In the world of high-performance storage, the OWC ThunderBlade 16TB SSD stands out as a dependable, fast, and portable solution built specifically for creative professionals and content creators who need uncompromising speed and reliability. This external SSD is designed to handle the toughest workloads, from rapid media offloading on set to smooth editing of 8K RAW footage, without breaking a sweat.
With read speeds up to 2949 MB/s and write speeds reaching 2464 MB/s in RAID 5, the ThunderBlade delivers real-world performance that matches the demands of video editors, DITs, and production teams. Its four NVMe M.2 drives can be configured using the included SoftRAID software, allowing for RAID setups that balance capacity and data protection seamlessly. This makes it an excellent choice for workflows that cannot afford to lose data or slow down.
The device’s fanless aluminium body ensures quiet operation while efficiently managing heat, critical for long editing sessions or fast-paced production environments. Its compact size, paired with a ballistic hard-shell travel case, means it’s built for mobility. perfect for those who need to shuttle between locations without compromising performance.
Thunderbolt 3 connectivity supports daisy chaining and can drive 5K or 4K displays, adding flexibility to any creative workstation setup. Backed by a three-year warranty and professional SoftRAID support, the OWC ThunderBlade 16TB SSD offers peace of mind alongside top-tier performance. For anyone serious about their craft, this is storage that won’t hold you back.
FEATURES
- Ultra-fast read speeds up to 2949 MB/s for seamless 8K RAW and high-res video editing
- Supports up to 32TB capacity with a scalable NVMe M.2 SSD configuration
- SoftRAID software included for RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, 10 support and predictive health monitoring
- Fanless aluminium chassis ensures silent operation and effective passive heat dissipation
- Compact and portable design with ballistic hard-shell travel case for on-the-go professionals
- Thunderbolt 3 interface delivers up to 40 Gb/s bandwidth with daisy chaining for up to 5 devices
- Supports 5K and 4K display output, enhancing workstation flexibility
- Hot-plug and boot support compatible with Mac boot volumes
- Robust build with optional cable stabiliser for secure connections in mobile environments
- Backed by a 3-year OWC warranty and premium SoftRAID support for reliability and peace of mind
SPECIFICATIONS
- Drive Bays: 4 bays
- Total Capacity: 2.0TB
- Drive Mechanism: (4) 500GB OWC Aura Ultra IV PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
- Plug and Play: Yes
- Hot Plug Support: Yes
- Boot Support: Mac Only: Boot volume must be independent from RAID volume.
- Drive Format: Formatted as 4-disk RAID 0 for Mac. To convert for PC, use SoftRAID for Windows
- Storage Interface: M.2 NVMe (PCIe 3.0)
- RAID Capable: Yes
- Default RAID Level: RAID 0
- RAID Levels Supported:
- RAID 0
- RAID 1
- RAID 4
- RAID 5
- RAID 10
- RAID Features: Software RAID
- Device Ports:
- (1) Host Port - Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) up to 40Gb/s (5000MB/s)
- (1) Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) Port
- UASP Support: UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is supported
- Display Support: Up to 5K display @ 60Hz, 4K display @ 60Hz, or 4K display @ 30Hz
- Display Support by Port: Thunderbolt 3: Up to 5K @ 60Hz via a native Thunderbolt 3 display or 4K @ 60Hz via a Thunderbolt display or a Type-C display adapter
- Data Transfer Rate (Maximum): Thunderbolt 3: Up to 40Gb/s (or 5000MB/s)
- Benchmark Speed, Read (Max): Up to 2719MB/s
- Benchmark Speed, Write (Max): Up to 2537MB/s
- Chipset / Controller: Thunderbolt 3: (1) Intel DSL6540
- Host Interface Requirements: Thunderbolt (Type-C) port (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt1)
- Mac OS Compatibility:
- macOS 10.13 High Sierra
- macOS 10.14 Mojave
- macOS 10.15 Catalina
- macOS 11.x Big Sur
- macOS 12.x Monterey
- macOS 13.x Ventura
- macOS 14.x Sonoma
- macOS 15.x Sequoia
- PC OS Compatibility
- Windows 10 64-bit Edition
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows 11
- Driver Required: SoftRAID Only
- Supports OWC ClingOn: Yes
- External Power Adapter: Yes
- Power Supply:
- External UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
- AC Input: 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 2.0A
- DC Output: +15V, 4.8A
- Wattage: 72W
- Security Slot: No
- Power/Activity LED: Yes
- Housing Colour: Black
- Housing Material: Aluminium
- Dimensions: 2.9 x 19.2 x 12.4 cm
- Weight: 676.0 g
- Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS
- Ambient Temperature:
- Operating: 10°C to 35°C
- Non-Operating: -40°C to 65°C
- Altitude:
- Operating: -304.8 m to 3,048.0 m
- Non-Operating: -304.8 m to 12,192.0 m
- Humidity:
- Operating: 8% to 90% non-condensing
- Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing
- Noise: 0.0dB
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
- OWC Thunderblade 16TB Thunderbolt3 2.5" External SSD x1
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