Model: SDPH34H-048T-NBAAB
from $3,114.99
Storage: 4 x 12TB
6 configurations available
The SanDisk Professional G-RAID Shuttle 4 is a 4-bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID array designed for demanding creative workflows. This robust storage solution comes pre-configured with four 12TB SATA III HDDs, offering a substantial 48TB capacity and supporting RAID modes 0, 1, 5, 10, and JBOD, with RAID 5 set as default for optimal balance of performance and data protection. With read speeds up to 1000 MB/s and write speeds up to 1100 MB/s in RAID 0, and dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, it provides the speed and connectivity essential for professionals working with large media files on macOS 11 or later and Windows 10 or later systems.
Buy based on the software ecosystem (e.g. Available from $3,114.99.
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 SanDisk Professional G-RAID Shuttle 4 48TB 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array (4 x 12TB) is available at bhphoto, starting at $3,114.99.
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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