{"product_id":"owc-thunderblade-16tb-thunderbolt3-2-5-external-ssd-1","title":"OWC Thunderblade 16TB Thunderbolt3 2.5\" External SSD","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThunderbolt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-fast read speeds up to 2949 MB\/s for seamless 8K RAW and high-res video editing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 32TB capacity with a scalable NVMe M.2 SSD configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftRAID software included for RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, 10 support and predictive health monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFanless aluminium chassis ensures silent operation and effective passive heat dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and portable design with ballistic hard-shell travel case for on-the-go professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThunderbolt 3 interface delivers up to 40 Gb\/s bandwidth with daisy chaining for up to 5 devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports 5K and 4K display output, enhancing workstation flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-plug and boot support compatible with Mac boot volumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust build with optional cable stabiliser for secure connections in mobile environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a 3-year OWC warranty and premium SoftRAID support for reliability and peace of mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive Bays: 4 bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Capacity: 2.0TB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive Mechanism: (4) 500GB OWC Aura Ultra IV PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug and Play: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot Plug Support: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoot Support: Mac Only: Boot volume must be independent from RAID volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive Format: Formatted as 4-disk RAID 0 for Mac. 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