16.0TB OWC ThunderBay 8 Eight-Drive Thunderbolt External Storage Solution with SoftRAID

SKU
OWCTB38SRT016
$1,479.99
SKU
OWCTB38SRT016
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Key features

  • Compact in size but massive in performance. Provides sufficient external data storage, with ultra-fast data transfer speeds and configurable modes.
  • Featuring Non-RAID Mode - Data reliability, fault tolerance, and enhanced performance through jbod
  • Delivers long-lasting performance with reliability and efficiency
Drives
Storage Capacity 16 TB
Included Drives 8 x 2 TB 3.5'' HDD
Initial RAID Configuration RAID 5
Interface SATA
General
Number of Bays 8 x 2.5''/3.5''
I/O 2 x USB Type-C (Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s))
1 x DisplayPort (DisplayPort 1.2)
Compatible Drive Interface SATA
Form Factor Desktop
RAID RAID 0, 0+1, 1, 4, 5, JBOD
Hot-Swap Support Yes
Transfer Rates 2586 MB/s (Read/Write)
Software
OS Compatibility Windows 10
macOS 10.13
macOS 10.14
macOS 10.15
*As of February, 2020: check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Security
Security Features Kensington Security Slot, Lockable Bay Door
Electrical
AC Input Power 115 to 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 1.8 to 3.5 A
Power Source Internal Power Supply
Environmental
Operating Temperature 41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C
Storage Temperature -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C
Certifications BSMI, CE, FCC, RCM, VCCI, as per Manufacturer
Physical
Status Monitoring LED Indicator
Cooling 1 x 92 mm Fan
Dimensions 10.2 x 9.4 x 7.1'' / 26 x 24 x 18 cm
Weight 16.1 lb / 7.3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight 30.835 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 18.9 x 18.2 x 17''

OWC ThunderBay 8 16TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID 5 Array (8 x 2TB)
Thunderbolt 3 Cable
External Power Cable
2 x Security Keys
SoftRAID XT

Get enough drive space for your raw, 4K, large-format, and VR workflows with the ThunderBay 8 16TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID 5 Array with from OWC / Other World Computing. Compatible with Windows and Mac systems, the ThunderBay 8 features dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, which use USB Type-C connectors. There is also a DisplayPort 1.2 port for connecting to a 4K display.

The ThunderBay 8 has eight drive bays, which support both 2.5'' and 3.5'' hard drives (2.5'' HDDs do not need adapters). This particular ThunderBay 8 model comes with eight 2TB drives for 16TB of total storage capacity. The included drives are configured in RAID 5. Using the SoftRAID XT software, you can reconfigure these drives from RAID 5 to alternate configurations including RAID 0, 1, 4, 1+0, and JBOD.

General Features

Thunderbolt 3

Thunderbolt 3 is a hardware interface that uses the reversible USB Type-C connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB 3.1 at up to 10 Gb/s, and a dual-bandwidth DisplayPort 1.2 allows you to connect up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single Thunderbolt 3 port.

RAID and JBOD Support

The ThunderBay 8 comes preconfigured in RAID 5, but also supports RAID 0, 1, 4, and 1+0 as well as JBOD.

Cooling

The Thunderbay 8 uses an oversized 92mm fan to keep the drives running cool and reliably.

Multi-Drive

Daisy chain up to six ThunderBay 8s for more storage capabilities and increased performance or connect multiple ThunderBay 8s to multiple Thunderbolt 3 ports to achieve higher speeds.
BrandOWC
ConditionNew
ColorsBlack
Storage
Storage16 TB
Charging and Expansion
Power SourceInternal Power Supply
Audio
Noise CancelingYes
Operating Requirements
Storage Temperature-4 to 140%26deg;F / -20 to 60%26deg;C
Size and Weight
Dimensions10.2 x 9.4 x 7.1" / 26 x 24 x 18%26nbsp;cm
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)18.9 x 18.2 x 17"
In the Box
Box ContentsOWC ThunderBay 8 16TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID 5 Array (8 x 2TB)
Thunderbolt 3 Cable
External Power Cable
2 x Security Keys
SoftRAID XT
Electronics
GPSYes
Lock SlotYes
Form FactorDesktop
Beamforming SupportYes
WarrantyLimited 3-Year Warranty
CertificationsBSMI, CE, FCC, RCM, VCCI, as per Manufacturer

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