Store your most important files and keep them safe from harm with the 16TB Duo External Disaster-Proof Desktop Storage from IoSafe. This external drive bay currently houses two 3.5" 8TB hard drives that can be configured into RAID 0, 1, JBOD, or SPAN, allowing you to modify this array to fit your personal preference. IoSafe's disaster-proof technology ensures your drives remain operational even in the worst environments, withstanding up to 1550°F, and 72 hours submerged under water. Additionally, a locking front panel keeps the drives secure from the elements while a metal Kensington slot enables you to attach a cable lock, preventing possible theft. LED status indicators notify you on the health of your drives, general activity, and fan failure, assuring proper operation and stability.

On the rear of this external drive array is one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, providing data transfer speeds up to 10 Gb/s, making file organization fast and easy. Another USB Type-C port is accompanied by a USB Type-A port at the front of the device, allowing you to connect a variety of peripherals such as thumb drives or mobile devices for additional workstation flexibility.

IoSafe built the Duo to work with a variety of operating systems. It is preformatted for Windows 8.1 and 10, but can be reformatted for macOS 10.13 or newer, as well as Linux distributions that support USB Type-C.

16TB Storage Capacity    2 x 2.5/3.5" Combo Drive Bays    Supports RAID 1, 0, JBOD, or SPAN    USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connection    Up to 10 Gb/s Data Transfer Speed    Fireproof and Waterproof    Locking Front Panel    Metal Kensington Lock Slot    LED Status Indicators    Windows, Mac, and Linux Compatible

If you prefer to use a larger size drive or a different format, you may easily remove these drives and install ones that fits your needs. In the rare occasion of a hard-drive failure, the Duo creates two copies of your data on the two drives, ensuring your information is protected.

You can easily access the RAID pins located at the rear of the device and configure the device to the setting of your choice with the included jumper.

Register your Duo online to utilize IoSafe's data recovery service, which covers you in case of immense hard-drive failure, giving you piece of mind knowing your information is secure.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What brand of hard disk drive comes with this unit? If it’s the Toshiba, I will purchase it. If Seagate, probably not.

A: Unfortunately, the manufacturer doesn't specify the brand of the drives include with the OWC 16TB Mercury Elite Pro USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive. The brand may vary based on availability.

Q: 2. The front USB-C port can transfer and backup data for iPad Pro?

A: The Seagate 14TB One Touch Desktop External Drive with Built-In Hub will be able to allow you to transfer data back and forth when the drive is connected to the computer.

Q: 3. I have 2 Paterson contact printers, both in excellent condition except the grey foam backing that the photographic paper is placed on has disintegrated and fallen apart. I want to know where I can buy this backing in order to replace it? Thank you

A: You can try using a foam board, which is available at this link https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/996282-REG/archival_methods_82_8511_1_8_acid_free_foamboard_8_5.html . The product enables the user to place an 8X10 photo paper between the negatives (top) and the foam (bottom) in a darkroom to make a contact print of the negatives. This product is not exactly a replacement but it should work.

Q: 4. I am working with s a surface studio, can't get a straight answer out of microsoft if the device would support a thunderbolt connection like I would need for the lacie or similar does anybody have some info?

A: This model requires USB 3.2 Type C at least to have a reliable connection. Surface Studio is showing a 3.0 version connection, which would not be sufficient.

Q: 5. is the HDD user replaceable?

A: The user manual states that changes are not permitted to the device.

Q: 6. I am understanding that if a drive fails one has to buy a new one from WD due to their encryption are these drives available and how much are they so one cannot just by another seagate red drive and. put it in ?

A: The drives are replaced by WD within the Limited 3-Year Warranty. Otherwise, you can use any RAID compatible drive that is 5400 RPM.

Q: 7. Is this compatible with a Mac?

A: Yes, this model is compatible with mac.

Q: 8. If a RAID 1 drive begins to fail, can the the user replace the drive or must the whole storage unit be shipped back to IoSafe for service?

A: This IoSafe 16TB Duo External Disaster-Proof Desktop Storage, would have user swapped drives. If you prefer to use a larger (or smaller) size drive or a different format, you may easily remove these drives and install ones that fits your needs. In the rare occasion of a hard-drive failure, the Duo creates two copies of your data on the two drives, ensuring your information is protected.

Q: 9. what is raid?

A: RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) is a configuration of multiple disks used to give provide speed and/or redundancy to a storage system. In the Explora section of our site, we host articles written about how to leverage this technology in many fields such as audio, photography and video. Please feel free to contact us by phone or chat to discuss how RAID might work for you.

Q: 10. What type of warranty on this unit?

A: The Seagate 8TB One Touch Desktop External Drive with Built-In Hub comes with a 2 year manufacturer warranty.