ReviewsGaming External Raid Drives

StorageTekPro LSI 9340-8i flashed to IT Mode = 9300-8i w/LSI P16 IT-Mode F/W for ZFS FreeNAS unRAID

  • The eight-port MegaRAID SAS 9240-8i, supports data transfer rates of up to 6Gb/s per port, brings new features and improved performance to entry-level server applications using up to 64 SATA or SAS devices..
  • RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, 50 and JBOD mode - Hardware RAID solution.
  • Hardware RAID solution x8 PCI Express 2.0 host interface Low-profile form factor Supports up to 64 physical devices Up to 16 physical devices in a RAID configuration Patrol read Consistency Check S.M.A.R.T error detection.
  • Solution Provided: Low-cost, green SATA+SAS RAID solution for high-density servers and workstations with the flexibility to use both SATA and SAS hard drives and solid state drives.
  • Selectable logical drive as boot drive Consistency Check Fast initialization for quick array setup Native Command Queuing Staggered spin up for SATA drives.
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LSI 9240-8i 6Gbps SAS Raid Card, HBA FW:P20 9211-8i IT Mode for ZFS FreeNAS unRAID 2 SFF SATA RAID Controllers

  • The eight-port MegaRAID SAS 9240-8i, supports data transfer rates of up to 6Gb/s per port, brings new features and improved performance to entry-level server applications using up to 64 SATA or SAS devices..
  • RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, 50 and JBOD mode - Hardware RAID solution.
  • Hardware RAID solution x8 PCI Express 2.0 host interface Low-profile form factor Supports up to 64 physical devices Up to 16 physical devices in a RAID configuration Patrol read Consistency Check S.M.A.R.T error detection.
  • Solution Provided: Low-cost, green SATA+SAS RAID solution for high-density servers and workstations with the flexibility to use both SATA and SAS hard drives and solid state drives.
  • Selectable logical drive as boot drive Consistency Check Fast initialization for quick array setup Native Command Queuing Staggered spin up for SATA drives.
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Vantec 4-Channel 6-Port SATA 6Gb/s PCIe RAID Host Card with HyperDuo Technology UGT-ST644R

  • 4 Channel for 4 storage devices like SSD or HDD. This Card will let You Grow as Your Needs Grow to Add more Devices to your System..
  • Configurable Port as Internal SATA or External eSATA Port, SATA III 6Gb/s on Every Channel for all your SSD and HDD..
  • 1 Port Multiplier Function For Multi-Bay Enclosures (4 drives), Support both FIS and Command-based Switching..
  • RAID 0, 1, 10 and HyperDuo Function for Redundancy to Keep your Data Safe and Faster Disk Access, Low Profile Bracket Included..
  • Support Windows XP, Server 2003/2008, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10.
  • For RAID use, must do a new clean install of the OS to boot..
  • install only on true PCIe x4 slot or x8 or x16 Slot only, Download Latest drivers from vantecusa website..
  • Note: Cannot Boot If you just move your drive to this controller, write to vantecusa technical support for more info..
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StarTech.com USB 3.1 (10Gbps) External Enclosure for 2.5' SATA Hard Drives - RAID - 2-Bay USB Type-C Hard Drive Enclosure (S252BU313R)

  • INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY: The USB Type-C hard drive enclosure supports SATA I, II and III and is enhanced with UASP to maximize the performance and speed of your SATA III drives..
  • FASTER SPEEDS: The 2.5" SATA hard drive enclosure gives you greater bandwidth and speed, supporting transfer rates of up to 10Gbps.
  • twice the speed of USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) technology..
  • VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY: The external hard drive enclosure comes with two USB cables for use with the new and legacy devices. It also includes both USB-C to Micro B and USB-A to Micro B cables..
  • SUPPORT FOR RAID: Through RAID 0 support, the USB 3.1 hard drive enclosure lets you maximize the performance of your SATA III SSDs. The dual-bay enclosure also supports RAID 1, Big and JBOD..
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OWC Mercury Elite Pro 12TB Thunderbolt 3 Dock and Dual-Drive RAID Solution

  • Connect all of your favorite accessories.
  • Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports allow you to daisy-chin additional devices.
  • Connect to virtually any display, TV,....
  • Flexible storage options with 2 bays for 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch drives.
  • Hardware RAID options for RAID 0 or 1, span, and JBOD....
  • 2 x Thunderbolt 3 ports (USB-C), 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, 1 Gb Ethernet port, and DisplayPort 1.2, SD 4.0 (UHS-II) card reader.
  • Frontside SD 4.0 Card Reader for easy camera uploads.
  • 1Gb Ethernet for file transfer speeds that leave WiFi in the dust.
  • Includes: (1) Mercury Elite Pro Dock, (1) Thunderbolt 3 cable, (1) External Power Supply and power cable, (1) Quick Start Guide, (1) OWC Dock Ejector....
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SABRENT Rocket XTRM-Q 16TB External Aluminum SSD (SB-DXMQ-8X2)

