OWC ThunderBay 4 RAID - External RAID Enclosure - SATA - 40 Gb/s - USB - Black

The OWC ThunderBay 4 RAID is a high-performance external RAID enclosure designed for professionals who require reliable, fast, and flexible storage. With four drive bays supporting both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA drives, this enclosure offers hardware RAID support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, SPAN, and JBOD configurations. Featuring Thunderbolt 3 connectivity with 40 Gb/s speed, it also includes a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port and a DisplayPort 1.2 for 4K video output. The aluminum construction and quiet cooling fan ensure durability and efficient thermal management.

Advantages

Experience blazing-fast data transfers with Thunderbolt 3, daisy-chain up to 6 devices, and enjoy versatile RAID options for data protection or performance. The built-in hardware RAID controller offloads processing from your computer, ensuring consistent performance. The enclosure is compatible with macOS and Windows, making it a versatile solution for cross-platform workflows.

Suitable for

• Video editors and content creators needing high-speed storage for 4K/8K footage
• Photographers requiring reliable backup and large capacity
• IT professionals seeking a robust RAID solution for data redundancy
• Audio engineers working with large sample libraries

Key specifications

• Enclosure Type: External RAID Enclosure
• Drive Bays: 4 x 2.5-inch/3.5-inch SATA III (6 Gb/s)
• External Interface: Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s), 1x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x DisplayPort 1.2
• RAID Levels: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, SPAN, JBOD
• RAID Controller: Hardware RAID
• Material: Aluminum
• Cooling: Quiet Cooling Fan
• Power Supply: Internal Universal Power Supply
• OS Compatibility: macOS 10.12+, Windows 10+
• Color: Black

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with Thunderbolt 3 enabled computers. The enclosure supports daisy-chaining up to 6 Thunderbolt devices. For RAID 5 or 10, use drives of identical capacity and speed.