OWC 96TB ThunderBlade X12 Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD External Storage Solution with SoftRAID
Overview
OWC ThunderBlade X12: Accelerate Your Creative Projects
The OWC ThunderBlade X12, a Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD, transforms filmmaking and editing with unparalleled speed, vast capacity, and robust reliability. Designed for professionals, this compact drive ensures your projects flow seamlessly, whether on location or in post-production.
Exceptional Speed, Exceptional Efficiency
With Thunderbolt 5 technology, the ThunderBlade X12 delivers up to 6600MB/s peak and 5990MB/s sustained write speeds across the entire volume. Ingest footage from multiple sources simultaneously: up to two CODEX Compact Drives, four CFexpress Type B, five AXS-A, seven CFexpress Type A, ten CFast 2.0, or twenty SD UHS-II V90 cards at full speed. Streamline backup workflows, significantly reduce downtime, and allow your team to stay focused on the creative process. Even with the heaviest data loads, your projects move forward without delay.
Massive Storage Capacity for Ambitious Projects
Housing 12 NVMe M.2 SSDs, the ThunderBlade X12 offers up to 96TB of space, ideal for handling vast volumes of high-resolution content. The ThunderBlade X12 handles massive 4K, 6K, 8K RAW, 12K RAW, or stereoscopic 360 VR projects. Centralise all your files in one place, simplifying data management for large-scale documentaries, narrative films, or complex VFX workflows.
Engineered for On-Set Demands
Designed with real-world production needs in mind, the ThunderBlade X12 features non-skid rubber feet and a locking power connector keep your setup stable, while OWC ClingOns (sold separately) secure Thunderbolt cables. A custom-fit ballistic hard-shell case offers added protection, making it the ideal shuttle drive for global travel.
Ultra-Quiet, Fanless Operation
The robust aluminium chassis provides passive cooling, silently maintaining peak performance without a fan. This heat-dissipating design ensures you stay productive without the distraction of mechanical noise—perfect for quiet studio environments or sensitive locations.
RAID 5 Performance with SoftRAID
Included with ThunderBlade X12 is three years of SoftRAID Premium, offering powerful tools to create, manage, and monitor advanced RAID arrays. With support for RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, and 1+0 (10), SoftRAID adds both flexibility and data protection, while predictive health monitoring alerts you to disk issues before failure, locally or remotely, ensuring data security. Supporting Apple-formatted APFS and HFS+ volumes across Mac and Windows, it meets studio standards like the 3-2-1 principle for Netflix productions.
Flexible Connectivity for Any Setup
Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports (80Gb/s) allow daisy-chaining up to five additional Thunderbolt devices or connecting a USB-C device, adapting to cameras like ARRI Alexa LF, RED V-Raptor, or Sony Venice. Certified by Intel Thunderbolt and OWC, it guarantees consistent performance and minimal setup time across diverse workflows.
Ready to Work, Certified to Perform
Every ThunderBlade X12 undergoes extensive pre-shipment testing, including a multi-hour burn-in process and full Thunderbolt certification. This ensures that your device arrives fully operational and ready for the demands of professional production, right out of the box.
- Slash production time with blazing-fast 6600MB/s peak speeds, letting you ingest footage from multiple cameras like RED V-Raptor or Sony Venice simultaneously, so your crew stays ahead of schedule
- Store 8K or 12K RAW footage on 12 NVMe M.2 SSDs, giving you the freedom to manage entire projects in one place without worrying about running out of space
- Ensure your data’s safety with SoftRAID Premium’s RAID 5 protection, using predictive health monitoring to prevent failures, so you can focus on storytelling without fear of loss
- Simplify complex edits with SoftRAID Premium’s support for RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, and 1+0 (10) volumes, allowing you to tailor performance and redundancy for your film projects
- Work seamlessly anywhere with a fanless aluminium chassis that stays cool and silent, paired with a ballistic hard-shell case, making global shoots and shuttling effortless
- Connect with ease using dual Thunderbolt 5 ports (80Gb/s) to daisy-chain up to five devices, adapting to ARRI Alexa or CFexpress cards for uninterrupted workflows
- Boost confidence with pre-tested reliability, certified by Intel Thunderbolt and OWC, ensuring your drive handles high-stakes multi-cam edits right out of the box Stay in control on set with a configurable LED that instantly shows drive status, paired with non-skid feet and a locking power connector for a secure, reliable setup
Compatibility
Compatible with the devices listed below.
