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OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual 48TB 2-Bay USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID Array with 3-Port Hub (2 x 24TB)

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OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual 48TB 2-Bay USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID Array with 3-Port Hub (2 x 24TB)
Key Features
  • 2 x 24TB 7200 rpm HDDs
  • Dual Drive Bays
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Interface
  • RAID 0, 1, SPAN, and JBOD
Expand storage with the Mercury Elite Pro Dual 48TB 2-Bay USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID Array with 3-Port Hub from OWC. Designed to provide plenty of storage space for creative workflows, this 48TB RAID array features 24TB drives in dual drive bays. Utilizing a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 interface, this array is capable of transfer speeds up to 1250 MB/s. Hardware RAID control supports RAID 0, 1, SPAN, and JBOD modes.
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OWC Mercury Elite Pro External HDD Overview

Expand storage with the Mercury Elite Pro Dual 48TB 2-Bay USB 3.2 Gen 2 RAID Array with 3-Port Hub from OWC. Designed to provide plenty of storage space for creative workflows, this 48TB RAID array features 24TB drives in dual drive bays. Utilizing a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 interface, this array is capable of transfer speeds up to 1250 MB/s. Hardware RAID control supports RAID 0, 1, SPAN, and JBOD modes.

Connect to accessories using a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port and two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports. A 60mm cooling fan ensures adequate thermal offloading, while a Kensington Lock slot can be used to secure the array. The Mercury Elite Pro Dual supports 2.5 and 3.5" drives and is bootable in macOS. Supported operating systems include Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, and iPadOS.

USB 3.2 Gen 2
Doubling the speed of its predecessor, USB 3.2 Gen 2 features a maximum throughput of 10 Gb/s when used with compatible devices and is synonymous with USB 3.1 Gen 2.
Multiple Bays, Multiple Options
From high-demand production studios to your home office, the Mercury Elite Pro Dual integrates with any work environment. Dual drive bays let you install your choice of 2.5 or 3.5" SSDs or HDDs. Built-in hardware RAID gives you enhanced data protection or maximum throughput.
Single-Click Drive and Dock Ejection
OWC's free Dock Ejector app lets you safely dismount the OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual and any additional external drives connected to it from your computer in a single click. You'll be sure that all data has been safely written before any drive is unmounted, protecting against accidental data loss or corruption.
Ready to Work Anywhere
The Mercury Elite Pro Dual is compact and portable, leaving you more workspace. It connects to any Windows or Mac computer with an available USB port. You can also work cross-platform with Macs and Windows computers using OWC's MacDrive software, available separately.
Secure Your Workflow with OWC ClingOn
Active workspaces expose gear to bumps, shoves, and the random tail wag from a pet. Just one ill-timed touch can cause an accidental cable disconnection, interrupting your workflow. Optional OWC ClingOn custom cable stabilizers screw into the housing to secure your USB Type-C connections so you can work with confidence even in the highest foot-traffic environments.
Universal USB Compatible with Included Cables
Get started right out of the box thanks to included USB Type-C and Type-C to A cables.
UPC: 810159627887

OWC Mercury Elite Pro External HDD Specs

Key Specs
Storage Capacity
48 TB
Included Drives
2x 24 TB SATA III 3.5" HDD
RAID
Yes: Supported RAID Modes: 0 / 1 / JBOD
Number of Bays
2x 2.5"/3.5" SATA III
Inputs/Outputs
2x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
2x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
Computing
Bridge Chipset
ASMedia ASM-1352R
Drives
Storage Capacity
48 TB
Included Drives
2x 24 TB SATA III 3.5" HDD
RAID
Yes: Supported RAID Modes: 0 / 1 / JBOD
Transfer Rates
1250 MB/s
General
Number of Bays
2x 2.5"/3.5" SATA III
Inputs/Outputs
2x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
2x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
Media Card Slots
No
PCI Expansion
No
Software
OS Compatibility
Windows 7 or Later
Windows Server 2016 or Later
macOS 10.7 or Later
iPadOS 13 or Later
Android 10
Chrome OS
Linux
Default OS Support
Requires Formatting Before Use
Security
Encryption
No
Security Features
Kensington Security Slot
Electrical
Input Power
12 VDC at 6 A
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 2 A
PSU
1 x 72 W
Physical
Operating Conditions
41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C at 8 to 90% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C at 5 to 95% Humidity
Certifications
BSMI, CE, FCC, RCM, UL, VCCI
Cooling
1x 2500 rpm 60 mm Fan
Material of Construction
Aluminum
Dimensions
9.4 x 5.8 x 3.3" / 23.9 x 14.7 x 8.4 cm
Weight
6.1 lb / 2.8 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
8.895 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.9 x 10.3 x 4.7"

OWC Mercury Elite Pro External HDD Reviews

LOUD

By Jake
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-29

No problems yet -- have it set up as RAID 5 -- but this thing is super loud ...

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