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Owc Gemini 2-bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Enclosure

Owc Gemini 2-bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Enclosure
  • Product Code: eq146273
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$899.97 $1,106.96

Producers and content creators alike can easily scale their storage needs to save video clips, photos, and music with the robust and flexible OWC Gemini 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Enclosure.

Providing you with two 2.5/3.5" drive bays, you can easily install a variety of HDDs or SSDs, allowing you to scale your storage in accordance to your media files, data, and more. Equipped with a hardware RAID controller with the ability to utilize software RAID systems, the Gemini supports RAID 0, 1, SPAN, and JBOD levels, allowing you to set the parameters of your system to your liking. The Gemini connects to your host system via Thunderbolt 3 ports with daisy-chaining capabilities and also includes two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports for peripheral support. A 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port supports networking capabilities with online management using optional software. You can connect a wide range of displays to the Gemini using the HDMI video output, producing up to 8K resolution at 120 Hz for a clear and fluid picture. With a front-facing SD card reader, you can manage data from your mobile devices such as phones, tablets, cameras, and more. A single 60mm 3000 rpm fan keeps your drives cool under extreme loads and optimize the lifespan of your equipment.

2 x 2.5/3.5" Drive Bays    2 x Thunderbolt 3 | 2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2    1 x 2.5 GbE LAN Port    1 x HDMI 2.1 Port    SD Card Reader    Hardware RAID Controller    Supports SPAN, RAID 0, 1, & JBOD    Kensington Security Slot    60mm Cooling Fan

Key Specs
RAIDYes, Supported RAID Modes: JBOD / 0 / 1
Number of Bays2x 2.5"/3.5" SATA III
Inputs/Outputs2x USB-C Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s)
2x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
1x RJ45 2.5GbE
Drives
RAIDYes, Supported RAID Modes: JBOD / 0 / 1
General
Number of Bays2x 2.5"/3.5" SATA III
Inputs/Outputs2x USB-C Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s)
2x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
1x RJ45 2.5GbE
Media Card SlotsSD
Software
OS CompatibilityWindows 10 to 11
Windows Server 2016
macOS 12 to 13
Linux
Chrome OS 107 or Later
Security
EncryptionNo
Security FeaturesKensington Security Slot
Electrical
Input Power100 to 240 VAC, 60 / 50 Hz at 2.0 A
12 VDC at 10 A
Power Consumption120 W
Physical
Operating Conditions41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C at 8 to 90% Humidity
Storage Conditions-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C at 5 to 95% Humidity
CertificationsCE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI, RCM
Cooling1x 3000 rpm 60 mm Fan
Material of ConstructionAluminum
Dimensions9.4 x 5.8 x 3.3" / 23.9 x 14.7 x 8.4 cm
Weight3.5 lb / 1.6 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight6.405 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)13.2 x 10.2 x 4.8"

The Gemini uses two Thunderbolt 3 ports to send and receive data with speeds up to 40 GB/s. Additionally, a single Thunderbolt 3 host port supports up to 4K and 8K video resolution with refresh rates up to 120 and 60 Hz, respectively. It also uses Power Delivery technology to power your system while connected, preventing progress interruptions.

Connect your peripherals, printers, and more with the dual USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports. Giving you up to 10 GB/s data transfer speeds and support for resource-demanding devices, you can optimize the throughput of your devices for enhanced speeds with lower latency.

The OWC Gemini features a 2.5 GB/s Ethernet port so you can transfer files and work up to 2.5x faster over wired networks and enjoy increased productivity in an IP-based workflow. Great for shared workspaces and workflows, file transfers breeze by quickly so you spend less time setting up and more time getting to work.

Safely disconnect multiple drives in a single click. OWC Dock Ejector was designed by OWC hardware and software engineers to ensure all data is written before disconnection, saving time and protecting against data loss. It makes losing your hard-earned work a thing of the past.

OWC Innergize is the first stage of the Capture to Completion ecosystem of OWC products, designed to provide professional photographers, videographers, and content creators with enhanced and streamlined workflow performance and reliability. This OWC custom-designed app is a complete health, performance, and field upgrade management tool when using OWC Atlas memory cards with OWC Atlas readers and reader equipped products.

You can use the Gemini on number of different operating systems with ease, giving you enhanced flexibility where you need it. It is compatible with:

  • Windows 11, 10, and Server 2016
  • macOS 12.x and 13.x
  • iPadOS 15 and 16
  • Linux
  • ChromeOS 107 or Later

Designed for flexibility, the Gemini includes vast support for a number of systems and operations including:

  • Hot Plug Support
  • Boot Support
  • Jumbo Frame Support
  • Plug-and-Play Operation
  • RoHS Compliance

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this OWC enclosure handle 4x 10TB hard drives?

