TerraMaster d8-hybrid

Description

TerraMaster D8 Hybrid — an 8-bay hybrid direct-attached storage (DAS) enclosure that lets you install 4 SATA HDDs/SSDs and 4 M.2 NVMe SSDs in one unit, giving you both high-capacity storage and fast performance via USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps). It’s ideal for expanding storage, tiering “hot” SSD data and “cold” HDD data, and backing up large files across Windows, macOS, or Linux systems.

Key Specifications

Storage & Drive Support

• ➤ Drive Bays: 4 × SATA (3.5″/2.5″ HDD/SSD) + 4 × M.2 2280 NVMe slots (PCIe 3.0/4.0/5.0)

• ➤ Hybrid Mode: 4 SATA + 4 NVMe in one enclosure

• ➤ Supported File Systems: NTFS, APFS, FAT32, exFAT, EXT4, Mac OS

• ➤ Max Raw Capacity: ~120 TB (with large drives installed)

RAID & Drive Modes

• ➤ RAIDs Supported: Single Disk, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1 (only HDD1 & HDD2 support RAID array creation)

• ➤ Hardware RAID: Yes

• ➤ Auto RAID Rebuild: ✔

• ➤ HDD Sleep: ✔

Connectivity & Performance

• ➤ Host Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10 Gbps)

• ➤ Max Speed (typical):
  • SATA SSD up to ~560 MB/s read / ~520 MB/s write
  • NVMe M.2 SSD up to ~980 MB/s read / ~880 MB/s write

📐 Physical & Environmental

• ➤ Dimensions: ~222 × 179 × 154 mm

• ➤ Weight: ~1.9 kg (net)

• ➤ Cooling: 120 mm smart fan (~21 dB(A))

• ➤ Operating Temp: 0 °C – 40 °C

• ➤ Storage Temp: -20 °C – 60 °C

• ➤ Humidity: 5 % – 95 % RH

🔌 Power & Compatibility

• ➤ Power Supply: 90 W external adapter

• ➤ AC Input: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz

• ➤ Power Consumption: ~40.8 W (access), ~9.8 W (hibernation)

• ➤ OS Support: Windows, macOS, Linux

• ➤ Certifications: CE, FCC, CCC, KC; RoHS compliant

📦 Included in Box

• ➤ Host unit

• ➤ Power adapter & cord

• ➤ USB-C to USB-C (10 Gbps) cable (0.8 m)

• ➤ Screws & Quick Guide

Features & Advantages

• Hybrid storage flexibility: The D8 Hybrid allows you to combine four large-capacity SATA HDDs with four high-speed NVMe SSDs in one enclosure, letting you separate high-performance “active” data from bulk storage efficiently.

• High overall capacity: With support for high-capacity 3.5″ drives, it can provide massive raw storage space, making it ideal for backups, media libraries, and long-term archiving.

• Fast data transfer speeds: The USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) connection enables transfer speeds close to 1,000 MB/s when using NVMe SSDs, which is suitable for large file transfers and demanding workflows like video editing.

• Direct-attached simplicity: As a DAS (Direct Attached Storage) device, it connects directly to your computer without needing network configuration, making setup straightforward and reducing complexity compared to a NAS.

• Basic hardware RAID support: It supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 (on select SATA bays), providing options for either improved performance or data redundancy without relying solely on software RAID.

• Tool-free and easy installation: The push-lock drive trays and accessible M.2 slots make drive installation and replacement quick and convenient.

• Wide system compatibility: It works with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, allowing flexible integration into different environments.

• Efficient cooling design: The built-in smart cooling fan automatically adjusts speed to maintain safe drive temperatures while keeping noise relatively low.

• Cost-effective performance mix: By combining HDD capacity with NVMe speed in one enclosure, it offers a practical balance between performance and storage cost compared to buying separate devices.

Typical Use Cases

✅ Expand storage for desktop/laptop workflows
✔ Large-media project editing
✔ Backup & archiving
✔ Expanding NAS capacity via USB
✔ Tiered storage (fast NVMe + big HDD)

Things to Know

• 10 Gbps USB limits peak NVMe performance (actual NVMe SSD throughput can exceed this).

• Some RAID/drive management limitations compared to full NAS systems.