Data Storage Systems, Inc. (DSS, Inc.) is a Value Added Reseller (VAR) for
for Drobo, Inc. (formerly Data Robotics, Inc.) providing our customers with
un-parralled support and services. DSS, Inc. sells and supports the DroboPro
and provides integration and testing services prior to shipping to ensure
eachDrobroPro is ready to go when delivered.
Drobo, Inc.'s DroboPro is the first business class storage array that is
capabable of managing itself. Designed to be simple and scalable,
BeyondRAID™ technology incorporated into DroboPro, allows businesses
making the difficult and confining choices commonly associated with storage
management. Why trade simplicity for safety, or stability for expandability?
Up to 8 disks of instant expansion
Single or dual disk redundancy
iSCSI (Gigabit Ethernet), FireWire 800 (400 compatible) and Hi-Speed USB 2.0
Up to 16 x 16TB Smart Volumes™¹
BeyondRAID technology
DroboPro is a rackmountable/desktop eight-drive storage array that protects against two simultaneous drive failures. Capacity
expands by adding/replacing drives. Connect to server via iSCSI/FireWire800/USB. DroboPro delivers both enterprise-level data
safety and unprecedented expandability, featuring single and dual disk redundancy combined with instant capacity expansion. Once
you experience DroboPro, you just might forget the differences between all eleven traditional RAID levels. If you do, don’t panic.
You’re experiencing the peace of mind that comes with every Drobo® product.
DroboPro
Highlights:
DroboPro
DroboPro is a rackmountable/desktop eight-drive storage
array that protects against two simultaneous drive
failures. Capacity expands by adding/replacing drives.
Connect to server via iSCSI/FireWire800/USB
Disk Interface: Eight-bay capacity
3.5" SATA I or SATA II hard disk drives
No carriers required
Mix and match capacities, disk brands and speeds
Capacity: Continuously upgradeable with larger and faster drives. Use
our interactive tool to estimate your storage in various
configurations
Weight: 16lbs 3ozs (without hard drives or packaging) 3U for a
standard 19" rack
Host Interface: iSCSI (utilizes Gigabit Ethernet)
FireWire 800
High Speed USB 2.0
Power Specifications Idle system (standby, drives off): 13 watts
Typical idle system - idle, drive spin down mode (eight drives):
25 watts
Typical busy system (eight drives): 82 watts
Certification: Emissions FCC Part 15 Class B and Safety: UL, cUL
Security: Kensington lock port
Operating System Support: Windows 2008 Server
Windows 2003 Server
Windows XP (Service Pack 3)
Windows Vista (Service Pack 1)
Mac OS X 10.4.11 and greater
Mac OS X Server 10.4.11 or greater
(Mac OS X 10.5.6 or greater recommended for optimal iSCSI
performance and reliability)
Linux using EXT3³
File System Options: Windows: NTFS
Mac OS X: HFS+
Cross-Platform: FAT32
Linux: EXT3
Warranty: Two (2) year warranty or as provided by local law
Box Contents DroboPro
6' USB 2.0 cable
6' FireWire 800 cable
6' Ethernet cable
User Guide and Quick Start Instructions
Resource CD includes:
Drobo Dashboard application
Help files
Electronic Documentation