Brand: Drobo · SKU: DRDR6A21 · MPN: DRDR6A21 · Category: Components
The Drobo 5D3 is a 3rd generation 5-bay Direct Attached Storage (DAS) array reimagined for media professionals, content creators, and small businesses. It features lightning-fast Thunderbolt 3 technology and Drobo's fully automated BeyondRAID functionality for the best storage experience. The 5D3 is equipped with dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining and a USB 3.0 Type-C port for broad compatibility. It includes a built-in Accelerator Bay for an mSATA SSD to boost performance through hot data caching and an internal rechargeable battery to protect data in the event of a sudden power loss. The carrier-less drive bay design allows for tool-less expansion and mixed drive size utilization.
| Interface | 2 x Thunderbolt 3, 1 x USB 3.0 Type-C |
|---|---|
| Drive Bays | 5 x 3.5" SATA II/III HDD/SSD |
| RAID Support | BeyondRAID (Single or Dual Disk Redundancy) |
| Daisy Chaining | Up to 6 Thunderbolt devices |
| Accelerator Bay | 1 x mSATA SSD Slot (SSD sold separately) |
| Maximum Capacity | Up to 64TB per volume (Expandable to 300TB via daisy chain) |
| Power Fail Protection | Internal Battery |
| Warranty | 2 Year Limited Warranty |
| Weight | 8.5 lb (3.9 kg) without drives |
| Dimensions | 5.9 x 7.3 x 10.3 in (150.3 x 185.4 x 262.3 mm) |
A 5-bay DAS enclosure designed for creative workflows, offering high-speed Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, BeyondRAID data protection, and easy capacity expansion without downtime.
Yes, this Drobo 5D3 (DRDR6A21) is 100% genuine Drobo hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Drobo 5D3 includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
We offer free ground shipping which typically takes 3-5 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for faster delivery.
Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
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