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From : TechnologyDaily
Date : Thu Oct 10 2024 16:00:05

The world's largest docking station is also an 8-drive NAS that can scale to 
130TB plus has 20 ports and connectors; oh and it does have eight, yes eight 
power outlets

Date:
Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:53:18 +0000

Description:
Aurora docking station includes 8-drive NAS and 20 ports and connectors

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Currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter, Aurora is a versatile all-in-one 
docking station that includes storage, charging ports, and an uninterrupted 
power supply, all combined into a single, rather large unit. 

Aurora offers up to 128TB of combined HDD and M.2 SSD storage, with RAID 0, 
1, 5, and 10 support for flexibility in data management. Designed for 
professionals and content creators with high data demands, Aurora simplifies 
data handling and protects against power outages by including a built-in UPS 
to ensure continuous operation during disruptions. This has a capacity of 
1600VA/1200W, offering a 15-minute supply time and a 4ms transfer time to 
protect against sudden shutdowns. 

Measuring 47.3 x 8.6 x 5.9 inches and weighing 22 lbs (10 kg), Aurora 
supports various storage options, including 3.5-inch SATA disks and 2.5-inch 
SATA SSDs. It is compatible with NVMe M.2 SSDs in sizes ranging from 2230 to 
2280. The device runs on an Intel i5-9500T CPU paired with 16GB of DDR4 RAM, 
operating on Debian 12 LST 6.1, and supports TrueNAS-Scale and OpenWrt for 
NAS storage management. Loads of ports 

Aurora offers no fewer than 20 ports. On the front, there are dual 
Thunderbolt 3 ports supporting 40 Gbps transfer speeds, two USB 3.2 ports, a 
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 (10 Gbps), and USB 2.0 slots for lower-speed peripherals. 
Theres also a 3.5mm audio jack and an SD/TF card reader for quick media 
access (giving you access to up to 2TB of additional storage). The back panel 
has two 2.5GbE LAN ports, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C 3.2 (PD30W), and a 
dedicated RAID port for managing storage arrays. 

In addition, an integrated power strip includes eight power outlets so you 
can connect computers, speakers, and other devices while keeping the cables 
hidden. The docking station has a space aluminum build and it is available in 
walnut and cherry finishes. There's a built-in LED light with a 95% CRI and 
adjustable color settings (4000K, 4500K, 5000K), adding to its stylish 
design. 

 Auroras Kickstarter campaign appears to be going well so far, with $105,126 
pledged from a $5,000 goal, and early pricing starting at $359 (down from its 
$599 MSRP). As with any crowdfunded project, its important to be aware of 
potential risks. Delays, changes in specifications, or even non-delivery are 
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drive-nas-that-can-scale-to-130tb-plus-has-20-ports-and-connectors-oh-and-it-d
oes-have-eight-yes-eight-power-outlets


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