OWC 16TB Mercury Elite Pro Dual With 3-Port Hub USB (10Gb/s) External RAID Storage Solution

The OWC 16TB Mercury Elite Pro Dual with a 3-Port USB Hub delivers a high-capacity, professional-grade external RAID storage solution engineered for creative workflows that demand speed, reliability, and expandable connectivity. With 16 terabytes of total capacity, a hardware RAID engine, and an integrated 3-port USB hub, this enclosure is tailored for editors, colorists, photographers, and media professionals who regularly move large files, back up multi-terabyte projects, and work across demanding media formats. The Mercury Elite Pro Dual combines robust mechanical design, efficient cooling, and flexible RAID configurations to keep your projects flowing smoothly—from on-set transfers to post-production finishing. If you’re building a fast, dependable storage backbone for your workstation, this solution is built to scale with your growing library of 8K, 6K, and 4K assets while offering convenient peripheral expansion right at your desktop.

• High-capacity storage: 16TB total capacity provides ample space for multi-project libraries, 4K/8K video footage, high-resolution photo archives, and large media caches, enabling you to keep active projects close at hand without constantly swapping drives.
• Hardware RAID with flexible configurations: Choose RAID 0 for maximum speed, RAID 1 for redundancy and data protection, or JBOD to present each drive as an independent volume, giving you control over performance, safety, and workflow architecture.
• Blazing-fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gb/s) interface: Experience dramatically faster data transfers than older USB standards, accelerating imports, exports, and on-site backups when working with multi-terabyte media files.
• Built-in 3-port USB hub: Expand your workstation by adding a keyboard, mouse, flash drives, or other peripherals without tying up your computer’s internal ports, while still leveraging the high-performance RAID storage.
• Rugged, thermally optimized enclosure with external power: Durable aluminum chassis with effective cooling keeps the drive temperatures down during extended editing sessions, while a dedicated external power supply ensures stable, continuous operation.

Technical Details of OWC 16TB Mercury Elite Pro Dual With 3-Port Hub USB (10Gb/s) External RAID Storage Solution

• Capacity: 16TB total (drives configured as RAID 0, 1, or JBOD; usable capacity varies by RAID mode)
• Drive interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2 with a 10Gb/s data transfer rate for high-throughput workflows
• RAID support: Hardware RAID with multiple modes for performance or redundancy, managed via the enclosure’s controller
• Connectivity: Built-in 3-port USB hub to expand host connections while the RAID array remains accessible
• Enclosure design: Sturdy aluminum chassis with optimized airflow and cooling to sustain peak performance
• Power: External power supply included to ensure consistent operation and prevent power sag during large transfers
• Operating system compatibility: Designed for use with Windows and macOS; formatting may be required when switching between platforms
• Warranty and support: Manufacturer-backed warranty terms; check regional terms for exact coverage

How to install OWC 16TB Mercury Elite Pro Dual With 3-Port Hub USB (10Gb/s) External RAID Storage Solution

• Unbox and place the Mercury Elite Pro Dual on a stable workspace; connect the included external power adapter to a grounded outlet and plug the power brick into the enclosure to energize the drive(s).
• Connect the enclosure to your computer using a suitable USB 3.2 Gen 2 cable. Ensure you’re using a compatible port that can support the 10Gb/s link for maximum performance.
• Power on the unit and allow the drives to initialize; if the system does not recognize the device, open your operating system’s disk management utility to initialize and format the RAID array according to your preferred mode (RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD).
• Configure the RAID mode. Depending on your system, you may need to use the enclosure’s onboard controls or software utility to select RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD; follow on-screen prompts to complete the configuration.
• Set up the built-in USB hub by connecting accessories to the hub ports; verify that the connected devices operate normally and that the drive remains accessible during file transfers.
• Begin your data workflow: import media, back up important projects, or run live transfers to and from the RAID. Perform a test copy of large files to confirm stability and monitor for thermal activity during sustained use.

Frequently asked questions

• What kind of performance should I expect from the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface? - USB 3.2 Gen 2 provides up to 10Gb/s theoretical bandwidth. Real-world speeds depend on RAID mode, drive RPM, host hardware, and file types, but this enclosure is designed to deliver high-throughput performance suitable for editing and large-scale data transfers.
• Does the Mercury Elite Pro Dual come with drives pre-installed? - Availability varies by retailer. Some models ship with drives pre-installed, while others are empty enclosures. Check the product listing for drive configuration details.
• Which RAID modes are supported, and how do I choose them? - The enclosure supports multiple hardware RAID modes (commonly RAID 0 for speed, RAID 1 for redundancy, and JBOD for independent volumes). Choose the mode based on your need for speed versus data protection and your backup strategy.
• Is this device compatible with both Windows and macOS? - Yes. It is designed to work across major operating systems; you may need to format the drive for use on a different platform. Some workflows may require appropriate backup software or disk utilities.
• Can I use the built-in USB hub while editing high-resolution media? - The 3-port hub provides convenient peripheral expansion. While performing high-throughput data transfers, keep in mind that total available bandwidth is shared among the connected devices; plan peripheral use accordingly to maintain peak RAID performance.