Enterprise-Grade RAID Performance for Your Rack
The Areca ARC-8050T3-12R brings enterprise-class performance and reliability to your studio rack. This 2U 12-bay rackmount RAID system is engineered for professional video editing suites, audio post-production houses, and data-intensive environments that demand centralized, high-speed storage. Powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core RAID-on-Chip (ROC) and a 12Gb/s SAS backplane, it delivers the sustained throughput required for real-time multi-stream 4K and 8K workflows.
Featuring dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, the ARC-8050T3-12R connects seamlessly to Mac and PC workstations, offering 40Gbps speeds and the ability to daisy-chain additional Thunderbolt devices. With 2GB of onboard DDR3 ECC cache and robust hardware RAID protection, this system ensures both maximum performance and the integrity of your most critical assets. Its SAS expansion port provides a clear path for future growth, allowing you to scale your storage as your library expands.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Rackmount Form Factor: A 2U chassis that fits perfectly into standard 19-inch studio and server racks.
- Extreme Performance: The dual-core hardware RAID engine, 2GB ECC cache, and 12Gb/s SAS architecture provide incredible speed for demanding 4K/8K workflows.
- Advanced Data Protection: Safeguard your data with true hardware RAID (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60) and support for Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs) for ultimate security.
- Flexible Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for high-speed host connection and daisy-chaining, plus a DisplayPort for adding a 4K monitor.
- Scalable Architecture: A dedicated SFF-8644 SAS expansion port lets you connect additional JBODs, scaling your storage up to 512 drives.
For custom drive configurations or expert advice, please contact us.
Shipping policy
Any items which are in stock, will be dispatched immediately - same day if possible and morning of the following business day at the latest. Items which are not in stock at our local warehouse will be routed to us, and dispatched immediately upon arrival to us. In that case, the estimated dispatch time is noted on the product page.
Note that you are always welcome to email info@dittools.eu or call (+372) 5556 0057 for a more accurate shipping time estimate, as this does vary depending on a number of factors.
Standard shipping
Unless otherwise noted, all items are shipped standard via DPD. We normally ship to European Union countries only – do contact us for possible exceptions, particularly other European mainland countries. Shipping times vary between 1 to 10 business days within Europe – an up to date estimate will be given at checkout.
Express shipping
Our shipping partner for expedited deliveries is DHL Express; please contact us directly for a quote.
Returning an item
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return your item(s) for a full refund within 14 days of confirmed delivery.
Special sales, demo items and promotions may have modified return policies. If an item from a bundle is returned for refund, the total bundle discount or the total value of the gifts will get deducted from the returned item prior to issuing a refund. If the bundle discount (or gift value) exceeds the value of the returned item, the difference must be paid to be able to return the item.
Return autorization
If you would like to return any item(s), please contact us by either emailing info@dittools.eu or calling (+372) 5556 0057. We will share with you a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) code and ask that you clearly mark this code outside of your shipping box as you ship your item(s) back for a refund.
You will be liable for the shipping and any applicable customs/duty fees returning the item(s).
Incorrect items
If the return is made due to a faulty product, or an incorrectly shipped product, or if you are returning the item(s) due to a defect, or functionality issue, or because it is not the item you have ordered, we will gladly email or mail a return shipping label covering all shipping related expenses. In order to determine whether the return is initiated due to a technical problem, we may ask for you to provide visual support like images or a video on the item(s).
Shipping
Returned merchandise must be in its original packaging, and placed in a decent shipping box, e.g. the same box that we shipped the items to you in. Please make sure to clearly mark the RMA code you have received from us outside on the box.
Do not forget to cover or peel off any existing shipping labels on the box.
DIT Supplies OÜ cannot be held accountable for return shipments that have not reached us or returns made without RMA codes. We strongly advise that if you are returning the item(s) with a carrier of your choice that you use a traceable shipping method.
It may take 4-5 business days for your return to reach us. Once it is received and inspected, your refund will be processed and automatically applied to your credit card or original method of payment within 14 business days. Please note that depending on your credit card company, it may take an additional 2-4 business days after your credit is applied for it to post to your account.
Customs, duties & taxes
There are no customs duties or taxes on orders shipping within the EU. Orders shipped outside of the EU may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees collected by the destination country. The recipient of an international shipment may be subject to such import taxes, customs duties and fees, which are collected once a shipment reaches the recipient's country. Additional charges for customs clearance must be paid for by the recipient; we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be. Customs policies vary widely from country to country; and when customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond our original delivery estimates. We advise that you contact your local customs office for more information.