The Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID 40TB Thunderbolt 3 Two-Bay Desktop Hardware RAID Drive is a two-bay, 40TB desktop array that pairs enterprise-class 7,200 RPM drives with hardware RAID and two Thunderbolt 3 ports, so editors and DITs get one fast, shared volume for active projects.
The BBPR40RDTB3 is the standard Blackbox PRO RAID without the card reader and hub. It connects over Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb), with a built-in DisplayPort for a 4K monitor, and delivers up to 550 MB/s. It is formatted for macOS and Time Machine ready, and can be reformatted for Windows.
The RAID level is set with a switch on the rear panel, with no software required. The unit ships in RAID 0. Power comes from an external supply, and the rugged aluminum shell doubles as a heatsink with an intelligent quiet fan.
Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID Features
- 40TB of enterprise-class storage. This 40TB model uses 7,200 RPM enterprise-class hard drives in two bays, giving you room for hours of high-bitrate camera files, proxies, and project archives on one desktop volume instead of spreading them across several single drives.
- Hardware RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN. The array handles RAID in hardware, with no software required. RAID 0 favors speed and RAID 1 favors redundancy, so you choose between maximum capacity and speed or a mirrored copy. Pick the mode before loading media.
- Up to 550 MB/s transfers. Glyph rates the array at up to 550 MB/s. That is enough for multi-stream editing of many camera formats and for fast offloads, though real-world speed depends on the RAID mode, the host computer, and the files being moved.
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb) ports. Two Thunderbolt 3 ports let you daisy-chain up to 5 additional devices from a single cable to your computer. That keeps a desk tidy when you add a second drive, a dock, or a display to the same port on the host.
- DisplayPort for a 4K monitor. A built-in DisplayPort output lets you connect a 4K monitor to the drive, which is useful when your laptop has a limited number of ports. The drive acts as a pass-through point at the back of the desk rather than needing a separate dock.
- Rugged aluminum shell with active cooling. The aluminum shell acts as a heatsink to help hold drive temperature steady during long transfers, and an intelligent quiet fan manages airflow. Studios and edit suites benefit from sustained speeds without a loud enclosure beside the workstation.
- Locking, removable drive carriers. The front panel shows two key-lock drive carriers, with a rugged removable cover on top. The key locks help prevent a carrier from being pulled out accidentally, which matters when the drive sits on a busy desk or travels between sets.
- Formatted for macOS, reformat for Windows. The drive arrives formatted for macOS and Time Machine ready, so Mac editors can start right away. Windows users can reformat it for their system, ideally before putting any footage on the array.
Where the BBPR40RDTB3 Fits
Post-production edit suites: Use the 40TB volume as active project storage for a Thunderbolt 3 workstation, with RAID 0 for speed or RAID 1 when a second copy matters more.
Mobile and location workflows: The rugged shell and removable cover suit a DIT cart or a studio desk, and one Thunderbolt 3 cable carries data to a laptop.
Home studios and creators: Mac-ready formatting and Time Machine support let a solo editor keep footage and backups on one array.
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Glyph BBPR40RDTB3 Specifications
- Model: BBPR40RDTB3 (without hub; UPC 691450004696)
- Type: Two-bay desktop hardware RAID drive
- Capacity: 40TB
- Drives: Enterprise-class, 7,200 RPM
- Transfer speed: Up to 550 MB/s
- RAID modes: RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, SPAN (ships in RAID 0)
- Interface: 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb), works with USB-C hosts per price list
- Video output: 1 x DisplayPort (4K monitor)
- Daisy-chain: Up to 5 additional devices
- Cooling: Aluminum shell heatsink and intelligent quiet fan
- Power: External power supply
- Formatting: macOS (Time Machine ready); reformat for Windows
- Warranty: 3 years full hardware, 2 years Level-1 data recovery, 1 year advance replacement
- Dimensions: 8.25 x 5.5 x 4.25 in (as listed by Glyph)
- Weight: 4.99 kg (11.0 lb)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID 40TB Thunderbolt 3 Desktop Drive
- 1 x Thunderbolt 3 cable
- 1 x Rugged removable cover
- 1 x External power supply
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Glyph Product Documentation (manuals and guides)
Need the BBPR40RDTB3 manual emailed to you? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
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Does the BBPR40RDTB3 include the card reader and hub?
No. The BBPR40RDTB3 is the version without the hub. The CFast 2.0 and SD (UHS-II) card readers and the 10Gb USB-A port belong to the separate BBPR40RDTB3HUB model.
What RAID modes does the Blackbox PRO RAID support?
Yes, it supports hardware RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN, with no software required. RAID 0 favors speed and RAID 1 favors redundancy.
What RAID mode does the drive ship in?
It ships in RAID 0. Changing the mode is done with the switch on the rear panel. Choose the mode before you load media.
How fast is the BBPR40RDTB3?
It is rated at up to 550 MB/s. Actual speed depends on the RAID mode, your computer, and the type of files you are moving.
Can I daisy-chain other devices from it?
Yes. The two Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb) ports let you daisy-chain up to 5 additional devices from a single cable to your computer.
Can I connect a monitor to the drive?
Yes. A built-in DisplayPort output supports a 4K monitor.
Does it work with Windows?
Yes, after reformatting. It is formatted for macOS and Time Machine ready out of the box, and reformatting for Windows is best done before you add files.
Is the BBPR40RDTB3 bus powered?
No. It uses the included external power supply and needs wall power.
What warranty comes with the Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID?
Yes, it is covered. Glyph lists 3 years of full hardware coverage including cables, 2 years of Level-1 data recovery, and 1 year of advance replacement.
Can HDTV Supply help me choose a capacity or the hub version?
Yes. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) and our team will help you match the right capacity and model to your editing workflow.
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HDTV Supply supplies desktop RAID storage for edit suites, post-production houses, production companies, and home studios.
The BBPR40RDTB3 connects over Thunderbolt 3 (40Gb), is formatted for macOS with Time Machine support, and can be reformatted for Windows. A DisplayPort output supports a 4K monitor.
Why not buy this Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID today?
This Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty on hardware, plus 2 years of Level-1 data recovery and 1 year of advance replacement. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
