Colossal RAID Capacity for Demanding Video Production

Designed for content professionals moving between location and studio environments, the G-DRIVE G-RAID SHUTTLE 8 Thunderbolt USB-C 8-Bay RAID Storage delivers transportable 8-bay hardware RAID storage with Thunderbolt 3, USB-C compatibility, enterprise-class Ultrastar hard drives, and high-powered performance for consolidated backup, fast media access, and real-time video editing.

Highlights

Transportable 8-Bay RAID Storage

• 8-bay hardware RAID storage solution
• Transportable design for location and studio workflows
• Supports up to 208TB of colossal capacity
• Built for consolidated backup, fast access, and real-time video editing
• Suitable for demanding media production environments

Enterprise-Class Ultrastar Hard Drives

• Eight removable enterprise-class Ultrastar hard drives inside
• 7200RPM disk speed
• Designed for demanding workloads and mission-critical footage
• Built to support high-capacity production storage requirements

Optimised for Multi-Stream Media Workflows

• Supports multi-stream 4K, 8K, and VR workflows
• Designed for fast media movement and access
• Suitable for video editing, content backup, and production archive workflows

Hardware RAID Flexibility

• Built-in hardware RAID
• Ships ready in RAID 5 for balanced performance
• Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD
• Provides flexible configuration options for professional storage workflows

Key Features

G-DRIVE G-RAID SHUTTLE 8 Thunderbolt USB-C 8-Bay RAID Storage

The G-DRIVE G-RAID SHUTTLE 8 Thunderbolt USB-C 8-Bay RAID Storage is built for professional editors, creators, studios, and production teams that require massive transportable RAID storage. With eight removable enterprise-class Ultrastar hard drives, Thunderbolt 3 performance, USB-C compatibility, and built-in hardware RAID, it supports demanding video workflows from on-location production to studio post-production.

Colossal Capacity for Large Media Libraries

With capacities up to 208TB, the system provides the storage headroom needed for large video projects, mission-critical footage, consolidated backup, and long-term production archives. Its transportable design makes it practical for teams working across multiple production locations.

High-Speed Thunderbolt 3 Performance

Thunderbolt 3 connectivity provides up to 40Gbps interface bandwidth for high-speed data transfers. The 208TB model supports up to 1700MB/s read and 1500MB/s write in default RAID 5, while the 48TB model specifications list up to 1900MB/s sequential read and up to 2000MB/s sequential write.

USB-C Compatibility

USB-C compatibility with up to 10Gbps support provides additional connection flexibility for compatible workstations and production setups. This helps the storage system fit into modern creative environments using Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C enabled devices.

Built-In Hardware RAID

The storage system includes built-in hardware RAID for professional workflow flexibility. Users can work with RAID 5 out of the box for balanced performance or configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, RAID 60, or JBOD based on project requirements.

Daisy-Chaining for Production Workstations

Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports allow users to daisy-chain up to five additional devices. This supports cleaner workstation connectivity for multiple drives, 4K displays, and compatible production equipment through a single connection to the computer.

Removable Enterprise-Class Drive Design

The system includes eight removable enterprise-class Ultrastar hard drives. This design supports professional environments where large-capacity storage, drive access, and workflow serviceability are important.

Capacity and Model Variants

• 48TB: SDPH48H-048T-NBAAB
• 96TB: SDPH48H-096T-NBAAB
• 144TB: SDPH48H-144T-NBAAB
• 160TB: SDPH48H-160T-NBAAB
• 192TB: SDPH48H-192T-NBAAB
• 208TB: SDPH48H-208T-NBAAB

Platform Compatibility

• macOS 11+
• Windows 10+ via reformat

Included Accessories

• G-RAID SHUTTLE 8 storage system
• Thunderbolt 3 cable with USB-C compatibility
• IEC power cable
• Quick Start Guide

Physical Design

• Dimensions: 245 x 175 x 385 mm
• Weight: 12.3 kg

Warranty Coverage

• 5-year limited warranty

Summary / Conclusion

The G-DRIVE G-RAID SHUTTLE 8 Thunderbolt USB-C 8-Bay RAID Storage is a high-capacity transportable RAID solution for professional video workflows that require massive storage, Thunderbolt 3 performance, USB-C compatibility, removable enterprise-class Ultrastar hard drives, and flexible hardware RAID configuration. With support for multi-stream 4K, 8K, and VR workflows, capacities up to 208TB, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD, plus daisy-chaining for up to five additional devices, it is well suited for demanding studio and on-location production teams.