A: Yes, the OWC ThunderBay 4 0TB 4-Drive HDD Storage Enclosure with Dual Thunderbolt 3 Ports BH #OWCTB3IVKIT0 can handle 4 x 10TB drives.

Q: 2. why the money back to the card returned a week after the payment ?i ordered a hard drive (472$ owc )i am from Kazakhstan,i wrote my address,can you make shipping for Kazakhstan?

A: I apologize, but this type of request cannot be taken care of through this feature of our website. Please contact our Customer Service department by entering Live Chat, emailing directly to cs@a href= http://bhphoto.com, target= _blank bhphoto.com,/a or calling us toll-free at 800.221.5743.

Q: 3. I believe the drives in this device are not spec'd as being enterprise - is this correct?

A: Correct, they are not Enterprise drives.

Q: 4. Is TB3 support Power delivery to MBP?

A: There is only 15W available, so in effect there is no power delivery.

Q: 5. Im getting this from singapore, what is the basic warranty for this item? Thanks!

A: Empty enclosures carry a one year manufacturer's warranty.

Q: 6. What is the largest capacity this raid can hold for a single drive? 24TB?

A: Yes, 24TB is the largest capacity a single drive can be in the OWC Gemini 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Enclosure.

Q: 7. Does this have an on off switch?

A: The OWC Gemini 2-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Raid Enclosure does not have a physical switch.

Q: 8. Does the TB3 port supply power to a MacBook Pro?

A: No, it does not.

Q: 9. What is the best cable to use to connect to the displayport? Can you use a DVI cable with a displayport adaptor? If so, which one is recommended?

A: It all depends on the monitor, but if you wish to use a DVI monitor then an adapter cable such as that should work fine.

Q: 10. If a drive fails, can a user replace the drive and will it automatically bring it back in synch (assuming SoftRaid 5)?

A: Depending on the mechanism for RAID rebuild, yes, a user can replace the drive. Please be sure to consult the user guide/manual for the drive replacement and RAID rebuild procedure. Procedures can vary from RAID level used to manufacturer.

13/09/2024

[120 W] I own a few of these and they have always been solid. ,Easy to build out and use.

5
08/09/2024

[120 W] So far so good - easy to set up with my own drives and support raid 5.

5
09/08/2024

[Aluminum] Love this 4 bay. I have it configured to 16TB and it's super fast and very quiet. Highly recommend

5
05/08/2024

[6.405 lb] I bought this drive for 4k video work hoping for good storage and fast read/write speeds. This RAID PEGGED the BlackMagic disk speed tester !! Very fast and has been very easy to use. One thing to be careful of is to make sure you have the proper software and installed correctly.

5
03/08/2024

[Aluminum] Perfect for my needs, quality item.
Great advice from B&H staff.

5
28/07/2024

[6.405 lb] Great bay, get around 430 read and write

5
26/07/2024

[120 W] This is not the fanciest RAID enclosure out there. And that is exactly why I like it. Plus, it looks simple / elegant. This thing stores data with great reads / writes over Thunderbolt 2. This enclosure does exactly what it advertises and it works well out of the box. The software was easy to set up and the machine has been reliable. I am certain that I will eventually get another one. SoftRAID takes no noticeable processing power from your host machine. I am really happy with this solution.

5
08/07/2024

[6.405 lb] After I purchased 2 Thunderbay 8 for my media server, I decided to gue the 4 bay version for my personal computer (All Macs) I used to have the hard drives in cradles, and I was getting corruption issues all the time. After moving to these enclosures I haven't experienced ANY issues with the drives. Did I tell you that the speed performance is unbeatable? From USB 3ish to Thunderbolt makes a BIG difference.

5
08/06/2024

[6.405 lb] Installation rapid, SoftRaid instructions were a bit fuzzy, but the help desk rapidly solved my question. With just one week of operation, everything is running as expected. Data transfers are very rapid.

5
09/05/2024

[Aluminum] I have been using this drive bay for over 2 months now set up as RAID 5 and it's performed quite well. It's fast enough for my needs (graphic design, front end web development, photography and vector illustration) and works well to archive files to once I am done working on my SSD. Keeps my SSD 'light' and I have more than enough storage for the type of work I do. I can rest easy knowing that the drive is expandable and can be daisy-chained if necessary. I would say that having this hooked up to the iMac makes it seem as if I'm still working w/ internal storage on my old mac pro, which is essentially where I pulled the drives from. I did have to do a bit of setup to get the RAID going (copy drives, wipe drives, reformat and then configure into RAID 5, then copy data back over.) Wasn't real difficult though... just took a little time.

5

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