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Areca ARC-Caddy – 20.0 TB Enterprise (Black)
Spare Hot-Swappable Drive Caddy (Matched 20.0 TB Enterprise Drive Included)
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Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E – 240TB
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Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E – 240TB
Super Fast, Expandable 12-Bay Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hardware RAID Array with Display Port (12 x 20.0 TB Enterprise Drives Fitted - 7200rpm, 5yr Warranty)
The Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E-240TB is a 12-bay desktop RAID enclosure supporting Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for high-speed data transfers up to 40 Gbps.
It features a dual-core ARM A15 processor at 1.6 GHz with 8GB DDR4 memory, accommodating twelve 20TB enterprise drives for 240TB total raw storage.
Designed for professional audio, video, and data-intensive workflows, it supports multiple RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60.
- Hardware RAID acceleration via dedicated Broadcom SAS ROC for optimal performance.
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports enable daisy-chaining up to six devices.
- DisplayPort output for direct array monitoring.
- Supports both SAS 12Gb/s and SATA 6Gb/s drives in 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch formats.
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Category: Desktop Hard Drives & RAIDs
Brand: Areca Technology
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Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E – 240TB Product Overview
The Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E-240TB provides high-capacity, high-performance RAID storage in a compact 12-bay desktop form factor.
It connects via Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.2 Gen 2, delivering up to 40 Gbps bandwidth for demanding applications like video editing and data archiving.
RAID Capabilities
The unit supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, Single Disk, and JBOD.
Hardware RAID is managed by a dedicated controller, offloading processing from the host system.
Connectivity and Expansion
Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports allow host connection and daisy-chaining of up to six devices.
A full-size DisplayPort enables direct monitoring of array status on an external display up to 8K 30Hz.
Internal support for 12 x 12Gb/s SAS or 6Gb/s SATA drives, with optional MiniSAS HD expansion port.
Performance Components
Equipped with a Tri-Mode Dual Core ARM A15 1.6GHz ROC processor and 8GB DDR4-2666 SDRAM cache.
Broadcom SAS3108 or LSI SAS2308 ROC ensures maximum SAS/SATA bandwidth and data protection.
Drive and Cooling Design
Accommodates twelve 20TB enterprise drives for 240TB raw capacity, compatible with 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch HDDs and SSDs.
Dual cooling fans (2700-7200 RPM models noted) maintain optimal temperatures.
Power and Physical Specs
400W single power supply supports reliable operation.
Dimensions measure 4.8-8.1 x 6.5-12.2 x 9.1-11.4 inches, with weight around 20.94 lbs empty.
Operating System Compatibility
Supports macOS 10.12 or later via Thunderbolt 3, Windows 8/10 or later, and OS-independent USB mode.
Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E – 240TB Key Features
- 12-bay desktop enclosure with support for 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s or SATA 6Gb/s drives.
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports (40 Gbps) plus USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatibility for versatile connectivity.
- Tri-Mode Dual Core ARM A15 1.6GHz ROC processor with 8GB DDR4-2666 SDRAM ECC cache for hardware RAID acceleration.
- RAID levels: 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, Single Disk, JBOD.
- DisplayPort output for real-time array monitoring on external displays up to 8K 30Hz.
- Daisy-chain up to six Thunderbolt devices; optional battery backup module support.
- Controller-based hardware encryption engine for data security.
- 400W power supply and dual low-noise cooling fans for reliability.
- Pre-configured with 12 x 20TB enterprise drives totaling 240TB raw capacity.
- Compact dimensions suitable for professional workstations in audio/video production and data storage.
Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E – 240TB Technical Specifications
| Form Factor | Desktop 12-Bay |
| Host Connectivity | Thunderbolt 3 x 2, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C), DisplayPort x 1 |
| Drive Bays | 12 x 2.5"/3.5" SAS 12Gb/s or SATA 6Gb/s |
| I/O Processor | Tri-Mode Dual Core ARM A15 1.6GHz ROC or Dual Core 1.2GHz Broadcom/LSI SAS2308/SAS3108 |
| On-Board Cache | 8GB DDR4-2666 SDRAM (ECC) or 2GB DDR3-1866 |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, Single Disk, JBOD |
| Expansion Port | External MiniSAS HD (SFF-8644, 4-lanes) |
| Cooling | Dual 2700-7200 RPM fans |
| Power Supply | 400W single unit |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 8.1 x 12.2 x 11.4 in (206 x 310 x 290 mm) or 4.8 x 6.5 x 9.1 in variants |
| Weight | 20.94 lbs (9.5 kg) empty |
| Storage Capacity | 240TB (12 x 20TB enterprise drives) |
| OS Support | macOS 10.12+, Windows 8/10+, USB OS independent |
| Encryption | Controller-based hardware encryption engine |
| BBM Support | Optional (e.g., ARC-6120BAT021-T3) |
Areca ARC-8050T3U-12E – 240TB 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.
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.
