OWC
OWC 24TB ThunderBay 4 JBOD Edition
Elevate your creative workflow with the OWC ThunderBay 4 JBOD Edition, a powerful 4-bay drive enclosure offering a substantial 24TB of storage via dual Thunderbolt 2 ports. Designed for demanding professional applications, this unit supports independent drive configurations (JBOD) or software RAID for performance and redundancy. Its robust cooling system, featuring an open, flow-thru vented design and a quiet, oversized fan, ensures reliable operation. The ThunderBay 4 also includes DisplayPort 1.2 support for external 4K displays, making it an indispensable tool for intensive production environments.
$1149.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
84
/ 188
#84 in Hard Drive Arrays
Price vs Category Average
-46%
Below average
Capacity
24
/ TB Total Storage
Who it's for
- High-Speed Thunderbolt Connectivity
- Massive Storage Capacity
- User-Configurable RAID Flexibility
Who should skip it
- Potential Fan Noise
- Premium Price Point
- Reliance on Software RAID
Key Specs
Capacity
24TB Total Storage
Interface Type
Thunderbolt 2
Drive Bays
Four 3.5" bays
Max Data Transfer Speed
Up to 729MB/s read / 628MB/s write (RAID 0)
Cooling Mechanism
Open "flow-thru" vented design with 92mm fan
Power Source
External UL listed 3-prong power cable
Model Number
OWCTB2IVT24.0S
Warranty
3-Year Solution Limited Warranty
Features
- Massive 24TB storage capacity
- High-speed Thunderbolt 2 connectivity
- Four 3.5" drive bays
- RAID-ready for flexible configurations
- Supports up to 4K displays
- Quiet, efficient cooling system
- Front panel lock for security
- Includes 3-Year Limited Warranty
What customers say
Professional users overwhelmingly value the OWC ThunderBay 4 for its exceptional speed and robust reliability, essential for demanding 4K and 8K video workflows powered by Thunderbolt. The build quality inspires confidence in data security. Its JBOD flexibility is highly praised, letting power users customize drive configurations externally rather than being restricted by proprietary systems. While the initial investment is noted as premium, customers see this enclosure as a critical, high-performance tool that anchors their workflow. The effective cooling system is sometimes accompanied by noticeable fan noise under heavy use, a trade-off accepted for superior speed and long-term dependability.
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