For those looking for big-boy storage, this is a new option to consider. The 8big Pro 5 32TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 5 RAID Array from LaCie is a new storage option designed for video editors and crews looking to handle the unique demands of working with 8K video.
Compatible with Windows and Mac, this new array is set to feature a storage capacity of 32TB, configured as 8 x 4TB hard drives, and should be more than enough for crews and teams to handle the demands of their high-end video workflows.
If this is something you might be interested in, here are the features and specs you need to know about.
LaCie 8big Pro 5 32TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 5 RAID Array
Designed to help video crews, teams, or big boy solo creators scale, store, and safeguard their footage for even the most demanding clients and projects, the LaCie 8big Pro 5 32TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 5 RAID Array offers solid connectivity, reliability, and—of course—tons of storage space.
This new LaCie RAID Array can connect to your host system via its Thunderbolt 5 port, which can deliver up to 140W of power. The array also features two additional Thunderbolt 5 ports that provide 30W of power and allow users to connect other peripherals, such as storage devices and monitors.
The array also has other connectivity options with its 20 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2 port, which provides up to 15W of power. Plus, if your system doesn’t have Thunderbolt 5, the 8big Pro 5 is backward compatible with Thunderbolt 4.
Price and Availability
Overall, the LaCie 8big Pro 5 32TB 8-Bay Thunderbolt 5 RAID Array can be configured for RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, 50, and 60, with each option supporting data redundancy, performance, or a combination of both.
As one of the company’s 8big Pro 5 models, the array will include everything you need to get up and running quickly, including power cables, a Thunderbolt 5 cable, Toolkit software, and a 2-month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud Pro.
If this storage option seems worth checking out, here are the full specs and purchase options.
- 8 x 4TB SATA III 3.5″ HDDs
- 8 x 3.5″ SATA III 6 Gb/s Drive Bays
- 3 x Thunderbolt 5 Ports
- 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2 Port
- RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD
- Hardware RAID Controller
- Data Transfer Speeds up to 2800 MB/s
- Supports up to 140W of Power Delivery
- Windows and Mac Compatible
