Model: STLG36000400
from $1,199
Storage: 2 x 18TB
5 configurations available
The LaCie 2big Dock is a 2-bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID array, preconfigured with two 18TB SATA III 3.5" HDDs for a total storage capacity of 36TB. This device supports RAID modes 0, 1, and JBOD, offering transfer rates of up to 550 MB/s in RAID 0. It features two Thunderbolt 3 ports, one USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 port, and a DisplayPort 1.4, alongside integrated media card slots for SD/SDHC/SDXC, CFast 2.0, and CFexpress. Designed for creative professionals, the 2big Dock provides high-capacity storage and versatile connectivity for workflows on both Windows 10 or later and macOS 10.12 or later systems.
Buy based on the software ecosystem (e.g. Available from $1,199.
NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices run 24/7, making power consumption a steady, though low, cost. The real ongoing expense is replacing hard drives as they fail or filling empty bays to expand storage.
Common Failure Modes
Hard drive failure is the most common issue, which is why NAS uses RAID redundancy to prevent data loss. Fan failures and power brick deaths are the primary hardware issues for the enclosure itself.
Buy based on the software ecosystem (e.g., Synology DSM) and the number of drive bays you need for redundancy and future expansion. CPU power matters greatly if you plan to run media servers like Plex.
The NAS enclosure itself can last a decade. However, the hard drives inside are consumable and typically need replacing every few years depending on workload.
The LaCie 36TB 2big Dock 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array (2 x 18TB) is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,199.
NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices run 24/7, making power consumption a steady, though low, cost. The real ongoing expense is replacing hard drives as they fail or filling empty bays to expand storage.
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