LaCie 8big Pro 5 Thunderbolt 5 128TB Almacenamiento RAID Enterprise-Class

The LaCie 8big Pro 5 Thunderbolt 5 is a high-performance enterprise-class RAID storage solution designed for creative professionals and data-intensive workflows. With a massive 128TB capacity and blazing-fast Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, this 2U rackmount system delivers exceptional speed and reliability for demanding applications such as 8K video editing, large-scale backups, and server virtualization.

Advantages

Experience unparalleled data transfer speeds of up to 2400 MB/s read and 2000 MB/s write in RAID 0, enabling seamless editing of high-resolution media directly from the drive. The hardware RAID controller supports multiple RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD) for flexible configuration between performance and redundancy. Pre-configured in RAID 5, it offers a balance of speed and data protection out of the box. The redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans ensure maximum uptime and reliability for mission-critical environments.

Suitable for

• Video editors working with 4K/8K footage
• Photographers and graphic designers managing large asset libraries
• IT professionals requiring high-capacity, high-availability storage
• Post-production studios and broadcast environments

Key specifications

• Total Storage Capacity: 128 TB (8 x 16TB enterprise-class 3.5-inch HDDs)
• Interface: 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (backward compatible with Thunderbolt 5 via adapter), 1 x DisplayPort 1.2
• Max Read Speed: Up to 2400 MB/s (RAID 0)
• Max Write Speed: Up to 2000 MB/s (RAID 0)
• RAID Levels: Hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD
• Pre-configured RAID: RAID 5
• Hot-Swappable Drives: Yes
• Chassis Type: 2U Rackmount
• Cooling: Redundant, hot-swappable fans
• Power Supply: Redundant, hot-swappable (2 units)
• Daisy-chaining: Up to 6 Thunderbolt devices
• Display Support: Up to 4K via DisplayPort 1.2
• OS Compatibility: macOS 10.12 or later, Windows 10 or later
• Management Software: LaCie RAID Manager
• Warranty: 5-Year Limited Warranty
• Security: Kensington lock slot
• Material: Aluminum enclosure

Recommendations

For optimal performance, configure the array in RAID 0 for maximum speed or RAID 5/6 for data protection. Use with Thunderbolt 5 or Thunderbolt 3 hosts to achieve full bandwidth. Ideal for creative professionals who require reliable, high-speed storage for large projects.