Description
Ignite your creativity with high throughput, low latency, and plug-and-play convenience using the SymplySPARK 56TB 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array from SYMPLY. Designed for media workflows in post-production, on-set, VFX, graphics, delivery, and in-house creative, this RAID array features four SATA III 3.5" drive bays, each of which is pre-installed with a 14TB enterprise-class hard drive for an overall storage capacity of 56TB. Pre-configured in RAID 5 with an integrated hardware controller, the SymplySPARK also supports RAID 0, 1, 6, 10, and JBOD modes, allowing you to choose between speed, data redundancy, or a combination of both. A built-in cooling fan helps prevents overheating, while a Kensington Lock slot ensures security.Compatible with Windows and Mac, connectivity to your host system is achieved using a 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 port that also supports up to 60W of charging, while a second Thunderbolt 3 port supports 15W of charging and allows for the daisy chaining of additional devices. The SymplySPARK includes an active Thunderbolt 4 cable, a SymplyLOCK Thunderbolt cable lock, and a power cable.Please note that this array is pre-formatted for macOS Extended (Journaled), but may be used with Windows via a simple reformat.Additional Details Lightweight, portable, and rugged designCompact 4-bay designWhisper quiet, less than 40 dB, and ideal for desktop useHot-swap drive caddies with locking pin and thumbscrewsOnly enterprise-class hard drives are used in every SymplySPARK to deliver consistent, reliable performanceDual Thunderbolt 3 ports for highest throughput, daisy chaining, and fast device chargingAdvanced field serviceable design for maximum uptimeFast, reliable RAID 5/6 protection to prevent content loss and keep you working even in the unlikely event of a drive failurePremium 6.5' active Thunderbolt 4 cable includedIncludes the SymplyLOCK, a machined aluminum Thunderbolt cable lockKensington LockOptional high-quality, impact-resistant wheeled transport caseOptional SymplySAM (self-assisted maintenance kit)Field Serviceable SYMPLY knows how important deadlines are: time is money, and nothing is worse than missing a deadline due to equipment failure. Beyond hard drive hot swap-ability, the SPARK allows for the fast replacement of fans and power supplies. There's no need to send the system back with your valuable content on it or wait for an exchange system to arrive. The optional SymplySAM (self-assisted maintenance kit) comes packed in its own transport case with full instructions that have you back up and running in minutes. And if you ever need it, professional Symply support is just an email or phone call away.