT Software
  • Read Speed: up to 1083 MB/s
  • Write Speed: up to 1164 MB/s
  • Windows and Mac Compatible
ThisThunderBay 4 32TB 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID ArrayfromOWC / Other World Computingis pre-configured with four 8TB Toshiba N300 Enterprise-grade drives pre-configured in RAID 5 via included SoftRAID XT software, which provides a balance of performance and data redundancy. With two Thunderbolt 3 ports featuring transfer speeds of up to 40 Gb/s, it's suitable for a wide variety of workflows, such as video and photo editing, audio production, and much more. If needed, Thunderbolt 3 connectivity also supports daisy-chaining with up to six devices as well as DisplayPort equipped displays. Using the SoftRAID XT software, you can reconfigure these drives from RAID 5 to alternate configurations including RAID 0, 1, 4, 1+0 (10), and JBOD. When configured in RAID 0, the ThunderBay 8 features read speeds of up to 1083 MB/s and write speeds of up to 1164 MB/s.
Cool, Fast, and EmpoweringEach populated ThunderBay 4 solution undergoes OWC's multi-hour drive burn-in performance certification procedure prior to shipping. This ensures your ThunderBay 4 arrives operating properly and ready for demanding use. And OWC Enterprise Drive solutions are feature Enterprise class drives with robust technologies that provide maximum drive endurance and data reliability.Time-Tested CoolingBuilt on OWC's time-tested enclosure cooling technology, the ThunderBay 4 utilizes an open flow-thru vented design with an oversized 92mm, low-turbulence, noise-quieting fan to keep the drives running cool and reliably.Vibration DampenedThe ThunderBay 4s' drive-isolating design reduces sonic resonance and is aided by oversized, rugged, vibration-absorbing, non-skid feet.Multi-DriveDaisy-chain up to six ThunderBays for massive storage capabilities and increased performance, or connect multiple ThunderBays to multiple Thunderbolt 3 ports to achieve exponential speed capabilities.Gain a 4K PerspectiveWith a dedicated DisplayPort 1.2, ThunderBay 4 empowers you to add the fresh, crisp perspective of a 4K display to your workflow. Whether in your home office or on a mobile studio job, seeing your work in full detail is just one connection away. Use it to free up your laptop port so you can dock in and out quick.The "Supply Chain" That Always DeliversWith two Thunderbolt ports, the ThunderBay 4 lets you daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices and displays while keeping Thunderbolt ports on your laptop or desktop free for other uses. You can learn more about how to connect multiple Thunderbolt devices to your computer with this easy-to-flow infographic.SoftRAID: RAID Made EasyHarness the full capability of your OWC drive array with the included SoftRAID XT, the most powerful, intuitive RAID management software on the market for macOS and Windows. SoftRAID's RAID creation and management technology has been finely tuned to perfection with over 20 years of development to provide rock solid protection of your data and optimize drive performance.
SoftRAID XT provides a combination of speed, protection, and compatibility:

  • Advanced: Create RAID 0/1/4/5/1+0 (10) arrays
  • Protected: SoftRAID Monitor constantly watches your disks and alerts you if problems are detected
  • Validated: Volume validation ensures sectors can be read and parity is correct
  • Certified: Checks disks before use to ensure they are safe for data storage
  • Vigilant: Error prediction helps protect against unexpected failure
  • Universal: Move SoftRAID arrays seamlessly between Mac and PC2 with built-in OWC MacDrive technology

Beyond Hardware RAIDSoftRAID provides a level of storage performance that you simply can't get with hardware RAID. SoftRAID gives you increased power and control over your RAID drives and disks that hardware RAID can't deliver and doesn't lock you into technology that you can't upgrade or expand.Workflow and Storage Solutions for ProsWhether you're finishing and mastering, creating proxies, or working with state-of-the-art VFX and AR, you need dependable tech that keeps pace with your demands. OWC workflow and storage solutions cover every angle, delivering blazing speed, capacity for all five levels of RAID, and bonus features like the freedom to daisy-chain and hot-swap.Thunderbolt Made EasyOWC makes it easy to choose the right gear. Their Thunderbolt-certified products offer the same performance and functionality whether they are Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4. And if you're rocking a beloved Thunderbolt 2 machine, they offer an adapter so you can plug into their universe of solutions. No hassles, no confusion. That's the OWC Difference.Storage Capacity32 TBIncluded Drives4x 8 TB 3.5" HDDInterfaceSATA IIINumber of Bays4x 2.5"/3.5" SATA IIIInputs/Outputs2x USB-C Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s)
1x DisplayPort 1.2RAIDRAID 0/1/5/JBODDrivesStorage Capacity32 TBIncluded Drives4x 8 TB 3.5" HDDCache Memory per Drive256 MBInitial RAID ConfigurationRAID 5InterfaceSATA IIIRotational Speed7200 rpmGeneralNumber of Bays4x 2.5"/3.5" SATA IIIInputs/Outputs2x USB-C Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s)
1x DisplayPort 1.2
Form FactorDesktopRAIDRAID 0/1/5/JBODBridge ChipsetASMedia ASM1062
Intel DSL6540Hot-Swap SupportYesTransfer Rates1083 MB/s (Read in RAID 0)
1164 MB/s (Write in RAID 0)
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