Introduction

With the increasing need for external storage solutions driven by daily work and personal life, the demand for external storage products has grown significantly. Important work files and cherished photos and videos can be stored on external hard drives. Addressing the challenge of storing vast amounts of data, ACASIS, a brand dedicated to enhancing productivity through the development, production, and office equipment, has launched a new 5 Bay External Array 2.5/3.5 Inch USB to SATA HDD RAID Case. It supports up to 120TB and offers 8 RAID modes, making it ideal for various applications.

ACASIS 5 Bay External Array 2.5/3.5 Inch USB to SATA HDD RAID Case

This 5 Bay RAID SATA Hard Drive Enclosure comes in gray, with a premium aluminum alloy body that exudes a refined aesthetic, perfect for any desktop setup. The surface features the "ACASIS" brand logo, and the enclosure incorporates a grille design for improved ventilation. Each hard drive operates independently, supporting up to 24TB per drive, with a total storage capacity of up to 120 TB.

To set up the device, press the paddle to automatically eject the tray handle. Then, grab the handle and pull out the tray. Pull out the tray bayonet latches on both sides, place the hard disk into the tray, and push down the tabs to lock the hard disk automatically. Next, screw the tray to secure the hard disk in place. Adjust the RAID mode to your desired setting. Finally, plug in the device and press the switch to start using it. 

The HDD RAID enclosure includes an 80*80mm large turbo fan, combined with an aluminum alloy casing for triple cooling, ensuring stable and smooth operation without overheating. The streamlined design enhances airflow and heat dissipation.

The ACASIS 5 Bay External Array 2.5/3.5 Inch USB to SATA HDD RAID Case supports 2.5/3.5 inch SATA hard drives and is compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac OS. It is plug-and-play with no need for additional drivers. It can support the dual-way high-speed transmission and the USB-C port that offers transfer speeds up to 5Gbps， significantly improving stable high-speed data transfers.

This product is equipped with a 96W external power adapter to provide strong power for large data exchanges. It supports simultaneous read and write operations on multiple large-capacity hard drives. This ensures safe and stable data transmission.

The ACASIS 5 Bay External Array 2.5/3.5 Inch USB to SATA HDD RAID Case features high-performance chips, JMS576 and JMB393, balancing high performance, low power consumption, and low latency. It offers fast data transfer, efficient cooling, and quick responsiveness.

The design includes a security lock and integrated smart protection modules to significantly reduce the risk of data loss during data transmission. The product also provides overcurrent protection, overheating protection, voltage isolation protection, and short circuit protection, ensuring comprehensive data storage security. Additionally, the smart sleep mode automatically activates after 10 minutes of inactivity, maintaining fan operation. This will extend the lifespan of the hard drives.

The default mode for the enclosure is PM (Port Multiplier). It supports 8 RAID modes to suit various applications:

• RAID 0 (High Speed): Ideal for HD movies, Photoshop, and video editing.

• RAID 1 (High Security): Suitable for business files, servers, and database storage.

• RAID 3 (Fast Read & Secure): Perfect for video editing, streaming services, and broadcasting.

• RAID 5 (Top Overall Performance): Best for finance, data centers, and database storage.

• RAID 10 (RAID 1+0 Combination): Ideal for banking, supermarkets, warehousing, and archiving.

• PM Mode (Independent Storage/Cancel RAID/Reset): Suitable for media collections and security monitoring.

• LARGE Mode (Combined Storage): Ideal for servers and database storage.

• CLONE Mode (Multiple Disk Backup): Suitable for disk cloning and backup.

Summary of ChargerLAB

The ACASIS 5 Bay External Array 2.5/3.5 Inch USB to SATA HDD RAID Case boasts exquisite craftsmanship and a premium feel, making it a stylish addition to any desktop. Its design allows for easy hard drive installation and storage, supporting up to 120TB of data. With triple cooling, a powerful 96W power supply, and a security lock, the enclosure is exceptionally functional. Supporting 8 RAID modes, it is versatile enough for various applications, from personal use to enterprise-level data centers.

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