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Glyph Blackbox PRO Desktop Drive – 30TB
Enterprise-Class 7,200 RPM USB-C Desktop Hard Drive With Rugged Aluminum Enclosure
£ 1,453.95 | £ 1,744.74 inc VAT
SymplySPARK 8-Bay – 80TB
SymplySPARK 8-Bay – 80TB
8-Bay Desktop Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure With 80TB Capacity
The SymplySPARK 8-Bay is a compact, direct-attached RAID enclosure built for media workflows that need consistent throughput and easy serviceability.
It offers dual Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, hot-swap drive trays and a field-serviceable design to reduce downtime on projects.
The unit is studio-friendly with whisper-quiet operation and options for rack mounting and protected transport.
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports with device charging.
- RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and JBOD support.
- Hot-swap drive caddies with locking pin and thumbscrews.
- Whisper Quiet < 40dB and LED Blackout (Studio Mode).
Category: Desktop Hard Drives & RAIDs
Brand: Symply
SymplySPARK 8-Bay – 80TB – Product Overview
The SymplySPARK 8-Bay is a direct-attached RAID storage solution built for media professionals who need high throughput, low latency and straightforward serviceability. It combines a compact desktop footprint with enterprise-class components and a studio-friendly acoustic profile.
Designed as a practical tool for post, on-set and studio workflows, the 8-Bay SPARK balances speed, reliability and maintainability so content teams can keep projects moving without unnecessary complexity.
Design And Build
SPARK uses high-quality metal alloys and a compact desktop form to keep the enclosure robust yet transportable, with an integrated carry handle for easier movement.
Performance
The 8-Bay SPARK targets real‑world throughput in the 900-1300MB/s range, delivering consistently high data transfer rates and low latency suited to editing and multi-stream playback.
Connectivity
Two Thunderbolt 3 ports provide maximum bandwidth, daisy‑chaining capability and device charging, and a Premium 2m (6.5ft) Active Thunderbolt 3 cable is included for reliable links out of the box.
Drive Protection And RAID
Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and JBOD with fast, reliable RAID 5/6 protection options to reduce the risk of content loss while maintaining performance.
Serviceability
The enclosure is field serviceable: drive trays are hot‑swap capable and the design allows fast replacement of fans and power supplies to minimise downtime.
Rackmount And Transport
The 8-Bay can be converted from desktop to rack via an optional 4RU SPARK Rack Kit and can be paired with an optional high‑quality impact resistant wheeled transport case for protected on‑site use.
Studio Use And Acoustics
Engineered for studio environments, the SPARK runs at Whisper Quiet levels of < 40dB and offers an LED Blackout (Studio Mode) to reduce light pollution during audio or image work.
Security And Physical Protection
Hot‑swap trays use a locking pin design for secure drive retention, the unit supports a Kensington lock and ships with SymplyLOCK cable locking to help protect connections.
Warranty And Support
Symply provides a worldwide 5-year warranty and free lifetime online support from trained media professionals to keep systems operational and assist with service procedures.
SymplySPARK 8-Bay – 80TB – Key Features
- Eight hot-swap drive bays designed for direct-attached RAID workflows, allowing quick media expansion and maintenance.
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for highest throughput, daisy chaining and fast device charging.
- Rated performance targeted at 900-1300MB/s for sustained media workloads.
- Advanced field-serviceable design permits user replacement of HDDs, PSU and fan to maximise uptime.
- Hot swap drive caddies with locking pin and thumbscrews secure drives while allowing fast replacement.
- Includes a Premium 2m (6.5ft) Active Thunderbolt 3 cable and SymplyLOCK aluminium Thunderbolt cable locking for secure connections.
- Studio-friendly acoustics at Whisper Quiet < 40dB, with an LED Blackout (Studio Mode) option for silent operation in controlled environments.
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and JBOD to balance capacity, performance and redundancy.
- Optional 4RU rackmount kit for fast conversion from desktop to rack (8 Bay only) and an optional impact resistant wheeled transport case for protected mobility.
- Kensington lock support and enterprise-class hard drive use to help protect physical assets and deliver consistent, reliable performance.
- Backed by Symply worldwide 5-year warranty and free lifetime online support from trained media professionals.
SymplySPARK 8-Bay – 80TB – Technical Specifications
| Speed | 900-1300MB/s |
| Number Of Drive Bays | 8 |
| RAID Level Support | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD |
| Interface | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 with Device Charging |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) mm | 150 x 240 x 318 |
| Weight KGs | 10.8kg |
| Operating Environment | 0°C – 40°C, 5% – 85% humidity (non-condensing) |
| OS Support | macOS & Windows |
| Whisper Quiet | < 40dB |
| Carry Handle | Yes |
| User Serviceable | HDD, PSU & FAN |
| Studio Mode | LED Blackout |
| Hot Swap Drive Caddies | Hot swap drive caddies with locking pin and thumbscrews |
| Premium Cable Included | Premium 2m (6.5ft) Active Thunderbolt 3 Cable Included |
| SymplyLOCK | Includes SymplyLOCK, a beautifully machined aluminium Thunderbolt cable locking |
| Kensington Lock | Yes |
| Wheeled Transport Case | Optional |
| 4RU Rackmount Kit | Optional 4RU Rackmount Kit (8 Bay Only) |
| SymplySAM | Optional (self-assisted maintenance kit) |
| Drive Type | Enterprise-class hard drives |
| Warranty | 5-Years |
SymplySPARK 8-Bay – 80TB – Product Videos
Symply Delivery Information
Generally, next working day delivery services (UK Mainland) are available on standard Symply Delivery orders placed before 2 pm (subject to stock availability).
Non-timed deliveries should be delivered between 9 am and 6 pm.
Orders placed after 2 pm on Fridays and weekends will be processed as normal the following Monday.
Orders placed on Bank Holidays will be processed the next working day.
If urgent, please call one of our helpful account managers so they may double check everything for you, enabling you to place your order with confidence.
Please note: these product details are for guide purposes only, and may contain errors.
We always recommend double-checking the product specs and features on the the manufacturer website, or contact us if unsure before ordering.
