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OWC Thunderbay 8 Thunderbolt External Storage Enclosure

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OWC Thunderbay 8 Thunderbolt External Storage EnclosureThe OWC ThunderBay 8 is the ultimate external storage solution for video editors, photographers, audio engineers, and digital content creators who demand reliability, speed, and capacity. With eight hot swappable bays supporting both 2. 5" and 3. 5" HDDs or SSDs, it offers unmatched flexibility for building your ideal storage workflow. Capable of delivering up to 2586MB s real world transfer speeds, ThunderBay 8 easily handles 4K and 8K multi stream

The OWC ThunderBay 8 is the ultimate external storage solution for video editors, photographers, audio engineers, and digital content creators who demand reliability, speed, and capacity. With eight hot-swappable bays supporting both 2.5" and 3.5" HDDs or SSDs, it offers unmatched flexibility for building your ideal storage workflow. Capable of delivering up to 2586MB/s real-world transfer speeds, ThunderBay 8 easily handles 4K and 8K multi-stream editing, AR/VR workloads, and massive media libraries—directly from the enclosure. Whether you’re working with RAW photos in Lightroom or high-resolution video in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve, this enclosure keeps up with your demands.

Designed with professionals in mind, the ThunderBay 8 works seamlessly with RAID management software, including OWC SoftRAID, Apple RAID, and Windows Disk Manager. Achieve data redundancy and speed through flexible RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, and 1+0 configurations, making it ideal for both speed-focused editing and mission-critical data protection. With dual Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) ports, you can daisy-chain up to five additional ThunderBay 8 units or Thunderbolt devices, or even connect high-resolution 5K or dual 4K displays. It’s more than storage—it’s a central hub for your entire creative workstation.

The ThunderBay 8 is engineered for long-term durability and peace of mind. It includes a locking front panel and rear security slot, ensuring your data stays safe whether in the studio or on location. Internally, a 300W UL-listed power supply keeps your drives running smoothly, while the enclosure's precision-machined aluminum body helps dissipate heat. With dual smart temperature-controlled fans, your storage stays cool and quiet—even under prolonged workloads. Whether you're working on a feature film, a massive music archive, or multi-cam productions, ThunderBay 8 has the power and protection your data deserves.

From macOS Mojave to Sequoia and Windows 10 through Windows 11 and Server 2022, the OWC ThunderBay 8 is ready to integrate into nearly any workflow with no drivers required. It supports booting on Mac, backward compatibility with Thunderbolt 2, and UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) for enhanced data transfer performance. Whether you’re a Mac power user or a Windows-based creative professional, ThunderBay 8 provides up to 160TB of customizable storage potential—all in a sleek, plug-and-play package that adapts to your growing needs.

FEATURES:

  • Up to 2586MB/s transfer speeds
  • Up to 8K multi-stream video editing and AR/VR workflows
  • Access, backup, and archive irreplaceable footage, images, and files on either HDD or SSD storage
  • Built for RAID management software, like OWC SoftRAID as well as support for Apple RAID and Windows Disk Manager.
  • Daisy-chain up to five additional ThunderBay 8 or other Thunderbolt storage devices via the second Thunderbolt port
  • Versatile design allows you to mix and match 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch HDDs and SSDs

