BlueRAID FAQ

BlueRAID 800R

The BlueRAID 800 is an external storage device capable of holding 8 hard drives. Its method of connectivity to the computer is either a pair of Infiniband cables or a custom 8 lane sata cable that connects to a single plug on the back of your computer, which in turn connects to your computers, SATA, SAS or SCSI controller.

Q: What kind of installation will I need to do?
A: If you purchase the case only you will need to install the hard drives into the case, the cable bracket into the computer, and connect the sata cables to your controller. If you purchase the case with drives, you will need to install the cable bracket into your computer and connect the sata cables to your controller. If you purchase a case/controller bundle, you will need to install drives, the cable bracket, the controller (and software), and connect the sata cables to your controller. If you purchase a case with drives and a controller bundle (what we recommend of course), you will need to install the cable bracket, controller (and software), and connect the cables to the controller.

Q: What kind of performance can I expect from my BlueRAID?
A: A lot! What is a lot? Well, that depends on your motherboard, the controller, the RAID setting, the OS, the hard drives used, and connectivity method. See our SATA benchmark page for the kind of speeds we've gotten.

Q: How does it connect to the Computer?
A: Well, it's pretty much a secret, but it uses 8 SATA cables that go into a single plug which connects to the inside of your computer where you have your 8 SATA ports on a controller or motherboard.

Q: What is it made out of?
A: Aluminum, with a grudging bit of steel, a few fans, screws, wires, and a power supply.

Q: Where can I buy one?
A: You can buy one in our online store, or if you like a particular reseller, ask to get it from them, we're happy to work with resellers.

Q: What kind of power does it take?
A: The BlueRAID has a regular switching power supply capable of 120/240 power with an IEC on the back. Currectly the unit comes with an Edison (the plugs used in the US).

Q: How long is the Warranty?
A: All parts and labor for one year, you are simply responsible for shipping the unit back to us for repairs. The hard drives are warrantied by the manufacturer for 1, 3, or 5 years depending on the drives purchased.