• Hardware RAID Levels: 0, 1, 10, 3, 5, 6, Single Disk, JBOD.
• High performance 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 interface.
• Support a USB-C (or) USB X.X computer port.
• Support simultaneous 4K in/output workflow.
• EFI Option ROM supported for macOS multi-boot.
• Configuration by the Thunderbolt/LAN port/LCD.
• 1 x 40Gb/s Thunderbolt™ 3 Type-C Cable Included (1 Meter).
• Areca Chassis – 3 Year RTB Manufacturer Warranty.
Original price was: £ 1,270.00.£ 999.95Current price is: £ 999.95. | £ 1,199.94 inc VAT
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– The UK Areca RAID Experts!The ARC-8050T3U-4A is a desktop-class RAID storage enclosure featuring four hot-swappable bays, compatible with both 3.5″ and 2.5″ SAS III or SATA III drives for maximum flexibility in storage configurations.
Equipped with dual Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports supporting up to 40 Gb/s transfer speeds, the enclosure ensures optimal throughput for demanding workflows, such as 4K and 8K video editing. A USB 3.2 interface offers additional compatibility for non-Thunderbolt systems.
An integrated 800 MHz single-core RAID-on-Chip (ROC) processor and 1GB DDR3-800 ECC cache deliver hardware-accelerated RAID performance, ensuring consistent data integrity and accelerated multitasking for professional workloads.
The unit supports a comprehensive range of RAID levels, including 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, Single Disk, and JBOD, providing robust data protection, redundancy, and performance tuning for a variety of storage applications.
Up to five additional ARC-8050T3U enclosures can be daisy-chained via Thunderbolt 3, supporting large-scale storage expansion to meet growing data requirements without performance degradation.
A DisplayPort 1.2 output allows direct connection of up to an 8K (30 Hz) UHD monitor, enabling streamlined workflows by combining storage and display connectivity through a single interface.
An integrated Gigabit Ethernet port enables remote system setup, monitoring, and management independent of Thunderbolt host connectivity, catering to environments requiring centralized control or headless deployment.
The enclosure incorporates a 150W internal power supply and is cooled by a high-efficiency 2700rpm fan, ensuring thermal stability and reliable operation during sustained high-throughput tasks.
Official support extends to macOS 10.12 and later, as well as Windows 8/10 and newer, making the ARC-8050T3U-4A a versatile solution for multi-platform IT environments.
Compact and robust, the enclosure measures approximately 123 mm (W) x 165.6 mm (H) x 232 mm (D) and weighs 3.6 kg, designed for desktop deployment in professional studios or data centers.
The unit supports up to 88TB of total raw storage using four 22TB drives, accommodating large files and high-volume workloads common in video production and enterprise backup applications.
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Drive Bays | 4 x 3.5″/2.5″ SAS III/SATA III (Hot-swappable) |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, Single Disk, JBOD |
| Processor | 800 MHz single-core SAS ROC |
| Cache | 1GB DDR3-800 ECC |
| Host Interfaces | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C), 1 x USB 3.2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 (8K, 30 Hz) |
| Ethernet | 1 x 1Gbps RJ45 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 123 x 165.6 x 232 mm |
| Weight | 3.6 kg |
| Power Supply | 150W, internal |
| Model | ARC-8050T3U-4A (External PSU Version) |
| Form Factor | Desktop 4-Bay |
| Drive Bays | 4 x 3.5″/2.5″ SAS/SATA (6Gb/s) |
| Host Interface | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C), 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB Compatibility | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 10, 3, 5, 6, Single Disk, JBOD |
| I/O Processor | One Core 800 MHz SAS ROC |
| On-Board Cache | 1GB DDR3-800 SDRAM |
| Cooling | 1 x 2700rpm fan |
| Power Supply | External 150W |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.84 x 6.51 x 9.11 in (123 x 165.6 x 232 mm) |
| Weight | 8.0 lbs / 3.6 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0 ~ 35°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing |
| Display | LCD panel with push buttons |
| Management | LAN port (10/100/1000 Ethernet), Thunderbolt, LCD, browser-based McRAID, ArcSAP utility |
| OS Support | Thunderbolt 3: macOS 10.12 or later, Windows 8/10 or later; USB: OS Independent |
| Encryption | SED (self-encrypting drives) supported; controller-level hardware encryption not available for 4-bay |
| Sound Pressure Level | 37 dB |
| Daisy Chaining | Up to 6 devices via Thunderbolt |
| Display Output | DisplayPort 1.4 (8K 30Hz support) |
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.
Original price was: £ 40.00.£ 29.95Current price is: £ 29.95. | £ 35.94 inc VAT
