OWC ThunderBay 4 Mini 8TB 4-Bay RAID Enclosure Thunderbolt 3 Black

The OWC ThunderBay 4 Mini is a professional-grade 4-drive HDD enclosure designed for Mac and Windows PC users who require high-capacity, high-speed storage in a compact form factor. With Thunderbolt 3 connectivity offering up to 40 Gb/s data transfer rates, this enclosure is ideal for creative professionals, IT administrators, and anyone needing reliable external storage for demanding workflows.

Advantages

Featuring four 2.5-inch drive bays with SATA III interface, the ThunderBay 4 Mini supports software RAID configurations including JBOD, RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 via macOS or OWC SoftRAID. Its aluminum construction ensures durability and efficient heat dissipation, while the quiet cooling fan maintains optimal operating temperatures. The dual Thunderbolt 3 ports allow daisy-chaining up to five additional Thunderbolt devices and support one 4K display, making it a versatile hub for your workspace.

Suitable for

• Video editors and photographers needing fast, redundant storage for large media files
• IT professionals requiring reliable backup and data archiving solutions
• Home users seeking expandable storage for gaming libraries or multimedia collections

Key specifications

• Brand: OWC
• Model: OWCTB3QMSR08T5
• EAN: 810586032384
• Product Type: 4-Bay RAID Enclosure
• Drive Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Number of Drive Bays: 4
• Internal Drive Interface: SATA 6Gb/s (SATA III)
• External Host Interface: 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 40 Gb/s
• RAID Support: Software RAID (JBOD, RAID 0, 1, 5, 10)
• Material: Aluminum
• Cooling: Quiet cooling fan
• Power Supply: External AC Adapter
• Operating System Compatibility: macOS 10.12 or later, Windows 10 or later
• Color: Black
• Security: Kensington Lock Slot
• Included Cables: Thunderbolt 3 cable

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use OWC SoftRAID software to configure your RAID array. The ThunderBay 4 Mini is an excellent choice for users who need a compact, high-performance storage solution with Thunderbolt 3 speed and flexibility.