Streamline your demanding workflow with the SymplySpark XT Desktop 112TB 8-Bay Portable RAID Array (8 x 14TB) from Symply. Designed with content creators in mind, this 8-bay RAID enclosure includes eight enterprise-class multi-actuator 14TB hard drives, which can be configured in RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and JBOD modes to optimize performance and security for your needs, including 4K and 8K media workflows. The portable RAID tower has two 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 connectors, which both provide 60W of power delivery. This portable RAID enclosure features wheels on the bottom of the impact-resistant case and weighs about 13 lb without the drives. In addition to the drives being hot-swappable, the fans and power supply are also hot swappable, making it simple to replace integral components of this RAID array when needed. The SymplySpark XT is compatible with both macOS and Windows.

Please note that this RAID array comes in a carton. The case is not included.

112TB Capacity    8 x 14TB Multi-Actuator HDDs    8 x Drive Bays    2 x Thunderbolt 3 Ports    Up to 2336 MB/s Read Speed    Up to 1896 MB/s Write Speed    RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 & JBOD Support    Two 12x12 Smart Controlled Fans    Hot Swappable Design    Windows and macOS Compatible

The SymplySpark XT operates quietly at 45 dB for desktop use.

The eight drive bays are hot swappable, making it easy to replace drives at any point.

The SymplySpark XT features two Thunderbolt 3 ports with 60W of power delivery for device charging.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The serial number on the bottom does not work as for SoftRAID license. How do I get the license?

A: The OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure, B&H # OWCTB38JBKIT, does not come with SoftRaid XT. Model OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Array with SoftRAID XT. B&H # OWTB38SRKIT0, does include SoftRAID XT.

Q: 2. DoI need SoftRaid XT if I just want to mount disk as JBOD??

A: You do not need SoftRAID to use the OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Array with SoftRAID XT BH #OWTB38SRKIT0 in JBOD.

Q: 3. If I have a USB 3.1 type a to USB-C cable, and plug this into a USB 3.1 port, is it backwards compatible? I'm asking because I will be upgrading my computer in the not too distant future, but the one I have now tops out with USB 3.1 Type A (the square port) ports.

A: No, the OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure BH #OWCTB38JBKIT requires that your computer has Thunderbolt 3.

Q: 4. is OWC Thunderbay 8 compatible with OS Ventura?

A: Yes, the OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Array with SoftRAID XT is compatible with MacOS Ventura.

Q: 5. Is there any way to set this system up to be "hot-swappable", meaning adding a larger capacity drive(s) to increase space without re-formatting? Something similar to Synology's SHR or Drobo's BeyondRAID?

A: No, the OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure BH #OWCTB38JBKIT does not support that functionality.

Q: 6. Will it handle 18TB or even 20TB hard drive?

A: At the time of this answer, this OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure would support a max of 18TB hard drive.

Q: 7. Do I need to fill up all drive slots for it to function?

A: You could use any number of drives it would run in the JBOD configuration (meaning your data would not be redundant).

Q: 8. Do all drives have to be the same in speed and size for the Thunderbay 8 to operated in a RAID5 configuration? Thanks in advance for your assistance.

A: It is recommended to use hard drives with the same capacity and speed for raid 5, otherwise the hard drives will all be recognized at the capacity and speed of the smallest drive and you would wasting valuable storage space and performance.

Q: 9. Will this unit allow for multiple RAIDS? Meaning, half the drives on RAID and the other half 4 drives a different RAID?

A: Yes, this can be done easily.

Q: 10. Is SoftRaid XT also compatible with Windows? If not, what do I need to make it work with Windows? I want to configure this as RAID 5 on a Windows laptop. Thanks.

A: SoftRAID XT can be downloaded for Windows as well. You can use it with the OWC ThunderBay 8 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Array with SoftRAID XT.