LaCie STEY12000400 12TB 2big Thunderbolt 2 Dual Disk Hardware RAID

For those who think outside the box, their storage should do the same - and it does with LaCie's 2big Thunderbolt™ 2 professional hardware RAID. This 12TB version (Model Number: STEY12000400) delivers everything you expect from LaCie™ - high capacity, lightning-fast speeds, and enterprise-class drives; but it’s more than that. Port by port, slot by slot, LaCie has designed a powerful docking station that gives back to you everything that modern laptops took away.

The LaCie 2big Thunderbolt 2 features speeds of up to 420MB/s thanks to Thunderbolt 2, a hardware RAID controller and 7200RPM disks. With these speeds, videographers can edit multiple 2K uncompressed 10-bit streams or play back compressed 4K video. Digital photographers can browse massive RAW photo libraries with zero lag. And audio pros using software like Avid® Pro Tools® will notice much smoother audio mixing. And thanks to USB 3.0, it can be connected to nearly any computer.

Plus, with the range of RAID modes with LaCie's 2big series, this gives users the flexibility to tailor their product to their needs. RAID 0** maximizes speed and capacity, while RAID 1 provides data protection if one disk fails. With hot-swappable disks, users can simply replace a disk – from the front – with zero data loss and no work interruption. The LaCie 2big even features JBOD, so users can see and work with each disk independently.

NOTE: ** Hot swapping will result in data loss in a RAID 0 array.

The cooling system effectively diverts heat from components, ensuring long-term reliability. The ultra-quiet Noctua NF-A6x25 FLX thermoregulated fan keeps the product cool, while producing nearly no noise. Additionally, integrated cable locks prevent accidental disconnection of the interface and power cables without compromising the look and design of the product.

Common uses for the 2big Thunderbolt 2 include:

• Digital Content Creation: Thunderbolt 2 bandwidth gives creative pros enough bandwidth to shave time off their workflows. Post-production pros can edit multiple 2K uncompressed 10-bit streams or playback compressed 4K video. Photographers will appreciate highly responsive library browsing. And audio pros using Avid® Pro Tools® and other software will notice much smoother audio mixing.
• Backup: Dramatic I/O speeds through Thunderbolt 2 or USB 3.0 mean incredibly fast backups on any workstation. At the same time, hardware RAID1 and effective cooling ensure complete reliability.
• Desktop Storage: Speed, capacity, and reliability make the LaCie 2 big an ideal solution for storing current projects. These features also make this product a perfect way to expand capacity for the new Mac Pro®.

LaCie 2big Thunderbolt 2 Includes:

• 2big Thunderbolt 2
• Thunderbolt cable
• USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0 compatible)
• External power supply
• Removable access panel
• RAID selection tool
• Quick Install Guide

LaCie 2big Thunderbolt 2 Features:

• Shocking speeds up to 420MB/s1
• Dual Thunderbolt 2 ports for 4K workflows
• Innovative design with RAID for reliability
• USB 3.0 for PC and Mac® compatibility
• System monitoring and email alerts for failure and warning events
• Front-facing drive status LEDs
• NOTE: 1 These transfer rates were achieved using AJA System Test when connected to a Mac computer via the Thunderbolt 2 interface. Actual data rates may vary depending on operating environment and other factors, such as chosen interface, RAID mode, RAID configuration, and disk capacity.

LaCie 2big Thunderbolt 2 Specifications:

• Model Number: STEY12000400
• Capacity: 12TB
• Storage Type: HDD
• Interface:
  • 2 × Thunderbolt 2
  • 1 × USB 3.0
• Max. Speeds: 420MB/s
• Internal Storage Media: 2 × 7200-RPM hard drives
• RAID:
  • Preconfigured HFS+ RAID 0
  • Hardware RAID 0/1/JBOD
• Security:
  • Kensington® lock compatible
  • Integrated cable lock (2big Thunderbolt 2)
• Cooling:
  • Aluminum enclosure with improved internal heat dissipation
  • Thermoregulated Noctua?®? cooling fan: effective and whisper-quiet cooling
• Software:
  • Intego® Backup Manager Pro for Mac
  • Genie® Backup Manager Pro for PC
  • LaCie RAID Manager (provides system monitoring and email alerts for temperature or RAID events)
• Dimensions (L x W x D): 8.54 x 4.29 x 5.11 in
• Weight: 5.95 lbs
• System Requirements:
  • Computer with a Thunderbolt™ 2, USB 3.0, Thunderbolt, or USB 2.0 port
  • Thunderbolt 2: Latest version of Windows® 7, Windows 8 / Mac OS® X 10.8.5 or later
  • USB 3.0: Windows 7, Windows 8, or Mac OS X 10.6 or later
  • Minimum free disk space: 600 MB recommended