Model: OWCTB3F1U1N028
from $2,829.99
Color: 3 x 8TB HDDs + 1 x 4TB SSD
24 configurations available
The OWC 28TB Flex 1U4 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Storage Array is a versatile external storage solution designed for demanding creative workflows. This unit features a robust 28TB capacity, configured with three 8TB SATA III HDDs and one 4TB U.2 SSD, offering a blend of high capacity and rapid access speeds up to 5000 MB/s. Connectivity is extensive, including two Thunderbolt 3 ports, multiple USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 ports, and a DisplayPort 1.4, making it ideal for professionals requiring high-speed data transfer and expansion capabilities with macOS systems.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking. Available from $2,829.99.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
Common Failure Modes
SSDs have no moving parts, making them immune to physical shock. Failures occur through flash memory wear-out from writing massive amounts of data or sudden controller death.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking.
SSDs have a finite number of write cycles, usually measured in Terabytes Written (TBW). For average consumers, this limit takes many years to reach.
The OWC 28TB Flex 1U4 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Storage Array (3 x 8TB HDDs + 1 x 4TB SSD) is available at bhphoto, starting at $2,829.99.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
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