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Drive Bays_ 8 bays supporting_ 2.5-inch SATA HDDs, 2.5-inch SATA SSDs, 3.5-inch SATA HDDs, 3.5-inch SATA SSDs
  • Plug and Play_ Yes
  • Hot Swap Support_ Yes
  • Boot Support_ Mac only. Boot Camp is not supported.
  • RAID Capable_ Yes
  • RAID Levels Supported_ JBOD
  • RAID Features_ Software RAID Capable
  • Device Ports_
    • Host Port - Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) up to 40Gb/s (5000MB/s) x1
    • Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) Port x1
    • Either Thunderbolt (Type-C) port can be used as the host port
  • Power Delivery_ Thunderbolt 3 ports each provide up to 15W of power to the host computer or attached device.
  • UASP Support_ UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is supported
  • Display Support_ Up to one 5K display @ 60Hz, or one 4K display @ 60Hz
  • Display Support by Port_ Thunderbolt 3_ Up to 5K @ 60Hz via a native Thunderbolt 3 display or 4K @ 60Hz via a Thunderbolt display or a Type-C display adapter
  • Data Transfer Rate (Maximum): Thunderbolt 3 : Up to 40Gb/s (or 5000MB/s)
  • Chipset / Controller_
    • Thunderbolt: (1) Titan Ridge (JHL7440)
    • SATA Controller_ (2) JMicron (JMS-585B)
  • MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
  • Contact Start Stops_ Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
  • Host Interface Requirements_ Thunderbolt (Type-C) port (backward compatible with Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt)
  • Mac OS Compatibility_
    • macOS 10.14 Mojave
    • macOS 10.15 Catalina
    • macOS 11.x Big Sur
    • macOS 12.x Monterey
    • macOS 13.x Ventura
    • macOS 14.x Sonoma
    • macOS 15.x Sequoia
  • PC OS Compatibility_
    • Windows 10 64-bit Edition
    • Windows Server 2022
    • Windows 11
  • Driver Required_ No
  • Supports OWC ClingOn_ Yes
  • External Power Adapter_ No
  • Power Supply_ Internal UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
  • AC Input_ 90-264V, 47-63Hz, 3.5A At 115V, 1.8A At 230V
  • DC Output_ +12V, 25A
  • Wattage: 300W
  • Security Slot_ Yes
  • Power Button_ Yes
  • Power/Activity LED_ Yes
  • Housing Colour_ Black
  • Housing Material_ Aluminum
  • Product Dimensions_ 18 x 24 x 26 cm
  • Product Weight_ 7300g

WHAT'S IN THE BOX_

  • OWC Thunderbay 8 Thunderbolt 2.5"/3.5" External Storage Enclosure - Black x1
  • Thunderbolt Cable x1
  • Power Cable x1
  • Security Keys x2
  • Getting Started Card x1
  • User Manual x1
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Melissa
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 1
Hot hot hot. Side sleepers will hate it
At first touch, these are the coldest pillowcases I own … but only for seconds. Once you actually lay on them, within seconds they adjust to your body temp, the heat feels trapped, my head begins to feel hotter than before I laid down - which has in turn caused me loathe these pillow cases. I hate that I have missed the return window. Would never buy again, would never recommend. My satin ones aren’t even this hot! I gave them the good ole 30-day try. Side sleepers - if you are like me and sleep on your side with arm tucked under pillow - flipping this pillow over in hopes of a cold side - forget it, it’s already hot from your arm.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2025
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Trevor Barton
Houston, US
★★★★★ 2
Ehh
Pills up rather quickly
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Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2026
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Dorothy Gilbertson
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 3
Nice but dissapointing
So it sometimes stays cool but if it’s under a blanket and you have your body on it at all it will get warm but the spots you don’t use will get cool sometimes. I am very disappointed in the material though because it’s like my dry skin scratched the pillow case all over which makes me question it and I don’t think I would buy again.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2025
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Layton Phillips
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 5
Great pillow, but the cooling effect depends on the cover
Color: Blue-ice Plus, Size: King(Pack of 2)
I really like this pillow overall. It’s comfortable, supportive, and feels well made. When you use it without a pillowcase, it definitely feels cool to the touch and does what it claims in terms of that initial cooling sensation. However, once you put a pillowcase on it, you can’t really feel the cooling effect anymore. I’ve tried multiple different pillowcases made from different materials, and none of them really let that cool feeling come through. That said, I still love the pillow itself. It’s comfortable and supportive enough that I’m keeping it. Just keep in mind that the cooling feature works best without a cover, which isn’t ideal for everyone. Overall, a good pillow — just manage expectations about the cooling effect once it’s covered.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2026
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Hannah N. Ford
Los Angeles, US
★★★★★ 5
Cooling and holds shape.
Color: Blue-ice Plus, Size: Queen(Pack of 2), Color: Blue-ice Plus, Size: Queen(Pack of 2)
Very nice pillow for the price is also holding up well and holding shape very cool and comfortable to the touch. Best pillow I found in a long time.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026

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