MacBook Air
MacBook Pro
Mac Pro
iMac
Mac mini
Mac Studio
iMac Pro
Specifications
- Total Capacity
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- 96000GB useable capacity
- Total capacity: 98304GB
- 2304GB allocated to real-time data redundancy and error correction
- Drive Mechanism
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- 12 x 8.0TB OWC Aura Ultra IV PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive
- Drive Bays
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- 12
- Plug and Play
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- Yes
- Boot Support
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- Mac only. Boot volume must be independent from RAID volume
- Drive Format
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- Formatted as an 12 disk SoftRAID RAID 0 for Mac
- Storage Interface
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- M.2 NVMe (PCIe 4.0)
- RAID Capable
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- Yes
- Default RAID Level
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- RAID 0
- RAID Levels Supported
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- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 4, RAID 5, RAID 10
- RAID Features
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- Software RAID
- Device Ports
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- 1 x host port - Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) up to 80Gb/s
- 1 x Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports
- Display Support by Port
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- Thunderbolt 5 up to two 8K @ 120Hz or three 4K @ 144Hz via a native Thunderbolt 5 display or other displays that support USB-C connections and DisplayPort 2.1
- Data Transfer Rate (Maximum)
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- Thunderbolt 5: up to 80Gb/s
- Benchmark Speed, Read (Max)
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- Up to 6500MB/s
- Benchmark Speed, Write (Max)
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- Up to 6500MB/s
- Chipset
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- Intel JHL9480
- Host Interface Requirements
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- Thunderbolt 5 port
- Thunderbolt 4 port
- Thunderbolt 3 port (Mac only)
- USB4 port
- Mac OS Compatibility
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- macOS 14.x Sonoma
- macOS 15.x Sequoia
- PC OS Compatibility
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- Windows 10 32-bit Edition
- Windows 10 64-bit Edition
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows 11
- Other OS Compatibility
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- USB4 connections for a Chromebook or Surface require the latest version of Chrome OS
- Linux users should use the latest version of Ubuntu
- Driver Required
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- SoftRAID only
- SoftRAID automatically checks for the latest version. Launch the app and if displayed, follow prompts to complete the SoftRAID update
- Other Requirements
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- Thunderbolt 5 for Mac requires macOS 15.x or later
- Thunderbolt 5 for PC requires Windows 11 version 22H2 or later
- Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 connections on an Apple silicon Mac require macOS version 14.x or later
- Intel Mac systems require macOS 15.x and later
- Thunderbolt 3 support is Mac only and requires macOS version 15.x or later
- The SoftRAID serial number will work with both Mac and Windows but can only be active on one computer at a time. Additional seats can be purchased
- RAID 4/1+0 (10) are currently Mac only at this time
- SoftRAID works with Windows 11 or later and macOS 10.14 or later. SoftRAID is licensed per computer
- External Power Adapter
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- Yes
- Power Supply
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- External UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
- AC Input
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- 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 2.0A
- DC Output
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- +12V, 12.5A
- Wattage
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- 150W
- Certifications
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- CE, FCC, RoHS
- Dimensions
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- H: 63 x L: 236 x W: 138 mm
- Weight
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- 3900 g
What's in the box?
- 1 x OWC ThunderBlade X12 External Storage Solution
- 1 x 0.7 m Thunderbolt 5 (80Gb/s) Cable
- 1 x External Power Supply
- 1 x Power Cable
- 1 x Ballistic Hard-Shell Travel Case
- 1 x Digital Support Manual for OWC ThunderBlade X12
- 1 x 3 Years of SoftRAID Premium Access
- 1 x Digital Quick Start Guide for OWC SoftRAID
Warranty
- 3 Year Limited Warranty
Part Number
- OWCTB5TBL12X048