Store your most important files and keep them safe from harm with the IoSafe 16TB Duo Disaster-Proof External Desktop Storagefrom IoSafe. This external drive bay currently houses two 3.5" 8TB hard drives that can be configured into RAID 0, 1, JBOD, or SPAN, allowing you to modify this array to fit your personal preference. IoSafe's disaster-proof technology ensures your drives remain operational even in the worst environments, withstanding up to 1550°F, and 72 hours submerged under water. Additionally, a locking front panel keeps the drives secure from the elements while a metal Kensington slot enables you to attach a cable lock, preventing possible theft. LED status indicators notify you on the health of your drives, general activity, and fan failure, assuring proper operation and stability.

On the rear of this external drive array is one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, providing data transfer speeds up to 10 Gb/s, making file organization fast and easy. Another USB Type-C port is accompanied by a USB Type-A port at the front of the device, allowing you to connect a variety of peripherals such as thumb drives or mobile devices for additional workstation flexibility.

IoSafe built the Duo to work with a variety of operating systems. It is preformatted for Windows 8.1 and 10, but can be reformatted for macOS 10.13 or newer, as well as Linux distributions that support USB Type-C.

16TB Storage Capacity    2 x 2.5/3.5" Combo Drive Bays    Supports RAID 1, 0, JBOD, or SPAN    USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connection    Up to 10 Gb/s Data Transfer Speed    Fireproof and Waterproof    Locking Front Panel    Metal Kensington Lock Slot    LED Status Indicators    Windows, Mac, and Linux Compatible

If you prefer to use a larger size drive or a different format, you may easily remove these drives and install ones that fits your needs. In the rare occasion of a hard-drive failure, the Duo creates two copies of your data on the two drives, ensuring your information is protected.

You can easily access the RAID pins located at the rear of the device and configure the device to the setting of your choice with the included jumper.

Register your Duo online to utilize IoSafe's data recovery service, which covers you in case of immense hard-drive failure, giving you piece of mind knowing your information is secure.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I am working with s a surface studio, can't get a straight answer out of microsoft if the device would support a thunderbolt connection like I would need for the lacie or similar does anybody have some info?

A: This model requires USB 3.2 Type C at least to have a reliable connection. Surface Studio is showing a 3.0 version connection, which would not be sufficient.

Q: 2. What are the specs for the minimum (MB/s) read and write speeds?

A: The OWC 18TB miniStack USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Hard Drive supports transfer speeds up to 208MB/s, read and write.

Q: 3. Where does this plug into in the back of the Mac mini?

A: This dock has a USB type A plug for connection to a Mac Mini.

Q: 4. Can you add this to a network to access from multiple computers?

A: The OWC 20TB miniStack USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive does not connect to a network. This is a direct access drive that's connected directly to a Windows or Mac host computer via USB.

Q: 5. Will this work with an Xbox? That's my main question.

A: You can not play games stored on a NAS.

Q: 6. Is this compatible with a Mac?

A: Yes, this model is compatible with mac.

Q: 7. I have 2 Paterson contact printers, both in excellent condition except the grey foam backing that the photographic paper is placed on has disintegrated and fallen apart. I want to know where I can buy this backing in order to replace it? Thank you

A: You can try using a foam board, which is available at this link https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/996282-REG/archival_methods_82_8511_1_8_acid_free_foamboard_8_5.html . The product enables the user to place an 8X10 photo paper between the negatives (top) and the foam (bottom) in a darkroom to make a contact print of the negatives. This product is not exactly a replacement but it should work.

Q: 8. Can the drive be replaced with any sata drive?

A: If you want to use your own 2.5" or 3.5" SATA drive, I would recommend buying the empty enclosure version of the OWC miniStack USB 3.2 Gen 1 Storage : https://bit.ly/48Xs5zg If you do buy the OWC miniStack USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive with a drive installed (https://bit.ly/3SLAzDP available as 1 TB, 2 TB, 8 TB, 12 TB, 16 TB, 18 TB, or 20 TB), opening the enclosure voids the OWC warranty. Instructions for installing or replacing a drive are available on pages 5-7 of the manual here: https://bit.ly/49lOpT8

Q: 9. Can this drive be daisy chained?

A: On the WD My Book Duo 8TB Two-Bay USB 3.0 Type-C RAID Array (2 x 4TB), there are two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A connectors. These connectors will form a hub and will allow you to connect additional storage.

Q: 10. SPECS says package weight is 3.635 ib. but Weight of drive is 0.13 ib /58 g. is that correct?

A: This was a web error and will be addressed by our web team shortly. Apologies for the mix up. This drive weighs 3.65 pounds.