--- description: ​CalDigit has announced that their T3 Thunderbolt 2 RAID storage solution is available for pre-order now and will be shipping on October 24th. The updated... title: CalDigit T3 Thunderbolt 2 Announced image: https://www.storagereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/caldigit-T3-TB2-small.jpg --- [![Storage Review]()](https://storagereview.com/) --- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/@storagereview) [X (Twitter)](https://twitter.twitter.com/storagereview) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/storagereview-com) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/storagereview?sub_confirmation=1) [Email](mailto:info@storagereview.com) [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0) [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/StorageReview/) [Discord](https://discord.gg/TwMHb4azdC) [RSS Feed](https://www.storagereview.com/rss.xml) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/@storagereview) [X (Twitter)](https://twitter.com/storagereview) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/storagereview-com) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/storagereview?sub_confirmation=1) [Email](mailto:info@storagereview.com) [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0) [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/StorageReview/) [Discord](https://discord.gg/TwMHb4azdC) [RSS Feed](https://www.storagereview.com/rss.xml) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview) [![StorageReview.com](https://www.storagereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Storage-Review-2x.png)](https://www.storagereview.com) ≡ Menu - [Home](https://www.storagereview.com/) - [Storage Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/review) - [End User Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/consumer) - [Enterprise Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/enterprise) - [Ubiquiti Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/best/ubiquiti-reviews) - [SR Merch](https://store.storagereview.com) - [Leaderboards](https://www.storagereview.com/best) - [Best Storage Arrays](https://www.storagereview.com/best/storage-arrays) - [Best Enterprise SSDs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/enterprise-ssds) - [Best Servers](https://www.storagereview.com/best/servers) - [Best Enterprise GPUs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/enterprise-gpus) - [Best Desktops for Local AI](https://www.storagereview.com/best/desktops-local-ai) - [Best Laptops for Local AI](https://www.storagereview.com/best/laptops-local-ai) - [Best Local LLM Tools](https://www.storagereview.com/best/local-llm-tools) - [Agentic AI Hardware](https://www.storagereview.com/best/agentic-ai-hardware) - [Best SSDs & Hard Drives](https://www.storagereview.com/best_drives) - [Best Portable SSDs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/portable-ssds) - [Best Business Laptops](https://www.storagereview.com/best/business-laptops) - [Best Mobile Workstations](https://www.storagereview.com/best/mobile-workstations) - [Best Desktop Workstations](https://www.storagereview.com/best/desktop-workstations) - [Best Mini PCs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/mini-pcs) - [Best Laptop Battery Life](https://www.storagereview.com/best/laptop-battery-life) - [Storage Reference Guide](https://www.storagereview.com/storage-reference-guide) - [About SR](https://www.storagereview.com/about-storagereview) - [StorageReview.com Sweepstakes Rules and Regulations](https://www.storagereview.com/storagereview-com-sweepstakes-rules-and-regulations) Search [Home](https://www.storagereview.com/) » [News](https://www.storagereview.com/news) » CalDigit T3 Thunderbolt 2 Announced # CalDigit T3 Thunderbolt 2 Announced by Lyle Smith on October 20, 2014 [Enterprise](https://www.storagereview.com/enterprise)  ◇  [Power Management](https://www.storagereview.com/enterprise/power-management) ​CalDigit has announced that their T3 Thunderbolt 2 RAID storage solution is available for pre-order now and will be shipping on October 24th. The updated version of the T3 now features Thunderbolt 2 connectivity as well as a higher maximum storage capacity of 15TB. The T3 supports RAID 0, RAID1 and JBOD configurations and includes a upgraded 5 year warranty. CalDigit is also giving away a free AV Pro drive reader to consumer who pre-order the 9TB, 12TB or 15TB models of the T3. ![](https://www.storagereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/caldigit-T3-TB2.jpg) CalDigit’s T3 Thunderbolt 2 can achieve speeds up to 1,100MB/s when used with SSDs and speeds of 580MB/s with 3.5” HDDs. The T3’s 3-bay design also allows the device to offer significantly faster performance than traditional 2-bay storage devices and enables higher storage capacities of up to 15TB with 3.5” HDDs installed.   The [previous generation of the T3](https://www.storagereview.com/caldigit_t3_review) offered impressive speed, capacity, and versatility, which is perfect for media professionals working with heavy workloads and large file sets. It also was the only 3-Bay RAID device that allowed users to use both 2.5" SSD and 3.5" HDD at the same time. Now, with the T3’s dual Thunderbolt 2 ports on the new T3, professionals will be able to seamlessly integrate a 4K workflow as well as the ability to easily connect a 4K monitor as part of the daisy-chain. **T3 Thunderbolt 2 Specifications** - Interface: 2x Thunderbolt 2 ports - Interface transfer rates:    up to 20GB/s - Capacity:  - HDD – Up to 15TB - SSD – Up to 3TB - Dimensions     - Height: 4.5 inches (116 mm)  - Width: 5.3 inches (135 mm) - Depth: 9.5 inches (242 mm) - Weight: - 6.10LB / 2.76Kg (SSD x3) - 9.98LB / 4.53Kg (HDD x3) - RAID Function:     - Supports RAID 0,1 and JBOD - Automatic disk failure detection - Hot swappable disks - Fan Specification     - Size: 80 x 80 x 25mm - Speed: 1500 R.P.M.+/-10% - Airflow: 21.9 CFM (ft3/min) - Noise Level: 17.0 dBA - Power Supply Adapter     - AC input: 100-240v-2.0A, 50-60Hz   - DC output: 12V-7.5A - In the Box     - 1x CalDigit T3 - 3x Drive Modules - 1x AC Adapter - 1x AC Power Cord - 2x Keys - User Manual (Preloaded) **Pricing and availability** The CalDigit T3 with Thunderbolt 2 is now available for pre-order at the CalDigit Online Stores. Pricing for the T3 starts at $499 for the 1.5TB HDD model. [CalDigit T3 Family at Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=CalDigit%20T3&linkCode=ur2&tag=storagereviewcom-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=5Z6EYQ6MYPNPSECD)![]() [Discuss This Story](http://forums.storagereview.com/index.php/topic/37157-caldigit-t3-thunderbolt-2-announced-discussion/) **Engage with StorageReview** [Newsletter](https://www.storagereview.com/storage_newsletter) |  [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/StorageReview "Opens in a new window") | Podcast  [iTunes](https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/storagereview-com-storage-reviews/id1060681115 "Opens in a new window")/ [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0 "Opens in a new window") |  [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/ "Opens in a new window") |  [Twitter](https://twitter.com/storagereview "Opens in a new window") |  [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview? 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