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C8S06A Overview
C8S06A is a high-performance NAS storage system designed to meet demanding enterprise requirements. It features 8 drive bays that support SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, delivering a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 6 configurations. The system is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory (expandable to 32 GB), ensuring robust performance for critical applications.
C8S06A offers multiple interfaces including 10GbE Ethernet and USB 3.2 ports, enabling versatile connectivity and network support. Its design supports expansion and features redundant cooling with a redundant power supply rated at 500W, making it ideal for use cases such as SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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C8S06A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 8-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 32 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 500W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- C8S06A Enterprise NAS Storage System
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Depth
- 28.7 inches
- Weight
- 48 lbs
C8S06A Use Case
High-Speed Enterprise Backup for Financial Institutions
In a financial services data center, IT administrators install the C8S06A-RDX USB 3.0 Internal Docking Station within a rack-mount server to perform daily RDX tape cartridge backups. Thanks to USB 3.0’s 5 Gbps throughput and internal integration, backup windows shrink by 40%, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimizing downtime for transaction processing systems.
Secure Media Archiving in Film and Post-Production Studios
A post-production studio integrates the C8S06A-RDX USB 3.0 Internal Docking Station into its editing workstations to offload raw 4K footage onto removable RDX cartridges. The internal docking solution delivers consistent high-speed transfers and hot-swap capability, reducing ingest time by 50% and safeguarding gigabytes of video assets with durable, offline storage.
Remote Server Maintenance for Managed IT Services
A managed service provider equips remote rack servers with the C8S06A-RDX USB 3.0 Internal Docking Station to streamline on-site data recovery and system updates. Technicians can quickly swap RDX media for OS restores and configuration snapshots, cutting field service time by 30% while maintaining secure, encrypted backups during travel.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C8S06A |  803204-B21 |  EH920B |  H6G70B |  P9L72A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | NAS | NAS | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 12-bay | 12-bay | 4-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 256 TB | 512 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 500W | 750W | 750W | 350W | 750W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | N/A | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | C8S06A Enterprise NAS Storage System | 803204-B21 | EH920B | H6G70B Enterprise Storage System | P9L72A Enterprise SAN Storage System |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 4 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28.7 inches | 28 inches | 26 inches | 18 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 48 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 20 lbs | 50 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
D
Danish Iqbal
4
USB 3.0 speeds were consistent.
P
Pietro Galli
5
Simple and dependable backup solution.
O
Olof Svensson
5
Easy to manage daily backups.
Y
Yasir Mahmood
4
Very practical device.
Questions & Answers
What is the RDX USB 3.0 Internal Docking Station (SKU: C8S06A)?
The RDX USB 3.0 Internal Docking Station (C8S06A) is a 3.5″ bay module that connects RDX cartridges directly to your PC’s internal USB 3.0 header, enabling high-speed data backup and restore.
Which interface does the C8S06A docking station use?
It uses an internal USB 3.0 motherboard header for data transfer up to 5 Gbps and supplies uninterrupted connectivity for RDX cartridges.
What transfer speeds can I expect with the USB 3.0 docking station?
You can achieve sustained data rates up to 5 Gbps, delivering fast backup, restore, and data archive operations with RDX media.
Is the RDX docking station compatible with standard 3.5″ drive bays?
Yes, the C8S06A fits into any standard 3.5″ internal drive bay and securely mounts using the included brackets and screws.
Which RDX media formats are supported by this docking station?
It supports all RDX Ultra, RDX Quik, and RDX AccuGuard cartridges, ensuring full backward and forward compatibility.
Can I hot-swap RDX cartridges with the internal docking station?
Yes, the docking station supports hot-swapping, allowing you to insert or remove cartridges without powering down the host system.
What operating systems work with the RDX USB 3.0 docking station?
The module is driver-free on Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, macOS 10.13+ and most Linux distributions with native USB 3.0 host support.
Does the docking station require additional drivers or software?
No, it is plug-and-play on supported OS platforms and requires no proprietary drivers or utilities to operate.
How do I install the C8S06A internal docking station?
Mount it in a 3.5″ bay, connect the internal USB 3.0 header cable to your motherboard, secure the device, then power on your PC.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the docking station?
The unit measures 101 mm × 146 mm × 25 mm and weighs 260 g, occupying one 3.5″ bay without adding significant bulk.
Are any accessories included with SKU C8S06A?
Yes, the package includes mounting brackets, screws, and an internal USB 3.0 header cable for seamless installation.
Does this docking station support error-checking or data encryption?
Data integrity is ensured via built-in RDX media error-checking; encryption depends on your backup software and cartridge model.
What warranty covers the RDX USB 3.0 Internal Docking Station?
It carries a two-year limited hardware warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
How do I troubleshoot connection issues with the docking station?
Verify the internal USB 3.0 header cable is fully seated on both ends, confirm BIOS USB settings, and test with another RDX cartridge.
Can I use the C8S06A in RAID or multi-drive backup setups?
Yes, the RDX docking station integrates with software RAID or backup suites, enabling automated multi-cartridge workflows.
Where can I find technical support for SKU C8S06A?
For assistance, contact our certified support team via the manufacturer’s website or call the toll-free technical hotline.