OWC ThunderBlade X12 12-Bay Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD Storage Solution 48TB (12x4TB)

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Key Features

  • Experience blazing-fast speeds with this Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD, reaching up to 6500MB/s!
  • Safeguard your critical data with flexible RAID configurations (0, 1, 4, 5, 10) for superior data redundancy.
  • Ideal for video editors needing high-speed storage; supports up to two 8K or three 4K displays.
  • Maximize workflow efficiency with a massive 96TB capacity, perfect for large media files and archives.
  • This 12-bay SSD array ensures reliability for demanding applications, backed by a 3-year warranty.
  • Enjoy seamless compatibility; supports Mac (macOS 14.x Sonoma) and Windows 11 for diverse workflows.
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OWC ThunderBlade X12 12-Bay Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD Storage Solution Specifications

  • Available Capacities

    12TB (12x1TB), 24TB (12x2TB), 48TB (12x4TB), 96TB (12x8TB)

  • Color

    Black

  • Material

    Aluminum

  • Drive Bays

    12 bays

  • Useable Capacity

    12TB:
    11.52TB
    768GB Allocated to real-time data redundancy and error correction

    24TB:
    23.04TB
    1536GB Allocated to real-time data redundancy and error correction

    48TB:
    46.08TB
    3072GB Allocated to real-time data redundancy and error correction

    96TB:
    96TB
    2304GB Allocated to real-time data redundancy and error correction

  • Drive Mechanism

    OWC Aura Pro IV PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive:
    12TB: 12x1TB
    24TB: 12x2TB
    48TB: 12x4TB
    96TB: 12x8TB

  • Plug and Play

    Yes

  • Hot Plug Support

    Yes

  • Boot Support

    Mac Only: Boot volume must be independent from RAID volume.

  • Drive Format

    Formatted as an 12 disk SoftRAID RAID 0 for Mac

  • Storage Interface

    M.2 NVMe (PCIe 4.0)

  • RAID Capable

    Yes

  • Default RAID Level

    RAID 0

  • RAID Levels Supported

    RAID 0
    RAID 1
    RAID 4
    RAID 5
    RAID 10

  • RAID Features

    Software RAID

  • Device Ports

    1x Host Port - Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) up to 80Gb/s
    1x Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) Port

  • Display Support

    Up to two 8K @ 120Hz,
    or three 4K @ 144Hz

  • Display Support by Port

    Thunderbolt 5 up to two 8K @ 120Hz or three 4K @ 144Hz via a native Thunderbolt 5 display or other displays that support USB-C connections and DisplayPort 2.1

  • Data Transfer Rate (Maximum)

    Thunderbolt 5: Up to 80Gb/s

  • Benchmark Speed, Read (Max)

    Up to 6500MB/s

  • Benchmark Speed, Write (Max)

    Up to 6500MB/s

  • Chipset / Controller

    Intel JHL9480

  • Host Interface Requirements

    Thunderbolt 5 port
    Thunderbolt 4 port
    Thunderbolt 3 port (Mac Only)
    USB4 port

  • Mac OS Compatibility

    macOS 14.x Sonoma
    macOS 15.x Sequoia

  • PC OS Compatibility

    Windows 11

  • Other OS Compatibility

    Thunderbolt 5 for Mac requires macOS 15.x or later.
    Thunderbolt 5 for PC requires Windows 11 version 22H2 or later.
    Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 connections on an Apple silicon Mac require macOS version 14.x or later.
    Thunderbolt 3 support is Mac only and requires macOS version 15.x or later.
    Chromebook or Surface systems require the latest version of Chrome OS.
    Linux users should use the latest version of Ubuntu.

  • Driver Required

    SoftRAID Only
    SoftRAID automatically checks for the latest version. Launch the app and follow the prompts if displayed to complete the SoftRAID update.

  • Other Requirements

    The SoftRAID serial number will work with both Mac and Windows but can only be active on one computer at a time. Additional seats can be purchased.
    SoftRAID works with Windows 11 or later and macOS 10.14 or later. SoftRAID is licensed per computer.

  • Supports OWC ClingOn

    Yes

  • External Power Adapter

    Yes

  • Power Supply

    External UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply

  • AC Input

    100-240V, 50-60Hz, 2.0A

  • DC Output

    +12V, 12.5A

  • Wattage

    150W

  • Security Slot

    No

  • Power/Activity LED

    Yes

  • Certifications

    CE
    FCC
    VCCI
    RCM
    UKCA
    IC

  • Ambient Temperature

    Operating: 50 Degree F to 95 Degree F (10 Degree C to 35 Degree C)
    Non-Operating: -40 Degree F to 149 Degree F (-40 Degree C to 65 Degree C)

  • Altitude

    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)

  • Humidity

    Operating: 8% to 90% non-condensing
    Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing

  • Noise

    0.0dB

  • Dimensions (L x W x H)

    9.3 x 5.4 x 2.5" (23.6 x 13.8 x 6.3cm)

  • Weight

    8.56 lbs (3.9kg)

  • UPC Code

    810179171216

About OWC ThunderBlade X12 12-Bay Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD Storage Solution

The fastest and highest capacity production shuttle and editing RAID SSD in the universe

Portable Production & Editing Perfection
You've told us ThunderBlade is the best production drive in the universe. But you needed more. Bigger capacity for massive projects. Breakthrough speed to streamline ingestion and backup times on set. Rock-solid RAID 5 reliability. Oh yeah, and if not too much trouble, make it small enough to still be a shuttle drive.

