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2017-03-01T10:31:03
I have bought several variations on this drive over the years, and I've always been impressed. This time, I wanted a fast, reliable, large-capacity work-horse to serve as a redundant back-up drive. I didn't have to think twice about what I would order. This is a great drive.
WARREN H.
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Silver
Aluminum
2 bays supporting: 2.5" SATA drives, 3.5" SATA drives
16TB
512MB
2x 8TB Toshiba N300 Series 7,200RPM Enterprise Class NAS Hard Disk Drive with 256 MB cache
Yes
Independent volumes bootable in macOS
Yes
RAID 0
RAID 1
SPAN
JBOD
Hardware RAID
1x Host Port - USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) up to 10Gb/s (1250MB/s) - USB 2.0/3.0 backwards compatible
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Port up to 10Gb/s (1250MB/s) - USB 2.0/3.0 backwards compatible
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports up to 10Gb/s (1250MB/s) - USB 2.0/3.0 backwards compatible
USB 3.2 Gen 2 : Up to 10Gb/s (or 1250MB/s)
SATA/RAID Controller: 1x Asmedia ASM-1352R
USB Hub: 1x Genesys Logic GL-3590
This device will connect at the maximum speed supported by your computer:
Most Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) equipped computers (2016 or later) - 10Gb/s (1250MB/s)
Most USB 3.0 or USB 3.1 Gen 1 (USB-A or USB-C) equipped computers (2015 and earlier) - 5Gb/s (600MB/s)
Most USB 2.0 equipped computers (2011 and earlier) - 480MB/s
Supports Chromebook, tablet, or phone with a USB-C port
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
OS X 10.9 Mavericks
OS X 10.10 Yosemite
OS X 10.11 El Capitan
macOS 10.12 Sierra
macOS 10.13 High Sierra
macOS 10.14 Mojave
macOS 10.15 Catalina
macOS 11.x Big Sur
macOS 12.x Monterey
macOS 13.x Ventura
macOS 14.x Sonoma
macOS 15.x Sequoia
Windows 7 32-bit Edition
Windows 7 64-bit Edition
Windows Home Server 2011
Windows 8 32-bit Edition
Windows 8 64-bit Edition
Windows 8.1 32-bit Edition
Windows 8.1 64-bit Edition
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows 10 32-bit Edition
Windows 10 64-bit Edition
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2022
Windows 11
Yes
iPadOS 13
iPadOS 14
iPadOS 13
iPadOS 14
iPadOS 15
iPadOS 16
iPadOS 17
iPadOS 18
Android 10.x
Android 11.x
Android 12.x
Android 13.x
Chrome OS
No
Yes
External UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
100-240V, 50-60Hz, 2A
+12V, 6A
72W
1x 60mm 2,500RPM cooling fan
Yes
Yes
CE, FCC, VCCI, RCM, BSMI
Operating: 41 Degree F to 95 Degree F (5 Degree C to 35 Degree C)
Non-Operating: -4 Degree F to 140 Degree F (-20 Degree C to 60 Degree C)
Operating: -1,000 to 10,000' (-304.8 to 3,048.0m)
Non-Operating: -1,000 to 40,000' (-304.8 to 12,192.0m)
Operating: 8% to 90% non-condensing
Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
9.4 x 3.3 x 5.8" (23.9 x 8.5 x 14.7cm)
6.31 lbs (2.9kg)
810586035521
Steady and Reliable -- and not expensive!
By WARREN H.
I have bought several variations on this drive over the years, and I've always been impressed. This time, I wanted a fast, reliable, large-capacity work-horse to serve as a redundant back-up drive. I didn't have to think twice about what I would order. This is a great drive.
Become the digital desktop centerpiece with the OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual 2-Bay 16TB (2x8TB) USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID Array with 3-Port Hub. This sleek and modern storage solution is designed to seamlessly integrate into any workspace, offering nearly limitless options for enhancing your digital lifestyle. Universally compatible with USB, this device is perfect for handling diverse workflows, whether you're in a high-demand production studio or a home office.
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The Mercury Elite Pro Dual is equipped with all the necessary cables for connecting to any computer or USB-equipped mobile device, and its whisper-quiet design ensures a distraction-free work environment. This versatile solution offers multiple bays and options, allowing you to configure it with your choice of 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SSDs or HDDs. The built-in hardware RAID provides enhanced data protection or maximum throughput, catering to your specific needs.
For added convenience, the OWC Dock Ejector software allows for single-click drive and dock ejection, ensuring all data is safely written before any drive is unmounted, protecting against accidental data loss or corruption. Compact and lightweight, the Mercury Elite Pro Dual measures 5.8 inches high by 3.3 inches wide and weighs under four pounds with SSDs installed, making it easy to transport and leaving ample workspace.
Universally compatible with any Mac or PC with an available USB port, this device supports cross-platform work with OWC MacDrive software (available separately). Pre-formatted in the native HFS+ macOS and iPadOS file system, it offers plug-and-play convenience without the need for reformatting. Secure your workflow with OWC ClingOn custom cable stabilizers (available separately), which screw into the housing to prevent accidental disconnections in busy environments.
Start working immediately with the included high-quality USB connecting cables, ensuring a hassle-free setup with any USB machine. The OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual is the ultimate do-it-all, works-with-all solution, putting you in control of your digital workspace.
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