Promise Technology R8 External HDD Overview
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1Description
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2Thunderbolt 3
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3USB 3.2 Gen 2
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4ChronoSync
Designed for creative professionals, the Pegasus32 R8 64TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID Array delivers the speed, capacity, and protection needed for large projects and backups. Featuring eight drive bays equipped with hot-swappable 8TB 7200 rpm hard drives, the 64TB array has a maximum data throughput of 2,700 MB/s. Its hardware-based controller supports RAID 0, 1, 1E, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 configurations, and the fan-cooled drives are pre-configured for RAID 5. Devices connect to its two Thunderbolt 3 ports, which can transfer data to compatible computers at up to 40 Gb/s, or up to 10 Gb/s when connected to USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C devices. The ports support daisy chaining and deliver up to 85W of power to compatible laptops. There is also a DisplayPort 1.4 connector that supports 7680 x 4320 resolution 8K displays for large and highly detailed projects. The drives come pre-formatted for MacOS 10.14, but can be reformatted for Windows 10.
Thunderbolt 3 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB Type-C connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB 3.1 at up to 10 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort 1.2 allows you to connect up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single Thunderbolt 3 port.
Doubling the speed of its predecessor, USB 3.2 Gen 2 features a maximum throughput of 10 Gb/s when used with compatible devices.
The Pegasus32 RAID array comes bundled with ChronoSync Pegasus Edition, which allows you to backup your data, clone hard drives, sync files between devices, and offers redundant cloud storage.
In the Box
- Promise Technology Pegasus32 R8 64TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID Array (8 x 8TB)
- Thunderbolt 3 / USB Type-C Cable (2.3')
- Power Cord
Table of Contents
- Description
- Thunderbolt 3
- USB 3.2 Gen 2
- ChronoSync
Promise Technology R8 External HDD Specs
Drives
| Storage Capacity |
64 TB |
| Included Drives |
8 x 8 TB 3.5" HDD |
| Initial RAID Configuration |
RAID 5 |
| Interface |
SATA |
| Rotational Speed |
7200 rpm |
General
| Number of Bays |
8 x 3.5" |
| I/O |
2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s))
1 x DisplayPort (DisplayPort 1.4) |
| Compatible Drive Interface |
SATA |
| Form Factor |
Desktop |
| RAID |
RAID 0, 1, 10, 1E, 5, 50, 6, 60 |
| Hot-Swap Support |
Yes |
| Carrier-Less Drive Bays |
No |
| Transfer Rates |
2700 MB/s |
Software
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 10
macOS 10.14 or Later
*As of February, 2020: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Security
| Encryption |
None |
| Security Features |
Kensington Security Slot |
Electrical
| AC Input Power |
100 to 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz |
| PSU Wattage |
1 x 250 W |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature |
37 to 67°F / 5 to 35°C |
| Operating Humidity |
10 to 95% (Non-Condensing) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40 to 158°F / -40 to 70°C |
| Storage Humidity |
5 to 95% (Non-Condensing) |
| Certifications |
CE, FCC, VCCI, RCM, BSMI, BIS, TUV, cTUVus
*as per Manufacturer |
Physical
| Status Monitoring |
LED Indicator |
| Audible Alarm |
No |
| Cooling |
1 x 120 mm Fan |
| Cable Length |
2.3' / 0.7 m |
| Dimensions |
12.4 x 9.8 x 7.4" / 315 x 248.9 x 188 mm |
| Weight |
24.2 lb / 11.0 kg with Drives |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
32.42 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
17.5 x 16.4 x 12" |
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