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The sundry CalDigit 2TB VR Mini Dual Drive Array is an ultra-portable, bus-powered 2TB RAID system with five interface terminals and four interface options - affording anywhere from a brisk 400Mbps transfer rate, all the way up to the ultra-swift, 3Gbps flash of eSATA data transfer. It has dual drive modules that are hot-swappable; each one can be expeditiously replaced when a drive is damaged, an archive established or when your storage is expanded. Availed by its Quad Interface System, the VR Mini supports individual ports for high-speed USB 2.0, eSATA and FireWire 400. It has two FireWire 800 terminals as well.
The burgeoning possibilities from having four interface options make the VR Mini a portable problem-solver. It can simultaneously daisy chain via one FireWire 800 port, transfer data via another FireWire 800 port and use the USB 2.0 interface for power. The VR Mini can also daisy chain via one FireWire 800 port, transfer data via the single eSATA interface and use the other FireWire 800 port for a bus-power supply. The range of connectivity gives the VR Mini a degree of variance, which reveals how malleable the CalDigit array is in almost any situation.
Beyond the adaptability of four interface choices with portable bus-power connectivity, the mobile VR Mini also features true hardware RAID. It supports RAID-0 for maximum performance, RAID-1 for maximum protection and JBOD for individual disk operation. It also has automatic (online/offline) fast disk rebuilding and automatic disk failure detection. Included with the array is the RAID Tool software suite. It provides easy management, monitoring, diagnostic reports, email notification and firmware updates that provide additional features and enhancement capabilities.
On the surface, the VR Mini seamlessly intertwines form with function. The vented aluminum enclosure is striking, bold and even matches the overall aesthetic of several popular laptops and desktop computers, but behind the style, the aluminum casing serves to dissipate the heat that is generated during data transfers. The LCD screen is also a synergy of form and function. It has an ambient orange glow that soothes the eyes and in regards to operations: the LCD screen displays RAID information, system temperature, fan RPM and hard drive health. By creating a 2TB dual drive array with multiple interfaces, the freedom of never needing a power outlet, true hardware RAID protection and an industrial enclosure that uses a modern aesthetic for functional purposes - CalDigit has given creative professionals the ability to take sufficient storage with RAID protection to the ends of the world, anywhere your laptop can go and probably further.
Quadruple Interface
The VR Mini features four different interfaces and five terminals. It has one FireWire 400, one eSATA, one USB 2.0 interface and two FireWire 800 interfaces. The transfer speeds range from 400Mbps all the way up to the lightning-fast eSATA transfer speed of 3Gbps. Supporting four interfaces makes the VR Mini extremely versatile. Plus, when using the dual FireWire ports, it's easy to daisy chain multiple VR Mini's together to one host computer
Array Style
The VR Mini has two removable drive modules, allowing for easy replacement and expansion. They are hot-swappable as well. This added flexibility makes it easy to archive data. Instead of storing an entire enclosure, with the VR Mini, only the drive modules need to be stored
RAID Function
The VR Mini features true hardware RAID, which provides an independent controller to manage the RAID volume. This dedicated processor eliminates additional strain from the host system's CPU, allowing full access to applications. The VR Mini supports RAID-0 for maximum performance, RAID-1 for maximum protection and JBOD for individual disk operation. It also has automatic (online/offline) fast disk rebuilding and automatic disk failure detection
RAID Tool Software
A unique software suite, the RAID Tool provides easy management, monitoring, diagnostic reports and email notification capabilities. This provides users with interactive assurance. In addition to diagnostics and monitoring, the RAID Tool allows for firmware updates providing additional features and enhancements
LCD & LED
The VR Mini is equipped with a front panel LCD display screen. It's backlit with an ambient orange glow. The screen displays RAID information, system temperature, fan RPM and hard drive health. It also affords full access for RAID and miscellaneous configurations. The front panel LED status lights provide a visual representation of the array's operation and an audible alert can also be set
Portability
The VR mini is lightweight, weighing in at about 1½ lb and it's small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. Its dimensions and weight afford greater portability, but the fact that it's bus-powered really facilitates mobile computing. It can go anywhere your laptop can go. The VR Mini is powered via FireWire cable when connected to your computer. The VR Mini can even accept power from a FireWire cable, while running data via another interface such as eSATA. It also runs quietly and stays cool, making it perfect for field use or even on an airplane
Fashionable & Functional
The VR Mini is wrapped in an aluminum enclosure designed to match the Mac aesthetic and some PCs as well. The aluminum is vented. This adds to the look and style of the VR Mini, but it also keeps the array cool by assisting with the heat dissipation
Legendary Technical Support
Instead of filling out forms or listening to an automated machine, customers get to talk to real people. CalDigit's technical team understands the applications used in today's popular workflows and hits the root of the problem. They work quickly and efficiently every step of the way to get your products up and running again
Mounting Desktop / Portable
Enclosure Type Aluminum (vented for heat-dissipation)
Capacity 2TB
Digital Photo Storage Capacity 400,000 pics (approx.)
MP3 Storage Capacity 500,000 songs (approx.)
DV Storage Capacity 152 hrs (approx.)
DVD Video Storage Capacity 760 hrs (approx.)
HD Video Storage Capacity 240 hrs (approx.)
Interface / Transfer Rate (Max) eSATA x 1 (3 Gbps)
FireWire 800 x 2 (800 Mbps)
FireWire 400 x 1 (400 Mbps)
USB 2.0 x 1 (480 Mbps)
RAID Function RAID-0: Maximum performance
RAID-1: Maximum protection
JBOD: Individual disk operation
Automatic Disk Failure Detection Yes
Automatic Fast Disk Rebuilding Yes (online/offline)
LCD Front Panel Display Yes (Orange backlit display)
LCD Information RAID information
System temperature
Fan RPM
Hard drive health
LED Indicators Status / Operation
Array Configuration Removable drive module x 2
Fan Yes
Windows System Requirements Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit)
Mac System Requirements Mac OS 10.4 or later
Bus-Power 1394 bus-power
30 V / 1.5 A (max)
Full Range AC Input AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz (0.6 A)
DC Output 12 V / 1.5 A (max)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 3.3 x 2.1 x 5.5" (8.4 x 5.3 x 14 cm)
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