The Taurus Mini offers high performance with RAID 0 as well as secure data protection with RAID 1, a versatile interface for high speed data transfers and a built-in LCD display for the configuration of the device as well as the display of event messages. The 2.5" SATA hard drives can be replaced easily due to the removable tray system and the drives are kept cool by the extra large heat sink.
Features
- Configurable hardware RAID controller (RAID 1 mirroring and RAID 0 striping)
- LCD display for easy device configuration and access to detailed information about the drives
- Critical parameters such as HDD temperature can be monitored easily with help of the LCD display
- Utilizes Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology also known as S.M.A.R.T. to obtain data directly from the HDD
- Versatile interface, including eSATA, FireWire 800 and USB 2.0
- Hardware acceleration of RAID rebuild
- 2TB volume option for systems that do not support large volumes
- Extra large heat sink for excellent heat dissipation
LCD Display
The Taurus Mini Super-S comes equipped with a built-in LCD display for easy device configuration, event messages and access to detailed information about the external hard drives. Critical parameters such as HDD temperature can be monitored easily with the help of the LCD display. It utilizes Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology also known as S.M.A.R.T. to obtain data directly from the HDD.
Dual-Bay RAID Storage
The Taurus Mini Super-S comes with an extremely versatile interface, featuring eSATA, FireWire 800 and USB 2.0 High Speed. To increase performance and data throughput, "RAID 0 - Striping" offers the ideal choice for your daily backup and other data transfers. For important data and reliability, you can't beat the "RAID 1 - Mirroring" function, which will automatically create a copy of all the data in case one of the drives fails.
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| Certifications |
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| Case material |
- High quality aluminum for optimized heat dissipation
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| Application |
- Two 2.5" SATA-I or SATA-II hard drives (1.5Gb/s or 3.0Gb/s)
- Height: 9.5mm or 12.5mm
- Capacity 20GB - 1TB per HDD
- Two hard drive of identical capacity are recommended
- Supports large volumes in excess of 2TB
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| RAID mode |
- RAID 0 striping
- RAID 1 mirroring
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| Interface/Ports |
- 1x eSATA port
- 2x 9-pin FireWire 800 ports
- 1x Mini USB 2.0 High Speed port
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| Data transfer |
- eSATA up to 3Gbps (300MB/s)
- FireWire 800 (1394b) up to 800Mbps (100MB/s)
- USB 2.0 up to 480Mbps (60MB/s)
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| System requirements (PC) |
- eSATA: Windows XP/Vista/7
- FireWire 400/800: Windows XP/Vista/7
- USB 2.0: Windows XP/Vista/7
- Your hardware device must have the correct corresponding port (e.g. USB 2.0, FireWire 800 or PCI card)
- eSATA Plug and Play support required for host controller
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| System requirements (Mac) |
- eSATA: Mac OS 10.4 or above
- FireWire 400/800: Mac OS 10.2 or above
- USB 2.0: Mac OS 10.2 or above
- Your hardware device must have the correct corresponding port (e.g. USB 2.0, FireWire 800 or PCI card)
- eSATA Plug and Play support required for host controller
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| System environment |
- Operating Temperature: 5°C ~ 40°C
- Operating Humidity: 20%RH ~ 80%RH
- Storage Temperature: -20°C ~ 70°C
- Storage Humidity: 10%RH ~ 90%RH
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| Power supply |
- External power supply (UL, cUL, CE, TUV approved)
- Input: AC 100-240V
- Output: DC +12V/2A
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| Dimensions (LxWxH) |
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| Packing accessories |
- Taurus Mini enclosure (HDD not included)
- eSATA cable
- USB 2.0 cable
- FireWire 800 cable
- Power adapter
- User manual
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| Carton/Packing |
- Retail Box Size: 20.5cm x 20.5cm x 10.6cm
- Carton Size: 56cm x 43cm x 23cm (10pcs per carton)
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| Remarks |
- In order for the computer to access volumes larger than 2TB, both the hardware and Operating System need to support large volumes (e.g.: Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Mac OS 10.4 and above).
- The Taurus Mini Super-S is not designed for one drive alone and only works when two hard drives are installed.
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