Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M - 6-Bay SATA 2.5"/3.5" 12Gbps RAID Storage
The Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M is a professional 6-bay desktop RAID enclosure featuring dual Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gbps) and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports. Compatible with 12 Gb/s SAS and 6 Gb/s SATA drives, it integrates a 1.2 GHz dual-core SAS ROC processor and 2 GB ECC DDR3 memory to deliver high performance and data protection. Supports advanced RAID levels, ideal for demanding workflows in editing, virtualization, and secure storage.
The Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M is a professional 6-bay desktop RAID solution designed for high-speed, reliable, and flexible data storage in demanding editing, virtualization, and backup environments. Supporting 12 Gb/s SAS and 6 Gb/s SATA drives, this model fits users who require both performance and data protection.
Advanced connectivity: Features dual Thunderbolt 3 ports (40 Gbps) and a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port for ultra-fast transfers and multi-platform compatibility (macOS, Windows, Linux). Includes DisplayPort for connecting 4K or higher resolution monitors without sacrificing Thunderbolt ports.
Dedicated processor and memory: Equipped with a 1.2 GHz dual-core SAS ROC processor and 2 GB DDR3-1866 ECC memory, it ensures uninterrupted performance and efficient RAID management by offloading processing from the host system and maintaining data integrity under heavy loads.
Wide RAID compatibility: Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, and 60, as well as JBOD and single disk modes, enabling flexible configurations tailored to specific storage and protection needs.
Robust design and efficient cooling: Comes with a compact aluminum chassis and hot-swappable bays that ease storage management and scalability. A 2700 rpm fan facilitates stable, safe operation 24/7.
Easy management and compatibility: RAID administration is via an intuitive web interface with real-time monitoring and alerts. Compatible with macOS 10.12 or later, Windows 8/10 or later (Thunderbolt), and OS independent with USB connectivity. No additional drivers needed and quick installation is ensured.
- 6 hot-swappable bays for 12 Gb/s SAS or 6 Gb/s SATA drives
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gbps) and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports
- 1.2 GHz dual-core SAS ROC RAID processor and 2 GB DDR3-1866 ECC memory
- RAID support for 0, 1, 1E, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, JBOD, and single disk
- Compact aluminum chassis with active 2700 rpm cooling fan
- Multi-platform compatible, plug & play with easy installation
- Ideal for professional editing, virtualization, and secure backup needs

