Mobile all-flash configurations in two versions

Thunderbolt 3 & 5 RAID Systems for Media Work on the Go

Storage in the smallest of spaces

High-speed SSDs provide maximum storage capacity in Areca’s compact desktop RAID systems—and thanks to battery connectivity, you can use them even while traveling.

We currently offer two quiet RAID solutions (37 dB) with fast Thunderbolt connectivity. The best part: We offer these systems with either 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 3 and SATA SSDs or a faster Thunderbolt 5 port and NVMe SSDs.

Thunderbolt 3 with 40 Gbps

Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M with 11.52 TB gross capacity

As a proven storage solution for film and photography applications, the Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M delivers high performance and flexible deployment options. This makes it ideal for professional media applications that require reliable and fast data processing.

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Highlights of the Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M

  • Six hot-swappable SFF drive bays
  • Fully equipped with 1.92 TB SSSTC ER3 SATA SSDs, 6 Gbps, 7 mm, 1 DWPD, PLP
  • 2x Thunderbolt 3 ports with 40 Gbps (daisy chaining)
  • DisplayPort for 8K monitors
  • RJ-45 out-of-band management port
  • 2 GB cache, configurable for read and/or write operations
  • Expandable via SFF-8644 expansion port (2 lanes) to up to 512 HDDs
  • 12-volt connection for standard XLR battery packs
  • LC display and control buttons
  • Includes SSD installation, functional testing, and STARLINE STANDARD SUPPORT (5x8h phone, email, and web support; as well as “bring-in” hardware service during the warranty period)
  • Optional: Advance Replacement Service during the warranty period

EUR 9.030,–

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Examine the case from all sides by rotating it with the mouse pointer. Externally, both ARC-8050 systems have a similar design. They differ in terms of their backplane and the integrated RAID controller.

Thunderbolt 5 with 80 and 120 Gbps

Areca ARC-8050T5U-6MN with 23.04 TB gross capacity

As a professional storage solution, the Areca ARC-8050T5U-6MN combines the highest data transfer rates with a design focused on reliable operation. The system is therefore ideal for a wide range of applications in media production, as it offers advantages in terms of both portability and performance.

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Highlights of the Areca ARC-8050T5U-6MN

  • Six hot-swappable SFF drive bays
  • Fully equipped with 3.84 TB KIOXIA CD8-R NVMe SSDs, U.2, 15 mm, PCIe 4x4, 1 DWPD, SIE
  • 2x Thunderbolt 5 ports with 80 and 120 Gbps (daisy chaining)
  • DisplayPort for 8K monitors
  • RJ-45 out-of-band management port
  • 8 GB cache, optimizable for read and/or write operations
  • Expandable via SFF-8644 expansion port (2 lanes) to up to 512 HDDs
  • 12-volt connection for standard XLR battery packs
  • LC display and control buttons
  • Includes SSD installation, functional testing, and STARLINE STANDARD SUPPORT (5x8h phone, email, and web support; as well as “bring-in” hardware service during the warranty period)
  • Optional: Advance Replacement Service during the warranty period

EUR 12.080,–

Customer Review of the Areca ARC-8050T3U-6M

Areca ARC-8050T3U-6MN
„Received last week 6disk Areca thunderbolt storage from reseller. What an amazing product is this!!!! Performance wise is near-flash disk speed!!!!!! It helped a lot to come and visit you at IBC, for my decision to buy it.”
Nikos Tsimouris, Deputy CTO MEGA TV GREECE
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Connected to any platform via Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 5, and USB-C

Via Thunderbolt 5, the system transfers data to the host at speeds of 80 and 120 Gbps. It is backward compatible with Thunderbolt 3, which transfers data to the host at 40 Gbps. Even via USB-C, speeds of up to 10 Gbps are still possible.

Cable Connection

All prices for resellers plus VAT and shipping, in accordance with the general terms and conditions of Starline Computer GmbH. This offer is based on a conversion rate of 1 EURO = 1.12 US-$. Price changes are possible due to exchange rate fluctuations. Offer non-binding. 1TB = 1000GB, 1GB = 1000000000 Bytes. All company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their owners.

As of: October 2026