The Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID 16TB Thunderbolt 3 2-Bay Desktop RAID Drive is a two-bay hardware RAID drive that connects over Thunderbolt 3 and uses enterprise-class 7,200 RPM hard drives to give editors and DITs a shared, fast working volume.
The BBPR16RDTB3 offers 16TB of capacity, two Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb) ports, and a DisplayPort output for a 4K monitor, with transfer speeds up to 550 MB/s. RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN are set in hardware, so no RAID software is needed on the host computer.
A rugged removable cover wraps the aluminum shell, which doubles as a heatsink, and an intelligent quiet fan keeps the drives cool. It runs from an external power supply and ships formatted for macOS. This base model does not include the front card reader and USB hub found on the separate hub version.
Glyph BBPR16RDTB3 Features
- Hardware RAID with no software. RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN are handled by the enclosure itself, so the volume looks the same to any host computer. The unit ships in RAID 0 mode, so choose RAID 1 before loading important media if you want mirroring.
- Two Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb) ports. One port connects to your computer and the second lets you daisy-chain further Thunderbolt devices behind the drive. Glyph lists support for chaining up to five additional devices, which keeps a laptop-based edit desk to a single cable.
- Enterprise-class 7,200 RPM drives. The 16TB model uses two enterprise-class hard disk drives rather than consumer desktop drives, and Glyph rates throughput at up to 550 MB/s. That suits multi-stream HD and 4K proxy editing, though a spinning-disk array will not match an SSD for random access.
- Built-in DisplayPort output. A DisplayPort connector on the rear lets you connect a 4K monitor directly through the Thunderbolt 3 chain. You can drop a display onto the drive instead of adding a separate dock, which saves a port on a small laptop.
- Hardware RAID mode switches on the rear. The rear panel has a RAID mode selector and a SET button, so you pick the mode in the field without installing a utility. Changing the RAID mode reconfigures the array, so copy off your data before you switch.
- Rugged shell with a heatsink body. The aluminum shell acts as a heatsink for the drives, and the removable rugged cover adds protection while the drive travels between set, suite, and office. The cover is included, so it is ready to carry out of the box.
- Intelligent quiet fan. A rear fan cools the drives under sustained transfers, such as ingesting a long shoot or exporting a project. Glyph describes it as intelligent and quiet, which matters in edit suites and voiceover rooms where fan noise would be picked up.
- Formatted for macOS and Time Machine. The drive arrives formatted for Mac and works with Time Machine out of the box. Windows users can reformat it for Windows, so one 16TB array fits mixed-platform shops. Reformatting erases any existing data on the volume.
- Locking drive bays and a 3-2-1 warranty. The front drive carriers have keyed locks, and Glyph covers the drive with three years of hardware coverage including cables, two years of Level-1 data recovery, and one year of advance replacement.
Where the BBPR16RDTB3 Fits
Video editing suites: Use it as the shared project and media volume for a Thunderbolt 3 Mac or PC, with RAID 0 for speed or RAID 1 for protected project files.
Live event and production offices: Keep show recordings, graphics, and playback files on a rugged drive that daisy-chains behind a laptop and drives a 4K monitor directly.
Houses of worship and schools: Archive services, lectures, and recorded media on a quiet desktop drive that sits beside the edit station without a noisy fan.
Backup for creative teams: Run Time Machine or another backup tool to a mirrored 16TB volume on a Thunderbolt 3 connection.
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Glyph BBPR16RDTB3 Specifications
- Model: BBPR16RDTB3
- Product: Blackbox PRO RAID Desktop Drive with Thunderbolt 3, 16TB (2 x 8TB)
- Drives: Enterprise-class, 7,200 RPM hard disk drives
- Interface: 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb), daisy-chain up to 5 additional devices
- Video output: 1 x DisplayPort, 4K monitor
- Transfer speed: Up to 550 MB/s
- RAID modes: RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, SPAN (hardware RAID, ships in RAID 0)
- Cooling: Intelligent quiet fan, aluminum shell heatsink
- Power: External power supply
- Formatting: macOS and Time Machine ready, reformat for Windows
- Warranty: 3 years hardware, 2 years Level-1 data recovery, 1 year advance replacement
- Dimensions: 8.25 x 5.5 x 4.25 inches (drive)
- Weight: 4.99 kg (11 lb)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID 16TB Thunderbolt 3 Desktop Drive (BBPR16RDTB3)
- 1 x Thunderbolt 3 cable
- 1 x Rugged removable cover
- 1 x External power supply
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Glyph Product Documentation (BBPR16RDTB3 manuals and guides)
Need a manual now? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) and we'll email it to you.
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Does the BBPR16RDTB3 need RAID software?
No. The BBPR16RDTB3 uses hardware RAID, so RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN are set on the enclosure and need no software on the host computer.
What RAID mode does the BBPR16RDTB3 ship in?
It ships in RAID 0 mode. Switch to RAID 1 if you want the two drives mirrored, and copy off any data first because changing modes reconfigures the array.
How fast is the Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID Thunderbolt 3 drive?
Glyph lists transfer speeds up to 550 MB/s. Actual speed depends on the RAID mode, file sizes, and the host computer.
Can I daisy-chain other devices from the BBPR16RDTB3?
Yes. It has two Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb) ports, and Glyph lists daisy-chaining of up to five additional devices.
Does the BBPR16RDTB3 have a display output?
Yes. It has one DisplayPort connector for connecting a 4K monitor.
Does it include a card reader or USB port?
No. The base BBPR16RDTB3 does not include the CFast 2.0, SD (UHS-II), and USB Type-A hub, which Glyph sells only on the separate hub version.
Does the BBPR16RDTB3 work with Windows?
Yes, after you reformat it. It ships formatted for macOS and Time Machine, and reformatting for Windows erases the data on the volume.
Is the 16TB model one drive or two?
It is a two-bay unit. Dealers list the 16TB model as two 8TB enterprise-class drives, so usable capacity is lower in RAID 1 mirrored mode.
What warranty comes with the Glyph BBPR16RDTB3?
Yes, it is covered. Glyph provides three years of hardware coverage including cables, two years of Level-1 data recovery, and one year of advance replacement.
Where can I get help choosing a Glyph drive?
Call HDTV Supply at 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722). We can help you pick the right capacity and confirm it fits your Thunderbolt 3 workflow.
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HDTV Supply supplies desktop RAID storage for video editing suites, live event production, houses of worship, schools, and broadcast and post-production facilities.
The BBPR16RDTB3 connects over Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb) and ships formatted for macOS with Time Machine support. It can be reformatted for Windows, and it provides a DisplayPort output for a 4K monitor.
Why not buy this Glyph BBPR16RDTB3 RAID Drive today?
This Glyph BBPR16RDTB3 RAID Drive includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty, with 2 years of Level-1 data recovery and 1 year of advance replacement. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
