DS500W is a high-speed, 5-bay Direct-Attached Storage (DAS) solution built for creative professionals, IT teams, and small businesses that demand reliable, high-capacity storage with advanced RAID protection. Designed for direct connection via USB-C or Thunderbolt, the DS500 offers plug-and-play simplicity with enterprise-level performance and data redundancy.
Whether you're editing 4K video, managing large project archives, or backing up mission-critical data, the DS500 delivers unmatched speed and flexibility—without the complexity of network setup.
Key Features
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Five bays support 3.5"/2.5" SATA HDD, SSD.
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Software RAID Support: via host operating system (RAID 0/1/5/10/JBOD).
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USB-C, Thunderbolt: for high speed transfer.
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Tool-less Drive Installation: Quickly swap or upgrade drives with minimum downtime..
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Quiet Operation: Dual smart fans ensure cool, silent performance.
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Cross-Platform Compatible: Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux out of the box.
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Ideal for Video Editing, Backup, and Archiving.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | DS500W |
| Form Factor | Desktop DAS – 5-Bay |
| Interface | USB-C, Thunderbolt. |
| Drive Support | 5 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA III HDD/SSD (hot-swappable) |
| Software RAID | Yes |
| Cooling System | Dual 80mm smart temperature-controlled fans |
| Power Supply | 150W external power adapter |
| RAID Management | Host OS |
| OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux. |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 9.0 x 11.0 (inch) / 140 x 230 x 280 (mm) (W x H x D) |
| Weight | 9.9 lbs / 4.5 kg (without drives) |