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The LaCie 2big 2-Bay USB 3.1 Type-C RAID Array is a high-capacity external storage solution designed for demanding creative workflows. This 48TB model comes pre-configured with two 24TB SATA III 3.5" HDDs in RAID 0, offering impressive transfer rates of up to 440 MB/s via its USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 interface. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD modes, providing flexibility for either speed or data redundancy, and is compatible with macOS 10.12 or later and Windows 10.
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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 48TB 2big 2-Bay USB 3.1 Type-C RAID Array is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,349.
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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