Model: PPR8XXX10BS04U
from $19,199
Storage: 8 x 4TB
2 configurations available
The Promise Technology PegasusPro R8 is an 8-bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID array designed for demanding creative workflows. This robust storage solution comes equipped with 32TB of capacity across eight 4TB SATA III SSDs and features a 6-core Intel Core i5-8500 processor with 32GB DDR4 RAM. With dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, four 10GbE RJ45 ports, and support for RAID modes 0, 1, 5, 6, 50, and 60, it provides high-speed data access and flexible data protection for professionals working with large files on Windows or macOS systems.
Buy based on the software ecosystem (e.g. Available from $19,199.
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 Promise Technology PegasusPro R8 32TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array (8 x 4TB) is available at bhphoto, starting at $19,199.
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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