Avastor 16TB XR4 Pro 4-Bay Rackmount Drive
The Avastor XR4 16TB Pro is a professional-grade, 4-bay rackmount storage solution designed for demanding applications. It offers a high-capacity 16TB of storage with a versatile trayless, screwless design for easy installation of up to four SATA HDDs. Featuring a configurable hardware RAID controller with multiple modes (0, 1, 3, 5, 10, SPAN, Independent), it ensures optimal performance and data protection. Connectivity is robust, with support for USB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800 for fast data transfers. Clear LED indicators provide status monitoring, and it's backed by a 3-Year Warranty.
$1095.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
70
/ 188
#70 in Hard Drive Arrays
Price vs Category Average
-49%
Below average
Storage Capacity
16
/ TB
Who it's for
- Robust Data Protection
- Blazing Fast Connectivity
- Optimized Rackmount Design
Who should skip it
- Premium Price Point
- Increased Operational Noise
- Advanced Configuration Required
Key Specs
Storage Capacity
16TB
Drive Bays
4
Supported Drive Interface
SATA I/II/III (3.5 inch)
Host Interfaces
USB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire 400, FireWire 800
RAID Modes Supported
0, 1, 3, 5, 10, SPAN, Independent
Cooling
Three ultra-quiet fans
Power Supply
Internal 100/240V switchable
Model Number
XR4-16TB
Features
- Trayless and screwless design for quick drive installation
- True Quad Interface for versatile connectivity
- User-configurable hardware RAID controller
- Quiet fan cooling for optimal operation
- Easy-to-read LED status indicators
- Supports up to four SATA hard drives
- Internal switchable power supply for global use
- Backed by a 3-Year Warranty
What customers say
Professional users highly value the Avastor 16TB XR4 Pro for its mission critical reliability and sustained performance. Reviewers consistently praise the robust rackmount build quality, noting its durability for demanding workflows. Speed and stability within performance RAID arrays are key strengths, justifying its professional designation. Integration into existing rack setups is straightforward, offering reliable connectivity. The primary friction points involve the high initial cost, which impacts the value perception for some prosumers compared to custom NAS builds, and the noticeable fan noise in quieter settings. Overall, the XR4 Pro is seen as a dependable, high performance workhorse delivering essential speed and data integrity for serious applications.
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