FANTEC QB-X8U31 8-Bay 3.5 inch SATA HDD USB 3.1 Type-C 10G External Hard Drive Array (Black)

The FANTEC QB-X8U31 is a high-performance 8-bay external hard drive array designed for professionals who require massive, reliable storage. With support for up to 8x 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and a blazing-fast USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C interface delivering 10 Gbit/s, this enclosure is ideal for data-intensive applications such as video editing, server backups, and media archives.

Advantages

• Eight hot-swappable drive bays for easy maintenance and scalability
• USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C connectivity with up to 10 Gbit/s transfer speed
• Supports multiple RAID modes (JBOD, 0, 1, 5, 10, Clone) for data redundancy or performance
• Durable aluminum construction with active cooling fan for reliable operation
• Key lock security to prevent unauthorized drive removal
• UASP support for enhanced performance under Windows, macOS, and Linux

Suitable for

• Creative professionals handling large video/photo files
• IT administrators needing centralized backup storage
• Home users with extensive media libraries
• Small businesses requiring cost-effective RAID storage

Key specifications

• Drive Bays: 8x 3.5-inch SATA I/II/III HDD
• External Interface: USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (10 Gbit/s)
• RAID Modes: JBOD, RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, Clone
• Max Storage: 128 TB (8 x 16 TB)
• Enclosure Material: Aluminum
• Cooling: Active fan
• Hot-Swap: Yes
• LED Indicators: Power, HDD Activity, RAID Status
• Security: Key lock
• Power Supply: Internal AC adapter

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use enterprise-grade SATA HDDs and ensure your system supports USB 3.1 Gen 2. The QB-X8U31 is a robust solution for demanding storage needs.