HighPoint 2nd Generation Thunderbolt 3 40Gb/s Hardware RAID Storage Enclosure

Discover the ultimate external storage solution engineered for professionals who demand uncompromising speed, reliability, and scalability. The HighPoint 2nd Generation Thunderbolt 3 40Gb/s Hardware RAID Storage Enclosure combines dual Thunderbolt 3 connections with a robust hardware RAID engine, delivering astonishing throughput while supporting flexible drive configurations. Whether you are editing multi-stream 4K/8K video, handling massive datasets for scientific computing, or safeguarding critical archives, this enclosure is built to keep pace with your most demanding workflows. The blend of high-bandwidth connectivity, hardware-accelerated RAID, and expansive drive options makes it a cornerstone for studios, post-production suites, labs, and power users seeking a streamlined, plug-and-play solution that scales with your needs.

• 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports with 40Gb/s bandwidth: Dual TB3 ports maximize data pathways, enabling fast transfers and efficient daisy chaining for multi-device setups while preserving peak performance for every connected device.
• Performance up to 2,700 MB/s: Experience blazing-fast sustained throughput for large block size applications, ensuring smooth timeline scrubbing, rapid file transfers, and uninterrupted media playback during demanding workflows.
• Integrated SAS/SATA hardware RAID technology: A dedicated hardware RAID engine handles RAID calculations and parity in real time, reducing host CPU load and delivering consistent, reliable data protection and performance.
• Storage capacity up to 8x 10TB HDDs or larger, plus up to 8x SSDs: Flexible storage architectures let you build high-capacity HDD arrays for archival storage or fast SSD configurations for throughput-intensive tasks, all in a single enclosure.
• Blazing fast, consistent data transfer for large block size applications: Optimized for workloads that churn through big datasets, large media files, and backup operations, making it ideal for post-production, general data acceleration, and enterprise-grade backups.

Technical Details of HighPoint 2nd Generation Thunderbolt 3 40Gb/s Hardware RAID Storage Enclosure

• 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports featuring 40Gb/s bandwidth for high-speed data transfer and flexible connection options.
• Performance up to 2,700 MB/s sustained transfer rates, enabling rapid large-block data movements and smooth media workflows.
• Integrated SAS/SATA hardware RAID technology for dedicated RAID processing within the enclosure.
• Storage capacity support up to 8x 10TB HDDs or larger, offering scalable archival and backup options.
• High-speed storage up to 8x SSDs for maximum read/write performance in demanding tasks.
• Designed for large-block-size applications, delivering consistent, reliable throughput across diverse workloads.

How to install HighPoint 2nd Generation Thunderbolt 3 40Gb/s Hardware RAID Storage Enclosure

• Power down your computer and the enclosure before making any connections to ensure safe installation and avoid data loss.
• Install up to eight drives (HDDs or SSDs) into the enclosure, ensuring they are properly seated in the drive bays and aligned according to the enclosure’s guidelines.
• Connect the enclosure to your computer using a Thunderbolt 3 USB-C cable to one of the available TB3 ports on the device and the corresponding port on your computer.
• Power on the enclosure and use the built-in hardware RAID controller to configure your preferred RAID level and array configuration based on your performance and redundancy needs.
• In your operating system, initialize and format the new RAID volume(s) so they are ready for use, then begin transferring data and leveraging the high-throughput performance for your projects.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What interfaces does the enclosure offer?
• A: It provides 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports with 40Gb/s bandwidth for fast data transfer and flexible connectivity.
• Q: How much data throughput can I expect?
• A: The enclosure supports up to 2,700 MB/s of sustained transfer speed, enabling efficient large-block transfers and fluid media workflows.
• Q: How many drives can I install?
• A: Up to eight drives can be installed in the enclosure, giving you substantial capacity expansion and RAID configuration options.
• Q: What types of drives are supported?
• A: The enclosure supports both HDDs (up to 10TB per drive or larger) and SSDs, allowing you to tailor storage for capacity or speed.
• Q: What is the intended use case?
• A: It is optimized for large-block-size applications such as high-resolution video editing, data-intensive workflows, backups, and other professional workloads requiring fast, reliable external storage.