Designed for photo, video, and audio production, graphic design, backup, and archiving, the 28TB 2big 2-Bay USB 3.1 Type-C RAID Array from LaCie has dual 3.5" SATA drive bays, each of which is equipped with a 14TB enterprise-class hard drive, for a total storage capacity of 28TB. Compatible with both Windows and Mac, it supports hardware-controlled RAID 0, which provides improved performance, and RAID 1, which provides 1:1 data redundancy. For those who do not require a RAID, JBOD is also available. This 2big comes preformatted as HFS+ for Mac, configured as RAID 0, and connects to your host system using its 10 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C interface, which is also known as USB 3.1 or USB 3.2 Gen 2 with transfer speeds up to 490 MB/s. This RAID array may also be used with Thunderbolt 3 hosts and is cooled using its aluminum enclosure with improved heat dissipation, as well as a thermoregulated Noctua cooling fan. Included is a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C cable, an external power supply, and a limited 5-year warranty with data recovery services.

2 x 14TB IronWolf Pro SATA 3.5" HDDs    2 x SATA 3.5" Drive Bays    10 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Interface    Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD    Preconfigured as HFS+ and RAID 0    Hardware Controller    Transfer Speeds up to 490 MB/s    Thermoregulated Noctua Cooling Fan    Windows & Mac Compatible

Enable fast large file transfers and seamless 4K video editing thanks to optimized performance with transfer speeds up to 490 MB/s.

Up to 28TB of storage for large-scale projects and long-term archiving.

Remove and replace drives while the 2big is still operating.

LaCie Toolkit offers step-by-step assistance with RAID setup. For the best speeds and capacity, choose RAID 0. For data redundancy, choose RAID 1.

With a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C cable cable, connecting a variety of devices is easy.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can these be upgraded for more memory?

A: Yes. Here is the link to the compatible drive list. https://www.lacie.com/support/kb/lacie-big-products-drive-compatibility-list-007780en/

Q: 2. Can this drive be used in non-RAID mode? I'm aware of the risk of data loss, but I just want 40TB of storage.

A: The LaCie 40TB 2big Dock 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array (Black) BH #LASTLG400004 can be used in JBOD mode.

Q: 3. Anyone happens to know how to configure the dock so it doesn't constantly power the external hard drive (LaCie d2 in my case) plugged into its front USB port when the computer is off? With my iMac shut off, my d2 stays on, although the front led is not lit as you can physically feel the drive spinning and the enclosure is warm to the touch. I couldn't find this in LaCie's literature or anywhere online.

A: Unfortunately the USB port on the front of the LaCie 16TB 2big Dock 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array is a pass-through connection directly to your computer, but power for the port comes from the LaCie 2big's power supply. As such, any drives connected to this port will be receiving power as long as this power supply is connected.

Q: 4. Can this connect to a late 2015 Apple IMAC?

A: You would have to use a USB-C to USB-A adapter to connect the LaCie 16TB 2big 2-Bay USB 3.1 Type-C RAID Array to your iMac, but it should work.

Q: 5. It said that this is formatted for MAC, is there another model specifically formatted for Windows?

A: No but you can easily reformat it for Windows once the product is in your hands.

Q: 6. Does IronWolf pro nas HDD works in it?

A: The LaCie 16TB 2big Dock 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array BH #LASTLG160004 comes pre loaded with 16TB( 2x8TB) drives.

Q: 7. Can I swap out the hard drives?

A: Yes, the hard drives are user replaceable on the LaCie 4TB 2big 2-Bay USB 3.1 Type-C RAID Array B&H # LA2BR4TB.

Q: 8. Can it be daisy chained to more units?

A: This drive does not have daisy-chain support.

Q: 9. is there Db rating on the fan ?

A: A noise rating for the LaCie 2big Dock 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array is not available. In the data sheet, LaCie states that the internal Noctua fan is "whisper-quiet."

Q: 10. Are the hard drives included?

A: Yes, hard drives are included with this LaCie 8TB 2big 2-Bay USB 3.1 Type-C RAID Array.