{"product_id":"owc-thunderbay-4-4-drive-thunderbolt-ext-storage-w-enterprice-drives-softraid-xt-32tb-4x8tb","title":"OWC ThunderBay 4 (4-Drive Thunderbolt Ext. Storage w\/Enterprise Drives \u0026 SoftRAID XT) 32TB (4x8TB)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeed, flexibility, convenienceFlexible: Mix and match 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch HDDs and SSDsVersatility: Two Thunderbolt ports, so you can daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devicesSpeed: Peak performance of up to 1164 MB\/s (RAID 0)See more: Connect up to a 4K display via DisplayPort 1.2Easy: Offers the same functionality and performance as Thunderbolt 3 and 4 devicesConvenient: Built-in power supply eliminates the hassle of a bulky power brickComplete: Includes SoftRAID XT: Robust software for creating, monitoring, and managing advanced RAID setsOWC 5-year limited warrantyThe \"right\" RAID for all your storage needsWhen two bays are clearly not enough for your storage needs, and eight bays seem a bit ambitious for the moment, enter the ThunderBay 4. This \"just right\" Goldilocks of storage solutions offers space, speed, and flexibility you can use for both your current and future needs. There's a reason ThunderBay 4 is the most popular multi-bay RAID storage solution. You can use a variety of 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch drives to store and back up your everyday digital files, all the way to streaming compressed 4K video. With two Thunderbolt ports, it gives you the power to move it all. And ThunderBay 4 is easy to configure to perfectly match your storage needs. You can use each drive independently, or with OWC SoftRAID XT, you can configure your setup with the optimal balance of performance and data redundancy. Get the most out of your storage, eliminate bottlenecks in your workflow, and do more with a ThunderBay 4.**Cool. Fast. Powerful. **Each populated ThunderBay 4 solution undergoes OWC's multi-hour \"burn-in\" performance certification procedure prior to shipment. This ensures that the ThunderBay 4 arrives at its destination fully functional and ready for demanding use. Time-tested Cooling Built on OWC's time-tested case cooling technology, the ThunderBay 4 uses an open flow-thru design with an oversized 92mm low-turbulence, quiet fan to keep your drives cool and reliable. Vibration Damping The ThunderBay 4's drive isolation design reduces sonic resonance and is aided by oversized, rugged, vibration-absorbing anti-slip feet. Multi-Drive Cascade up to six ThunderBay 4s' for massive storage capacities and increased performance, or connect multiple ThunderBay 4s' to multiple Thunderbolt 3 ports for exponential speed capabilities. Gain a 4K Perspective With a dedicated DisplayPort 1.2, the ThunderBay 4 lets you add the crisp, clear perspective of a display 4K to your workflow. Whether you're in your home office or on a mobile studio job, you can see your work in all its detail just a connection away. Use it to free up your laptop port so you can quickly plug in and unplug. \"The 'supply chain' that always delivers\" With two Thunderbolt ports, ThunderBay 4 lets you daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices and displays, freeing up the Thunderbolt ports on your laptop or desktop for other uses. Learn more about connecting multiple Thunderbolt devices to your computer with this easy-to-navigate infographic.SoftRAID: RAID Made EasyUnleash the full potential of your OWC drive array with included SoftRAID XT, the most powerful and intuitive RAID management software on the market for macOS and Windows. SoftRAID's RAID creation and management technology has been refined to perfection with over 20 years of development to provide rock-solid protection for your data and optimize drive performance.SoftRAID XT offers an unbeatable combination of speed, protection, and compatibility:Advanced: Create RAID 0\/1\/4\/5\/5\/1\/1+0 (10) arrays**Protected: **SoftRAID Monitor constantly monitors your drives and alerts you if problems are detectedValidated: Volume validation ensures sectors are readable and parity is correctCertified: Checks drives before use to ensure they are safe for data storageVigilant: Error prediction helps protect against unexpected failuresUniversal: Move SoftRAID arrays seamlessly between Macs and PCs2 with built-in OWC MacDrive technologyBeyond hardware RAIDSoftRAID delivers a level of storage performance that you simply can't get with hardware RAID. SoftRAID gives you the power and control over your RAID drives and disks that hardware RAID can't provide, and doesn't lock you into a technology you can't upgrade or expand. Workflow and Storage Solutions for Professionals Whether you're finishing and mastering, creating proxies, or working with cutting-edge VFX and AR, you need reliable technology that can keep up with your demands. OWC's workflow and storage solutions cover every angle, offering blazing speed, capacity for all five RAID levels, and bonus features like the freedom to daisy-chain and hot-swap. Use the table to find the perfect fit for your workflow and data storage. Thunderbolt Made Easy We make choosing the right gear easy. Our Thunderbolt-certified products offer the same performance and functionality, whether they're Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4. And if you have a Thunderbolt 2 machine, there's an adapter to connect you to OWC's world of award-winning solutions. No hassle, no confusion. That's the OWC difference. Thunderbolt 2\/Thunderbolt compatibility requires a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable (available separately). This configuration provides data transfer at up to 20Gb\/s, but does not support notebook charging. RAID 4\/1+0 (10) are Mac-only at this time. SoftRAID XT works with macOS 10.12 or later and Windows 10 or later. M1 Macs require macOS 11.3 or later. SoftRAID is licensed for each computer. 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