  • DESIGN: Solid aluminum construction for durability and maximum heat dissipation. Integrated temperature and health monitoring system. Tool-free magnetic fasteners for easy instalation.Power adapter is required and included..
  • STORAGE: This is a dual disk external drive containing two separate 8TB disks for a total of 16TB of additional stoarage space. Can be used independantly or combines via software as one single drive!.
  • CONFIGURATIONS: x2 Indepandant 8TB drives. RAID 0: Data is interleaved accross two or more physical disks allowing for maximized performace. RAID 1: Maintinfgs a copy of the same data on both disks, faux-tolerant but storage is halved. JBOD/SEQUENTIAL: Writes data until disk is full and then moves on to wrting on the second disk..
  • SPEED: Never slow down! High power efficiency and single disk speeds of up to 1400 MB/s per single SSD or up to 2800MB/s when using RAID 0 mode..
  • INTEL THUNDERBOLT 3 CONTROLER: Don't entrust your valuable DATA to devices that are only “compatible” with Thunderbolt 3. Sabrent is one of the only manufacturers and brands who are fully certified by Intel to use Thunderbolt 3 technology in their products. Don't settle for anything less than the original!.
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VIA VT6421A 3-Port SATA Raid & IDE Controller PCI Card

  • VIA VT6421A SATA Raid Controller and IDE PCI Card General Features: VIA VT6421A chipset PCI interfac.
  • Supports three SATA and one PATA (IDE) hard disk drives Up to 150 Mbps data transfer rate.
  • Only SATA supports RAID Supports ATA 133 high performance hard disk drives.
  • Supports Ultra DMA mode 6/5/4/6/2/1/0 Supports DMA mode 2/1/0 Supports PIO mode 4/3/2/1/0.
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Yottamaster 4 Bay RAID Hard Drive Enclosure 2.5' 3.5' USB3.0 to SATA3.0 External HDD SSD Enclosure,RAID Drive Storage Support 72TB & RAID 0/1/3/5/10/JBOD RAID Mode [FS4RU3]

  • 【72TB Enterprise-class Storage Capacity】This 4 bay raid enclosure supports 4 hard drives with a max capacity of 72TB(18TB for single disk).Great for video editing, photo backup, storage of R&D technical documents, archival backup, music libraries, financial records, storage of video surveillance recordings and corporate data storage. With 4 indicator lights to monitor the operating status of each hard drive. Plug-and-play hot swapping..
  • 【Full RAID function, Flexible Storage Solution】Yottamaster 4 bay raid drive enclosure is the ultimate storage solution for demanding video workflows on location and in the studio. Supports RAID 0/1/3/5/10/JBOD/CLONE/Normal RAID modes.
  • Manage massive amounts of media from multiple cameras on location or in the studio with up to 72TB of RAID storage in one system..
  • 【Support 2.5"/3.5" HDD & SSD】The raid enclosure is designed for both 2.5" SSDs where speed is the priority and for 3.5" HDDs when it's important to maximize the storage capacity. The removable aluminum trays allow for easy installation and replacement of the drives. Your hard drives can be firmly fixed on the tray by provided screws, which can effectively protect your hdds from shock and interface damage..
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OWC Gemini 8.0TB Thunderbolt 3 Dock and Dual-Drive RAID Solution

  • Connect all of your favorite accessories.
  • Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports allow you to daisy-chin additional devices.
  • Connect to virtually any display, TV, or projector with DisplayPort1.2 built in.
  • Flexible storage options with 2 bays for 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch drives.
  • Hardware RAID options for RAID 0 or 1, span, and JBOD (Independent).
  • 2 x Thunderbolt 3 ports (USB-C), 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, 1 Gb Ethernet port, and DisplayPort 1.2, SD 4.0 (UHS-II) card reader.
  • Frontside SD 4.0 Card Reader for easy camera uploads.
  • 1Gb Ethernet for file transfer speeds that leave WiFi in the dust.
  • (2) USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports for your essential peripherals.
  • Dedicated DisplayPort 1.2 for adding up to 4K display.
  • Includes: (1) Mercury Elite Pro Dock, (1) Thunderbolt 3 cable, (1) External Power Supply and power cable, (1) Quick Start Guide, (1) OWC Dock Ejector download, 3 Year OWC Limited Warranty.
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LaCie 2big RAID 40TB External Hard Drive Desktop HDD – USB-C, 7200 RPM Enterprise Class Drives, for Mac and PC Desktop, Rescue Services (STHJ40000800)

  • Ideal for photographers, indie filmmakers, and YouTubers, 2big RAID is an external desktop storage solution offering massive space and powerful speeds of up to 550MB/s.
  • Enjoy seamless compatibility with USB-C and USB 3.0 computers.
  • Easily configure RAID 0/1 using the step-by-step wizard to optimize the system for performance or redundancy.
  • Equipped with hot-swappable IronWolf Pro enterprise-class drives for ultimate reliability and performance.
  • Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included five-year limited warranty including Rescue Data Recovery Services.
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LaCie 2big RAID 8TB External Hard Drive Desktop HDD – USB-C, 7200 RPM Enterprise Class Drives, for Mac and PC Desktop, Rescue Services (STHJ8000800)

  • Ideal for photographers, indie filmmakers, and YouTubers, 2big RAID is an external desktop storage solution offering up to 8TB of space and powerful speeds of up to 440MB/s.
  • Enjoy seamless compatibility with USB-C and USB 3. 0 computers.
  • Easily configure RAID 0/1 using the step-by-step wizard to optimize the system for performance or redundancy.
  • Equipped with hot-swappable IronWolf Pro enterprise-class drives for ultimate reliability and performance.
  • Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included five-year limited including Rescue Data Recovery Services.
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