Thunderblade X12 is the ground-breaking advancement you've asked for to make seemingly impossible video workflows fast, simple, and seamless. With up to 6600MB/s peak and 5990MB/s sustained write speeds thanks to its Thunderbolt 5 technology, ThunderBlade X12 doubles the performance of its highly acclaimed predecessor. Up to 96TB of storage - 3x more than previously available - is under your control with SoftRAID Premium, the fastest, most powerful and flexible RAID tool on the planet.

The TL;DR to ThunderBlade X12
It's the perfect portable solution with the highest performance, efficiency, and dependability for film and streaming service content production as well as cutting-edge multi-cam 4K, 6K, or 8K RAW sequences, 12K RAW video and beyond, or even stereoscopic 360 VR editing.

Breakthrough
Up to 6600MB/s peak speed with blazing-fast 5990MB/s consistent sustained write speed over the entire volume

Silent
Heat dissipating fanless aluminum chassis keeps you working at top speed

Massive
12 NVMe M.2 SSDs for up to 96TB

Informative
Confirm use status instantly via a configurable LED

Includes SoftRAID
Robust software for creating, monitoring, and managing advanced RAID sets

Mobile
Compact footprint and custom-fit ballistic hard-shell case make this the perfect shuttle drive

Versatile
Daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices or connect a USB-C device via the second Thunderbolt port

Certified
Meets Intel Thunderbolt and OWC operating certifications for assured performance and reliability

Secure
Non-skid rubber feet, locking power connector, and OWC ClingOn ready for on-set use

Unleash Your Pro Potential
Adaptability is a key component to your filmmaking success. One day, the job may require working on a Netflix documentary with a range of Sony cameras or ARRI Amiras and Alexa Minis. The next, you're diving into narrative content with an ARRI Alexa LF, creating commercial magic with a RED V-Raptor, filming aerials with a RED Komodo-X, or engineering cutting-edge camera arrays for complex VFX projects. Whatever the job throws at you and your team, you will unleash your potential with the ThunderBlade X12.

Built for On-Set Efficiency
When you're on location, speed is everything. Offload your memory cards at breakneck speeds, ensuring no downtime and complete data reliability with RAID 5. Trust in your gear means focusing on the creative process.

Master the Toughest Workflows
From multi-cam sequences and 8K RAW to intricate VFX, this plug-and-play external storage is a powerhouse. It's designed to handle the heaviest data loads and keep you moving, all while being easily transportable.

Rock-Solid Shuttle Drive
In the world of high-stakes production, your shuttle drive needs to be as dependable as the crew. ThunderBlade X12 offers blazing fast, highly reliable data transfer, ready to be shipped safely across the globe without a hiccup.

Pro-Grade Centralized Storage
Keep all your files centralized and at your fingertips for stress-free editing and data management even on the largest projects.

2x Faster Multi-Camera Ingest
In the fast-paced, tight-budget world of filmmaking where time is money, every minute saved is critical. Whether you're juggling multiple cameras or offloading a variety of media cards simultaneously, you'll keep your production running ahead of schedule by ingesting twice as fast with ThunderBlade X12. DITs can now simultaneously ingest multiple media types at full speeds:

• Up to 2 CODEX Compact Drives simultaneously via Thunderbolt at full speeds (ARRI)
• Up to 4 CFexpress Type B 2.0 cards simultaneously via Thunderbolt at full speeds (RED V-Raptor, Komodo-X, Pyxis 6K, Sony Burano, Canon C400, Nikon Z9, and more)
• Up to 5 AXS-A cards simultaneously via Thunderbolt at full speeds (Sony Venice, Venice 2, and more)
• Up to 7 CFexpress Type A 2.0 cards simultaneously at full speeds (Sony FX6, FX3, A7sIII, and more)
• Up to 10 CFast 2.0 cards simultaneously at full speeds (RED Komodo, BlackMagic Cinema Camera 6K, ARRI Alexa Mini, etc.)
• Up to 20 SD UHS-II V90 cards simultaneously at full speeds (Canon C80, C70, Panasonic S5II, GH7, and more)

Plentiful Port Possibilities
You can never have enough ports for connectivity. That's why the ThunderBlade X12 gives you an extra Thunderbolt port so you can daisy-chain additional Thunderbolt devices and place a USB-C device at the end of your chain to create plentiful possibilities.

