RAID hardware Promise Pegasus R12 108TB (6x 18TB SATA HDD) Thunderbolt 3

The Promise Pegasus R12 is a high-performance hardware RAID storage solution designed for creative professionals and enterprise users who demand massive capacity and blazing-fast data transfer speeds. With 108TB of raw storage pre-configured with six 18TB SATA III hard drives, this Thunderbolt 3 array delivers up to 2800 MB/s read and 2400 MB/s write speeds, making it ideal for 4K/8K video editing, large-scale backups, and data-intensive workflows.

Advantages

Equipped with a hardware RAID controller, the Pegasus R12 offloads processing from your computer, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy loads. The aluminum enclosure with multiple smart fans provides efficient cooling and quiet operation. Hot-swappable drive bays allow easy drive replacement without downtime, and the included Promise Utility Pro software simplifies RAID management and monitoring.

Suitable for

• Video and film production teams working with high-resolution media
• IT professionals requiring reliable, high-capacity storage for servers or workstations
• Creative professionals using macOS or Windows for graphic design, animation, or music production

Key specifications

• Total Storage Capacity: 108 TB (6 x 18TB SATA III HDDs included)
• Drive Bays: 12 total (6 populated, expandable)
• Interface: 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
• RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD
• Max Read Speed: Up to 2800 MB/s
• Max Write Speed: Up to 2400 MB/s
• Hot-Swappable Drives: Yes
• Enclosure Material: Aluminum
• Cooling: Multiple Smart Fans
• Power Supply: Internal
• Security: Kensington Lock Slot
• Warranty: 3-Year Limited

Recommendations

For optimal performance, connect the Pegasus R12 to a Thunderbolt 3 port on your computer. Use Promise Utility Pro to configure RAID levels based on your needs: RAID 5 for a balance of speed and redundancy, or RAID 0 for maximum speed. The array is compatible with macOS and Windows, and supports daisy-chaining additional Thunderbolt devices.