OWC ThunderBay 4 Enclosure (Thunderbolt 3 Model) with four 3.5" Drive Bays and Dual Thunderbolt 3 Ports
Overview
OWC ThunderBay 4 Enclosure - Thunderbolt 3 Model
Experience the pinnacle of data management with the OWC ThunderBay 4, our flagship 4-bay RAID powerhouse, now faster than ever with Thunderbolt 3 technology reaching speeds up to 1550MB/s. This high-performance storage solution is designed for both 2.5" and 3.5" drives, featuring a redesigned chassis for enhanced cooling and quieter operation.
Empower Your Creativity
Unleash your potential with the ThunderBay 4, engineered to maximise Thunderbolt 3's capabilities. Whether editing 4K video, managing large photo libraries, or designing complex 3D models, ThunderBay 4 provides the flexibility to adapt to any workflow. Configure with HDDs for vast storage or SSDs for top speed, and set your desired RAID for an optimal mix of speed and redundancy.
Rigorously Tested for Optimal Performance
Each unit undergoes a stringent multi-hour "burn-in" testing phase to ensure reliability from the moment it arrives at your door. Designed to meet the demands of professional environments, ThunderBay 4 delivers dependable performance when you need it most.
Advanced Cooling Technology
Keep your drives cool and extend their lifespan with our advanced cooling technology. ThunderBay 4 features a flow-through vented design and a large, quiet 92 mm fan that minimises turbulence and noise, ensuring your data is stored in an optimal environment.
Expand Your Capabilities
Link up to six ThunderBay 4 enclosures for colossal storage capacity and enhanced performance. This scalability is perfect for growing media libraries and intensive data applications.
Designed to Dampen Vibration
Minimise vibration and noise with ThunderBay 4's sophisticated isolating design. Enhanced with oversized, rugged, non-skid feet that absorb vibration, your drives and data stay secure and stable at all times.
Seamless Connectivity and Display Integration
Connect effortlessly with dual Thunderbolt 3 ports that not only link to additional storage solutions but also support high-resolution displays up to 4K, integrating seamlessly into your digital workspace.
- Skyrocket your productivity with speeds up to 1550MB/s
- Effortlessly manage large files with expansive RAID configurations
- Adapt seamlessly with compatibility for both 2.5" and 3.5" drives
- Experience quieter operations with redesigned cooling technology
- Enhance workflow with dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for multi-display support
- Protect your investment with rigorous performance certification
- Scale your storage to new heights by chaining multiple units
- Preserve drive longevity with advanced, low-noise cooling
- Minimise disruption with vibration-dampening design
- Increase efficiency with plug-and-play setup and use
- Stay ahead with cutting-edge Thunderbolt 3 technology
Compatibility
Compatible with the devices listed below.
MacBook Air
MacBook Pro
Mac Pro
iMac
Mac mini
iMac Pro
Specifications
- Software Requirements
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- macOS 10.12 or later
- Windows 10 or later
- Hardware Requirements
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- Mac or PC featuring Thunderbolt 3 interface
- Mac or PC featuring Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 interface
- Interface (Chipset)
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- 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (Intel DSL6540)
- 1 x DisplayPort
- Max Transfer Rate
- Thunderbolt 3: 40 Gb/s (5000 MB/s)
- JBOD / RAID Support
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- JBOD: Utilize each of the four drives independently
- RAID: Use the included SoftRAID software RAID to setup the ThunderBay 4 for RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, and 10
- Drives Supported
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- 4 x 3.5" SATA 6Gb/s drives (or)
- 4 x 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s drives
- SATA revision 3.0 (6Gb/s) compliant
- Compatible with SATA revisions 2.0 (3Gb/s) and 1.0 (1.5Gb/s)
- Kensington Lock Slot
- Yes
- LED
- Yes (Power and disk activity)
- Plug and Play
- Yes
- Power Supply
- AC input: 100 - 230V
- Dimensions
- H: 17.7 mm x W: 13.5 mm x L: 24.5 mm
- Weight
- 3.9kg
What's in the box?
- 1 x OWC ThunderBay 4 high performance hard drive enclosure with Thunderbolt 3
- 1 x 2m Thunderbolt 3 cable
- 1 x External power cable
- 2 x Security Keys
- 1 x ThunderBay 4 Quick Start Guide
Warranty
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
Part Number
- OWCTB3IVKIT000