The Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID 32TB USB-C Dual-Drive Desktop RAID Drive is a two-drive hardware RAID unit that gives editors, DITs, and post teams 32 TB of 7,200 RPM enterprise-class storage over a single USB-C cable.
The BBPR32000RAID connects through USB-C (3.1 Gen 2) and is compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt 3 hosts. Glyph rates transfer speed at up to 550 MB/s, and the RAID is handled in hardware, so no software is required.
It ships formatted for macOS and ready for Time Machine, and it works with Windows after reformatting. An external power supply, an intelligent quiet fan, and a removable rugged cover suit it to desk, edit suite, and field-office use.
Glyph BBPR32000RAID Features
- 32 TB across two enterprise-class drives. The BBPR32000RAID holds 32 TB of capacity on 7,200 RPM enterprise-class hard drives in a two-bay desktop chassis, enough for long-form camera originals, proxy libraries, and project archives on one unit instead of a shelf of single drives.
- Hardware RAID with no software. RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN are built in and handled by the unit itself, so you do not install a driver or RAID utility. Pick the mode that fits the job before you load data, because changing it later affects the volume.
- RAID 0 for speed, RAID 1 for protection. RAID 0 stripes the two drives for the highest throughput, while RAID 1 mirrors them so one drive can fail without losing data. Mirroring cuts usable space to half of the raw capacity, so plan the volume size to match.
- USB-C (3.1 Gen 2) host connection. One USB-C port carries data to the computer and is compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt 3 ports. Glyph quotes up to 550 MB/s, which is a ceiling set by the host and the drives, not a guaranteed rate for every workload.
- Cables included for USB-C and USB-A hosts. The box has both a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-A cable, so the drive can go straight onto a modern laptop or an older desktop with Type-A ports without a separate adapter purchase.
- Quiet fan cooling for long sessions. An intelligent quiet fan cools the two 7,200 RPM drives during long ingest, render, or backup jobs. That keeps the unit usable on a desk next to an edit station, though you still need to leave the rear fan clear of obstructions.
- Removable rugged cover. The included cover wraps the enclosure to absorb bumps when the drive moves between a suite, a case, and a client site. Take it off when you want to see the unit or need to service it, and remove it for the best airflow.
- Formatted for Mac, usable on Windows. The drive arrives formatted for macOS and ready for Time Machine backups. Windows users can reformat it and use it as a normal external volume, so one purchase covers mixed Mac and PC post facilities.
- Three-year hardware coverage with data recovery. Glyph covers the drive for 3 years of hardware warranty, including cables, plus 2 years of Level-1 data recovery and 1 year of advance replacement. For a 32 TB storage purchase, that support matters if a drive fails.
Where the BBPR32000RAID Fits
Post-production editing: Keep a full project's camera originals and cache files on one RAID 0 volume, or choose RAID 1 when client footage must survive a single drive failure.
On-set and DIT backup: Offload camera cards to a second copy at the end of the shoot day, using the USB-C cable that came in the box.
Broadcast and house-of-worship archives: Store recorded services, programs, and live-event captures on a large local volume that connects to a computer without a network setup.
Photo and audio studios: Use the 32 TB volume as the working drive for large RAW libraries or multitrack sessions and as the Time Machine target on a Mac.
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Glyph BBPR32000RAID Specifications
- Model: BBPR32000RAID (Blackbox PRO RAID Desktop Drive)
- UPC: 691450004399
- Capacity: 32 TB
- Drives: Enterprise-class hard drives, 7,200 RPM, in a two-bay enclosure
- RAID modes: RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, SPAN (hardware RAID, no software required)
- Host interface: USB-C (3.1 Gen 2), compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt 3
- Transfer speed: Up to 550 MB/s
- Cooling: Intelligent quiet fan
- Power: External power supply (included)
- Formatting: macOS, Time Machine compatible; Windows after reformatting
- Warranty: 3 years hardware, 2 years Level-1 data recovery, 1 year advance replacement
- Drive dimensions: 8.25 x 5.5 x 4.25 in
- Retail box dimensions: 10.75 x 10.5 x 4.75 in
- Weight: 4,990 g (about 11 lb)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID 32TB Desktop RAID Drive
- 1 x USB-C to USB-C cable
- 1 x USB-C to USB-A cable
- 1 x Removable rugged cover
- 1 x External power supply
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Glyph Product Documentation (manuals and guides)
Need the BBPR32000RAID user guide emailed to you? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
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Does the Glyph BBPR32000RAID support RAID 0 and RAID 1?
Yes. The BBPR32000RAID offers hardware RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN, and Glyph states that no software is required to use them.
How fast is the BBPR32000RAID?
Glyph rates the Blackbox PRO RAID at up to 550 MB/s over USB-C (3.1 Gen 2). Real-world speed depends on the RAID mode, the host port, and the files being moved.
What connection does the BBPR32000RAID use?
USB-C. The port is USB 3.1 Gen 2 and is compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt 3 hosts, and the box includes both USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables.
Is the BBPR32000RAID powered over USB?
No. This drive uses an external power supply that is included in the box, so it needs a wall outlet or power strip.
Does the BBPR32000RAID work with Windows?
Yes. It ships formatted for macOS, and Glyph says it works with Windows after you reformat it.
Is the BBPR32000RAID Time Machine ready?
Yes. The drive is formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatible out of the box.
How much space do I get in RAID 1?
About half. RAID 1 mirrors the two drives, so usable space is roughly half of the 32 TB raw capacity. RAID 0, JBOD, and SPAN use the full capacity, but RAID 0 has no redundancy.
Is this the Thunderbolt version?
No. The BBPR32000RAID is the USB-C model. Glyph sells Thunderbolt 3 versions under different part numbers, such as BBPR32RDTB3, so check the SKU before you order.
What is included with the BBPR32000RAID?
Everything needed to start: the 32TB drive, a USB-C to USB-C cable, a USB-C to USB-A cable, a removable rugged cover, and an external power supply.
What warranty covers the BBPR32000RAID?
Glyph provides 3 years of hardware coverage including cables, 2 years of Level-1 data recovery, and 1 year of advance replacement. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
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HDTV Supply supplies desktop RAID storage for post-production suites, broadcast facilities, houses of worship, schools, and live-event teams.
The BBPR32000RAID connects over USB-C (3.1 Gen 2) and is compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt 3 ports on Mac and Windows computers. It is formatted for macOS and works with Windows after reformatting.
Why not buy this Glyph BBPR32000RAID Desktop RAID Drive today?
This Glyph BBPR32000RAID Desktop RAID Drive includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
