G-Technology G-RAID 12 TB with Removable Thunderbolt 3, Silver

Overview of the G‑Technology G‑RAID 12 TB with Removable Thunderbolt 3

The G‑Technology G‑RAID 12 TB with Removable Thunderbolt 3 is a high‑performance, removable storage solution designed for professionals who demand speed, reliability, and flexibility. Built around two 6 TB Seagate Ultrastar Enterprise Class hard drives, the unit offers a total of 12 TB usable capacity in either RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration, giving users the choice between maximum throughput or data redundancy.

Key Design Features

Removable Drive Bays

The chassis includes removable drive bays, allowing users to swap out drives without opening the enclosure. This design is ideal for on‑the‑go professionals who need to replace or upgrade drives quickly.

Single Fan Cooling

A single fan circulates air across the two drives, maintaining optimal operating temperatures while keeping noise levels low. The fan is engineered for quiet operation and long life, ensuring the unit stays cool even under heavy workloads.

Compact Form Factor

The enclosure measures 173 mm in height, making it a compact addition to any workstation or media production setup. Despite its small footprint, the unit supports up to 24 TB of total storage when fully populated with compatible drives.

Connectivity and Performance

Thunderbolt 3 Dual Ports

The G‑RAID features two Thunderbolt 3 ports (USB‑C 3.1), delivering up to 500 MB/s transfer speeds in both directions. Thunderbolt 3’s PCIe 3.0 lanes provide the bandwidth necessary for high‑resolution video editing, large media libraries, and other data‑intensive tasks.

USB 3.1 and HDMI

In addition to Thunderbolt, the unit offers a USB 3.1 port for legacy connections and an HDMI output. The HDMI port can be used to connect the drive directly to a monitor or TV for simple file browsing and media playback.

SATA III Internal Interface

Internally, the drives connect via SATA III (SATA 600), ensuring that each drive can reach its maximum rated speed. The internal interface is fully compatible with the latest Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra and a wide range of Windows 10 editions, including Education, Enterprise, Home, Pro, and IoT Core.

RAID Configuration Options

The G‑RAID supports both RAID 0 (striped) and RAID 1 (mirrored) modes. In RAID 0, users benefit from doubled throughput and full 12 TB capacity, ideal for tasks that require maximum speed. In RAID 1, the data is mirrored across both drives, providing a safety net against single‑drive failure while halving usable capacity to 6 TB.

Supported Operating Systems

The enclosure is fully compatible with:

• Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
• Windows 10 (Education, Enterprise, Home, Pro, 64‑bit, IoT Core)
• Windows 8.1

Drive Compatibility and Expansion

The G‑RAID is designed to house Seagate Ultrastar Enterprise Class drives, but it can also accommodate other 3.5‑inch SATA III HDDs that meet the same power and performance specifications. The enclosure’s maximum supported capacity is 24 TB, allowing users to add additional drives in future upgrades.

Physical Specifications

• Color: Silver
• Number of Supported Drives: 2
• Total Installed Storage Capacity: 12 TB (12,582,912 MB)
• Maximum Supported Capacity: 24 TB
• Number of Fans: 1
• External Interfaces: 2× Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.1, HDMI
• Internal Interface: SATA III (SATA 600)
• Host Ports: 2
• Removable Chassis Bays: Yes
• Package Height: 173 mm
• Product Status: New
• Product Type: Removable Hard‑Drive System

Why Choose the G‑Technology G‑RAID 12 TB?

The combination of removable drive bays, dual Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, and robust RAID options makes this enclosure a standout choice for video editors, photographers, and data professionals. Its sleek silver design complements any studio or office environment while its quiet fan and compact size keep the workspace tidy.

Conclusion

The G‑Technology G‑RAID 12 TB with Removable Thunderbolt 3 delivers a powerful, flexible storage solution that balances speed, capacity, and reliability. Whether you need to store massive media libraries or protect critical data with RAID 1, this enclosure provides the performance and peace of mind that professionals expect.