Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M – 5.76TB Enterprise SSD RAID Array
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Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M – 5.76TB Enterprise SSD RAID Array
Small, Very Fast, Expandable 6-Bay Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hardware SSD RAID Array with Display Port (6 x 960GB Enterprise SSDs Fitted)
The Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M is a 6-bay desktop RAID storage solution optimized for 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, delivering high-performance Thunderbolt 3 connectivity up to 40Gbps.
It supports comprehensive RAID levels including 0, 1, 10, 3, 5, 6, 30, 50, 60, Single Disk, and JBOD, powered by a dual-core 1.2GHz SAS ROC with 2GB DDR3-1866 cache.
This pre-configured 5.76TB enterprise SSD array enables ultrafast data transfer for demanding workflows like 4K/8K video editing on Mac and Windows systems.
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining and DisplayPort 1.4 output.
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatibility via USB-C.
- Expansion via SFF-8644 port supporting additional enclosures.
- Enterprise-grade data protection with hardware RAID and ECC memory.
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Category: Desktop Hard Drives & RAIDs
Brand: Areca Technology
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Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M – 5.76TB Enterprise SSD RAID Array Product Overview
The Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M provides a portable 6-bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID enclosure pre-populated with 5.76TB of enterprise SSDs, designed for high-speed storage in professional environments.
It combines dual Thunderbolt 3 interfaces with true hardware RAID processing to deliver sustained performance for data-intensive tasks without taxing host system resources.
Host Connectivity and Compatibility
The unit features two Thunderbolt 3 ports supporting 40Gbps bidirectional speeds, enabling daisy-chaining of peripherals and notebook charging.
A DisplayPort 1.4 output allows connection to 8K 30Hz displays, while USB-C fallback ensures compatibility with USB 3.2 Gen 2 hosts.
RAID and Storage Management
RAID levels include 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, Single Disk, and JBOD, with features like online array roaming, RAID level migration, and up to 1MB stripe sizes.
Configuration occurs via Thunderbolt, LAN, or LCD panel, supporting Apple M1 silicon and macOS 10.12+, Windows 8/10+.
Performance Components
A dual-core 1.2GHz LSI/Broadcom SAS2308 ROC handles 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA drives, paired with 2GB DDR3-1866 ECC SDRAM cache for smooth 4K workflows.
Peak transfer rates reach enterprise levels, ideal for video editing and multitasking under heavy loads.
Drive Bays and Expansion
Six 2.5-inch bays accept 12Gb/s SAS or 6Gb/s SATA HDDs/SSDs, with this model pre-loaded as a 5.76TB enterprise SSD array.
An SFF-8644 expansion port (2-lanes) connects up to seven additional enclosures, expanding to 256 drives maximum.
Power and Cooling
Integrated 180W power supply with intelligent On/Off, dual 2700rpm fans, and optional 4-pin XLR for external power ensure reliable operation.
Dimensions measure 4.84 x 8.45 x 9.11 inches (146 x 255 x 290 mm), weighing 13.2 lbs (6.0 kg) empty.
Security and Data Protection
Controller-level hardware encryption, SED support, and simultaneous drive firmware updates provide enterprise-class security.
Optional BBM (battery backup module) safeguards cache during power events.
Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M – 5.76TB Enterprise SSD RAID Array Key Features
- High-performance 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 interface with dual ports for daisy-chaining and peripheral expansion.
- Support for simultaneous 4K/8K input/output workflows via DisplayPort 1.4 video output.
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatibility through USB-C ports for broad host system support.
- Dual-core 1.2GHz SAS ROC with 2GB DDR3-1866 ECC SDRAM cache for true hardware RAID processing.
- 6 x 2.5-inch bays for 12Gb/s SAS or 6Gb/s SATA enterprise SSDs/HDDs, pre-configured as 5.76TB array.
- RAID levels 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, Single Disk, JBOD with online migration and roaming.
- SFF-8644 expansion port supporting up to 256 drives across multiple enclosures.
- Apple M1 silicon compatibility, macOS 10.12+, Windows 8/10+.
- Controller-level encryption, SED support, and intelligent power management for data integrity.
- Dual 2700rpm fans, 180W PSU, and optional XLR power input for reliable cooling and operation.
Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M – 5.76TB Enterprise SSD RAID Array Technical Specifications
| Form Factor | Desktop 6-Bay (2.5-inch drives only) |
| Host Interface | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps), 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Computer Port Type | Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.2 Gen 2 via USB-C |
| Drive Bays | 6 x 2.5-inch 12Gb/s SAS or 6Gb/s SATA HDD/SSD |
| Pre-configured Capacity | 5.76TB Enterprise SSD RAID Array |
| I/O Processor | Dual Core 1.2 GHz LSI/Broadcom SAS2308 ROC |
| On-Board Cache | 2GB DDR3-1866 SDRAM with ECC |
| Cache Peak Transfer Rate | 14.9 GB/s |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, Single Disk, JBOD |
| RAID Features | Multiple RAID selection, up to 1MB stripe, online roaming/migration |
| Expansion | SFF-8644 (2-lanes), up to 7 enclosures (256 drives max) |
| Cooling | 2 x 2700rpm fans |
| Power Supply | 180W internal |
| External Power Option | 4-pin XLR connector |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.84 x 8.45 x 9.11 in (146 x 255 x 290 mm) |
| Weight (empty) | 13.2 lbs / 6.0 kg |
| OS Support (Thunderbolt) | macOS 10.12+, Windows 8/10+ |
| OS Support (USB) | OS Independent |
| Additional Features | Hardware encryption, SED support, drive firmware update, M1 compatible |
| Included | 1m 40Gbps active Thunderbolt 3 cable |
| BBM Support | Optional ARC-6120BAT021-T3 |
Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M – 5.76TB Enterprise SSD RAID Array Product Downloads
Areca Technology Delivery Information
In general, next working day delivery services (UK Mainland) are available on Areca equipment orders placed before 2pm (subject to stock availability).
We kindly advise you let us preconfigure each Areca RAID (as RAID5, RAID6 etc), so they arrive properly setup, ready to “plug’n’play”.
This is a free service, and takes 1-2 days prior to shipping.
Non-timed deliveries should be delivered between the hours of 9am and 6pm.
Orders placed after 2pm on Fridays and on weekends will be processed as normal the following Monday.
Orders placed on Bank Holidays will be processed the next working day.
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