The Glyph Blackbox PRO RAID 56TB Thunderbolt 3 Desktop Drive (BBPR56RDTB3) combines two enterprise-class hard drives in a desktop hardware RAID for your media projects. You get 56TB of nominal storage, Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, and a choice of four drive modes, so you can organize a large working library around the capacity or redundancy your workflow needs.
Dual 40Gb Thunderbolt 3 ports let you connect your computer and extend a peripheral chain. A built-in DisplayPort output supports a 4K monitor. This SKU is the standard model without the optional ingest hub, so its specification does not include CFast, SD, or USB-A hub ports.
The array arrives in RAID 0 and is formatted for macOS, with Windows support after reformatting. Plan your drive mode before loading project files, and keep a separate backup. The included external power supply makes this a powered desktop storage solution.
Glyph BBPR56RDTB3 Features
- 56TB dual-drive storage. The BBPR56RDTB3 gives you 56TB of nominal capacity for video footage, photo libraries, and audio sessions in one desktop enclosure. Its usable capacity depends on the selected drive mode; mirroring reduces the nominal available capacity to 28TB.
- Hardware RAID with four modes. Choose RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, or SPAN using the built-in RAID controller, without installing RAID software. You can prioritize striped performance, mirrored redundancy, independent disks, or a combined spanned volume to suit your project storage plan.
- Up to 550 MB/s transfers. Enterprise-class 7,200 RPM hard drives support the manufacturer’s rated transfer speed of up to 550 MB/s. This gives your workstation a large working volume for media transfers; the published figure is a maximum, rather than a guaranteed rate for every workload.
- Dual 40Gb Thunderbolt 3 ports. Connect the array to your computer and daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices through its second port. This arrangement helps organize a workstation with several peripherals while keeping the host connection on a single Thunderbolt cable.
- Built-in DisplayPort connection. A dedicated DisplayPort output lets you attach a 4K monitor through the storage enclosure. You can bring a compatible display into your Thunderbolt workstation layout without assigning a separate computer port to the monitor connection.
- Mac formatting with Windows support. The array arrives formatted for macOS and supports Time Machine out of the box. Windows users can reformat it for their system; copy any existing files elsewhere before formatting because the procedure erases the stored data.
- Aluminum enclosure with active cooling. The aluminum shell helps dissipate drive heat, and an intelligent quiet fan provides active cooling. The removable rugged cover protects the enclosure during handling, while the supplied external power supply supports operation at your desktop workstation.
- Standard configuration without the ingest hub. BBPR56RDTB3 is the 56TB model without the optional card-reader and USB-A hub. Choose it when your workflow already has separate media readers and you want the Thunderbolt storage and DisplayPort functions without adding the hub configuration.
Where the BBPR56RDTB3 Fits
Post-production workstations: Keep your footage and project assets on a large local volume attached by Thunderbolt 3. Choose the RAID mode before bringing working media onto the array.
Photography studios: Consolidate image libraries on desktop storage, and use the DisplayPort connection to incorporate a compatible 4K monitor into your editing setup.
Audio production rooms: Store session folders and project exports on enterprise-class 7,200 RPM disks. Use a separate backup destination for material you cannot replace.
Mac backup desks: Use the factory Mac formatting and Time Machine compatibility for a dedicated desktop backup workflow, with the external power supply connected.
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Glyph BBPR56RDTB3 Specifications
- Model: BBPR56RDTB3
- Capacity: 56TB nominal total; 28TB nominal in RAID 1
- Drive type: Enterprise-class 7,200 RPM hard drives
- RAID modes: RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN; hardware controller
- Factory RAID configuration: RAID 0
- Maximum transfer speed: Up to 550 MB/s
- Interface: 2 x Thunderbolt 3, 40Gb
- Display connection: 1 x DisplayPort; 4K monitor support
- Optional hub: Not included on BBPR56RDTB3
- System compatibility: Formatted for macOS; Windows via reformat
- Power: External power supply
- Cooling: Intelligent quiet fan and aluminum enclosure
- Dimensions: 8.25 x 5.5 x 4.25 inches (manufacturer-listed order)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph BBPR56RDTB3 desktop RAID drive
- 1 x Thunderbolt 3 cable
- 1 x Rugged removable cover
- 1 x External power supply
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Blackbox PRO RAID Thunderbolt 3 User Guide (PDF)
Need help selecting a drive mode? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
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Does the BBPR56RDTB3 provide 56TB in RAID 0?
Yes. Its nominal total capacity is 56TB in RAID 0; formatted capacity reported by your operating system will differ.
Can I use RAID 1 for mirrored storage?
Yes. RAID 1 writes matching data to both drives and provides 28TB of nominal usable capacity on this 56TB array.
Does RAID 0 protect my files if a drive fails?
No. RAID 0 has no redundancy, and a drive failure can compromise the array’s data. Keep a separate backup of your files.
Can I daisy-chain other Thunderbolt devices?
Yes. The two Thunderbolt 3 ports support a chain with up to five additional devices, according to Glyph.
Can this desktop RAID connect a 4K monitor?
Yes. The built-in DisplayPort output supports connecting a 4K monitor to the Thunderbolt workstation setup.
Can I use this drive with Windows?
Yes. Glyph supports Windows after reformatting the array. Reformatting erases data, so back up existing files first.
Does changing the RAID mode preserve existing files?
No. Glyph’s setup instructions state that changing the RAID mode erases existing data. Back up the array before changing its configuration.
Is the optional card reader and USB-A hub included?
No. BBPR56RDTB3 is the standard 56TB configuration without the optional hub, CFast reader, or SD reader.
Are a Thunderbolt cable and power supply included?
Yes. Glyph lists a Thunderbolt 3 cable, an external power supply, and a rugged removable cover with the desktop drive.
Does this model include a three-year hardware warranty?
Yes. Glyph provides three years of hardware coverage, two years of Level-1 data recovery attempts, and one year of advance replacement subject to its terms. Recovery success is not guaranteed, and advance replacement is limited to the 48 continental U.S. states.
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This model uses Thunderbolt 3 for its host connection, offers a DisplayPort monitor output, and supports macOS or Windows after reformatting. Check your computer’s Thunderbolt support before purchase; the USB-C connector shape alone does not establish Thunderbolt compatibility.
Why not buy this Glyph BBPR56RDTB3 Desktop RAID Drive today?
This Glyph BBPR56RDTB3 Desktop RAID Drive includes a 3-year manufacturer hardware warranty. Glyph also includes two years of Level-1 data recovery attempts and one year of advance replacement under its terms. Recovery is not guaranteed; advance replacement applies within the 48 continental U.S. states. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