Purposefully Built for RAID 5
With ThunderBlade X12, you no longer must sacrifice capacity and performance to achieve RAID 5 peace of mind data reliability. 12 NVMe SSDs and Thunderbolt 5 let you work at the speed of thought with the highest capacity and performance available in a shuttle RAID SSD. Now you can streamline on-set and editing tasks while adhering to mandatory requirements (the 3-2-1 Principle) when producing content for large studios such as Netflix.

• Hold at least three copies of all original camera files (OCF) and audio
• Store the OCF and audio copies on at least two different types of media
• Keep at least one of these backups in a different geographical location from the others

The Most Powerful RAID Tool on the Planet.
SoftRAID is the world's fastest and most flexible application to configure, maintain, and protect your RAID volumes on Mac and PC. OWC enclosures include 3 Years of SoftRAID Premium.

• High-Performance RAID 0/1/4/5/1+0 (10) volumes
• Predictive Health Monitoring proactively notifies of Volume and Disk issues well before failure - provided on your computer and remotely
• Seamless Cross-Platform Sharing with support for Apple-formatted APFS and HFS+ SoftRAID volumes between Mac and Windows at no additional cost
• 35+ Years of Experience of Pro Support to provide peace-of-mind with setup help, ongoing questions, or urgent disk issues
• And many more unique features

Your Preparedness Is Our Passion
Paying attention to seemingly insignificant details that prepare you to work uninterrupted is our passion. Besides keeping ThunderBlade X12 securely in place, the non-skid rubber feet elevate the heat dissipating aluminum housing to prevent thermal throttling. The power cord locking connector keeps you up and running in active workspaces. OWC ClingOn custom cable stabilizers (available separately) screw into ThunderBlade X12 to stabilize your Thunderbolt cable connections. When you're done and ready to ship it off, the ThunderBlade X12 comes with a ballistic hard-shell carrying case.

Pre-Tested = Certified Ready
Like all OWC storage products, ThunderBlade X12 underwent rigorous development testing processes, including intensive mandatory Thunderbolt certification. Because we understand having confidence in your gear's reliability is paramount, every ThunderBlade X12 undergoes our rigorous multi-hour "burn-in" performance certification prior to shipping with a Thunderbolt connecting cable. This ensures your ThunderBlade X12 arrives operating properly and immediately ready for demanding use.

Discover the OWC Difference
Since 1988, our mission has focused on maximizing the usefulness and longevity of your technology investment. Our business operations share that same sustainability commitment. As the first 100% on-site wind powered technology manufacturer/distributor in the U.S., we now generate excess power. 97% of solid waste is recycled. These and other actions have resulted in our headquarters being Energy Star and LEED Platinum certified.

Work with Ultimate Confidence
Active workspaces expose gear to unexpected bumps and shoves. OWC ClingOn custom cable stabilizers (available separately) screw into the OWC ThunderBlade X12 to reduce - if not completely eliminate - cable strain on Thunderbolt and USB-C connections so you can work with ultimate confidence even in the highest foot traffic environments.

OWC Thunderbolt Cable Included
OWC ThunderBlade X12 comes with a certified 0.7M OWC Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) Cable. But if your workflow demands a different length to make the connection, OWC Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) Cables are the perfect choice.

OWC ThunderBlade X12 12-Bay Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD Storage Solution Features

  • Breakthrough: Up to 6600MB/s peak speed with blazing-fast 5990MB/s consistent sustained write speed over the entire volume
  • Massive: 12 NVMe M.2 SSDs for up to 96TB
  • Includes SoftRAID: Robust software for creating, monitoring, and managing advanced RAID sets
  • Versatile: Daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices or connect a USB-C device via the second Thunderbolt port
  • Secure: Non-skid rubber feet, locking power connector, and OWC ClingOn ready for on-set use
  • Silent: Heat dissipating fanless aluminum chassis keep you working at top speed
  • Informative: Confirm use status instantly via a configurable LED
  • Mobile: Compact footprint and custom-fit ballistic hard-shell case make this the perfect shuttle drive
  • Certified: Meets Intel Thunderbolt and OWC operating certifications for assured performance and reliability

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Experience blazing-fast speeds with this Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD, reaching up to 6500MB/s!
  • Safeguard your critical data with flexible RAID configurations (0, 1, 4, 5, 10) for superior data redundancy.
  • Ideal for video editors needing high-speed storage; supports up to two 8K or three 4K displays.
  • Maximize workflow efficiency with a massive 96TB capacity, perfect for large media files and archives.
  • This 12-bay SSD array ensures reliability for demanding applications, backed by a 3-year warranty.
  • Enjoy seamless compatibility; supports Mac (macOS 14.x Sonoma) and Windows 11 for diverse workflows.

What's in the box:

  • OWC / Other World Computing ThunderBlade X12 12-Bay Thunderbolt 5 NVMe RAID SSD External Storage Solution with SoftRAID
  • 28" Thunderbolt 5 (80Gb/s) Cable
  • External Power Supply
  • US Power Cable (3-Prong IEC C13)
  • Ballistic Hard-Shell Travel Case
  • 3 Years of SoftRAID Premium Access (License Located on Device)
  • User Manual
  • OWC / Other World Computing 3 Year Limited Warranty