CalDigit
CalDigit T4 Thunderbolt 2 RAID Array Drive 8TB
The CalDigit T4 is a high-performance, 4-bay RAID storage solution featuring dual Thunderbolt 2 ports for exceptional speed and connectivity. Built with a durable aluminum enclosure, it's designed for demanding professional workflows, including 4K video editing. It offers flexible RAID configurations (0, 1, 5, JBOD) for balancing speed and data redundancy. Removable drive bays allow for easy access and maintenance. This robust storage unit is backed by an industry-leading 5-year warranty, ensuring reliability for your critical data.
$1699.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
84
/ 188
#84 in Hard Drive Arrays
Price vs Category Average
-20%
Below average
Capacity
16
/ TB
Who it's for
- High-Speed RAID Performance
- Robust Data Redundancy
- Durable Professional Build
Who should skip it
- Outdated Connectivity Standard
- Significant Operational Noise
- Limited Scalability/Capacity
Key Specs
Capacity
16TB
Drive Bays
4
Interface Type
Thunderbolt 2
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Up to 1375MB/s (with SSDs)
Construction Material
High Quality Aluminum
RAID Level Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, JBOD
Warranty Period
5 Year
Model Number
T4R-20000-US-150
Features
- Achieve high transfer speeds for demanding workflows
- Supports flexible RAID configurations (0, 1, 5, JBOD)
- Allows daisy-chaining via dual Thunderbolt 2 ports
- Durable, high-quality aluminum enclosure construction
- Offers single drive redundancy with RAID 5 mode
- Features removable drive bays for easy access
- Can configure two separate RAID volumes simultaneously
- Backed by an industry-leading 5-year warranty
What customers say
Professionals highly valued the CalDigit T4 RAID Array for its exceptional quality and reliable performance, especially within Thunderbolt 2 environments. Users consistently praised the robust aluminum build, which conveyed a sense of mission critical durability. The sustained transfer speeds were crucial for demanding workflows like 4K editing, supported by flexible RAID configurations offering both speed and redundancy. While the initial cost was high, cementing its professional positioning, the primary drawback noted was audible fan noise during peak operation. Despite newer standards emerging, the T4 remains respected for its stability and superior construction quality as a dependable storage workhorse.
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