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The OWC Gemini 1TB 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array is a versatile external storage solution designed for demanding workflows. It features two pre-installed 480GB SATA III SSDs, offering a total of 1TB storage capacity, and connects via dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for rapid 40 Gb/s data transfer. This array also includes two USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 ports, an HDMI output, a 2.5GbE Ethernet port, and an SD card reader, making it suitable for professionals needing high-speed storage and expanded connectivity for their Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, or Chrome OS systems.
Buy based on the software ecosystem (e.g. Available from $699.99.
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 OWC Gemini 1TB 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Array (2 x 480GB) is available at bhphoto, starting at $699.99.
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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