G-Technology recently announced the new G-RAID with Thunderbolt and USB 3.0, and the new G-RAID with USB 3.0 only. Both can accommodate up to 16TB of storage and up to 440MB/s of transfer rate (400MB/s for the USB 3.0 only). The new G-RAID uses enterprise class hard drives with a selectable RAID mode. Both variants of the new G-RAID come with USB 3.0 interface, a stylish aluminum design, and are compatible with Mac and Windows operating systems. They also come with a 3 year factory warranty. Check out more of its features and specifications below.
New G-RAID with Thunderbolt and G-RAID USB 3.0 Only Announced
G-RAID with Thunderbolt and USB 3.0
G-RAID with Thunderbolt is a high-performance, removable dual 7200RPM Enterprise-class hard drive storage system featuring both Thunderbolt 2 and USB 3.0 connectivity. For ultimate flexibility, choose between hardware RAID 0, 1 or JBOD to quickly access, browse, edit and backup your digital library.
With transfer rates up to 440MB/s, this ultra-fast storage solution is designed for the most demanding creative projects, easily supporting multistream HD, 2K and compressed 4K video workflows.
G-RAID USB 3.0 Only
G-RAID USB is a high-performance, removable RAID solution with dual 7200RPM Enterprise-class hard drives. Featuring an internal RAID controller, solid all-aluminum enclosure, and quiet cooling fan technology; it is quiet, stylish and portable.
G-RAID USB has USB 3.0 connectivity and the flexibility to choose between hardware RAID 0 (Performance), 1 (Protected) or JBOD to quickly access, browse, edit and backup your digital library. Ideal for storage-intensive applications like audio/video editing, digital photography, music libraries, and high-speed data backup, G-RAID USB provides massive storage capacity, reliability and performance.
G-RAID Specifications
Specifications | G-RAID with Thunderbolt | G-RAID with USB 3.0 |
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Capacity | 8TB, 12TB, 16TB | 8TB, 12TB, 16TB |
Interface | 2x Thunderbolt 2, 1x USB 3.0 | 1x USB 3.0 |
Hard Drives | 2x Enterprise Class 7200RPM SATA III | 2x Enterprise Class 7200RPM SATA III |
Compatibility | Mac OS® 10.9.2 + Windows® 8.1, 8 and 7 (via reformat) | Mac OS® 10.7 + Windows® 8.1, 8 & 7 (via reformat) |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 9.92" x 5.12" x 3.58" | 9.92" x 5.12" x 3.58" |
Kit Contents | G-RAID with Thunderbolt dual drive storage system (1) Thunderbolt cable (1) USB 3.0 cable (compatible with USB 2.0) Quick Start Guide Power cable AC power adapter 3-Year limited warranty | G-RAID USB removable dual-drive storage system (1) USB 3.0 Quick Start Guide Power cable AC power adapter 3-Year limited warranty |
Price and Availability
The new G-RAID will become available starting March 2015. The new G-RAID with Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 comes with a manufacture suggested retail prices of $1,299.95 for 16TB, $999.95 for 12TB and $799.95 for 8TB. Meanwhile, the G-RAID with USB 3.0 (delivering speed of up to 400MB/s) comes with an MSRP of $1,199.95 for 16TB, $799.95 for 12TB and $599.95 for 8TB.