Overview
OWC Mercury Elite Pro Quad: The Ultimate Storage Solution
Unleash the full potential of your digital workspace with the OWC Mercury Elite Pro Quad. This powerhouse storage enclosure is meticulously engineered to cater to the demanding needs of professionals and enthusiasts alike, offering unparalleled USB connectivity, versatile drive compatibility, and superior SoftRAID functionality, all encased within a sleek, noise-reducing aluminium design.
Unmatched USB-C Flexibility
Equipped with a state-of-the-art USB-C interface, the Mercury Elite Pro Quad delivers lightning-fast 10Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 2 bandwidth. Whether you're using a Mac or Windows PC, Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C, this enclosure ensures peak performance and seamless connectivity. For those with legacy USB ports, fear not—the included USB-C to USB-A cable guarantees backward compatibility, ensuring your setup remains cutting-edge.
Expansive Storage Without Sacrifices
Don't let storage limitations stifle your creativity or productivity. With the ability to accommodate both 2.5" and 3.5" drives, the Mercury Elite Pro Quad offers up to an astonishing 48TB of storage capacity. This remarkable flexibility means you'll never have to compromise on space, whether for intensive video projects, large-scale photo libraries, or extensive data archives.
Crafted for the Demanding Professional
The Mercury Elite Pro Quad isn't just about performance; it's about creating a work environment that prioritises efficiency and comfort. Designed by professionals for professionals, its aluminium enclosure not only dissipates heat effectively but also operates with whisper-quiet acoustics. Vibration-absorbing feet and front-facing LEDs enhance your working conditions, while security features like a front panel lock and Kensington slot safeguard your valuable data. Moreover, each drive-equipped model is rigorously tested to meet OWC's exacting performance standards, giving you peace of mind and reliability you can count on.
- Expand your digital workspace with unparalleled storage capacity
- Experience lightning-fast data transfers for increased productivity
- Enjoy universal compatibility with USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 devices
- Seamlessly integrate into any setup with backward compatibility
- Store more with up to 48TB in a compact, four-bay enclosure
- Benefit from SoftRAID's advanced features for peak performance
- Work in peace with a whisper-quiet, heat-dissipating design
- Protect your data with robust security features and durable construction
- Trust in OWC's reliability with rigorous performance testing
Compatibility
Compatible with the devices listed below.
MacBook
MacBook Air
MacBook Pro
Mac Pro
iMac
Mac mini
Mac Studio
Specifications
- Drive Bays
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- 4 bays supporting: 2.5-inch SATA drives, 3.5-inch SATA drives
- Mechanisms Supported
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- 4 x 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SATA drives
- RAID Capable
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- Yes
- RAID Levels Supported
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- JBOD
- RAID Features
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- Software RAID
- Device Ports
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- 1 x host port - USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) up to 10Gb/s (1250MB/s) - USB 2.0/3.0 backwards compatible
- Data Transfer Rate (Max)
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- USB 3.2 Gen 2: up to 10 Gb/s (or 1250 MB/s)
- Chipset / Controller
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- USB 3.1 Gen 2: 1 x Via Labs VLI-822
- SATA: 4 x ASMedia ASM-235CM
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
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- Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
- Host Interface Requirements
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- USB (USB-C or USB-A) or Thunderbolt (USB-C) port
- Mac OS Compatibility
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- Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
- Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
- Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
- OS X 10.9 Mavericks
- OS X 10.10 Yosemite
- OS X 10.11 El Capitan
- macOS 10.12 Sierra
- macOS 10.13 High Sierra
- macOS 10.14 Mojave
- macOS 10.15 Catalina
- macOS 11.x Big Sur
- macOS 12.x Monterey
- macOS 13.x Ventura
- macOS 14.x Sonoma
- macOS 15.x Sequoia
- PC OS Compatibility
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- Windows 7 32-bit Edition
- Windows 7 64-bit Edition
- Windows Home Server 2011
- Windows 8 32-bit Edition
- Windows 8 64-bit Edition
- Windows 8.1 32-bit Edition
- Windows 8.1 64-bit Edition
- Windows Server 2012
- Windows 10 32-bit Edition
- Windows 10 64-bit Edition
- Windows Server 2019r
- Windows Server 2016
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows 11
- Power Supply
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- Internal UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
- AC Input
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- 100-240V, 50-60Hz
- DC Output
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- +12V, 10A
- Wattage
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- 120W
- Security Slot
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- Yes
- Cooling
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- 1 x 92mm temperature-controlled cooling fan
- Certifications
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- CE, FCC
- REACH Certification
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- Yes
- TAA Certification
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- Yes
- Dimensions
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- H: 185 x L: 240 x W: 135 mm
- Weight
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- 3600 g
What's in the box?
- 1 x OWC Mercury Elite Pro Quad
- 1 x USB-C to USB-C Cable
- 1 x USB-C to USB-A Cable
- 1 x External Power Cable
- 2 x Security Keys for Front Panel Lock
- 1 x Quick Start Guide
Warranty
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
Part Number
- OWCMEQCTJB000