Promise Pegasus5 R12 – Thunderbolt™ 5 power for creativity

At the IBC 2025 trade show in Amsterdam, PROMISE Technology unveiled its new Promise Pegasus5 R12 desktop storage array. This elegant array was created for the latest Thunderbolt standard, Thunderbolt 5. Thanks to the latest Thunderbolt technology, HDD and SSD NVMe drives, the array achieves transfer speeds of up to 6,000MB/s and is protected by a reliable hardware RAID system.

The world of digital creativity is developing at a dizzying pace. Not so long ago, working with Full HD resolution material was the standard. Today, we commonly work in 4K, and increasingly in 6K and 8K. Added to this are huge libraries of RAW photos, advanced graphic and music projects, and 3D designs. All this requires not only computers with powerful computing power, but also reliable data storage solutions.

The Pegasus5 R12, the latest offering from PROMISE Technology, responds to this growing need. It is a device that combines the groundbreaking Thunderbolt™ 5 interface, enormous capacity, data transfer speed, and security in a compact, desktop form factor ready to meet the most demanding challenges.

Thunderbolt™ 5 standard – a breakthrough in external device speed

The biggest innovation and advantage of the Promise Pegasus5 R12 is its support for Thunderbolt™ 5, the latest connectivity standard offering speeds of up to 80Gb/s. This is twice as fast as the previous generation of Thunderbolt, allowing data transfer speeds of up to 6000MB/s.

What does this mean in practice?

• Smooth editing of 4K, 6K, and 8K videos without buffering or delays.
• The ability to work on multiple video streams simultaneously.
• Instant transfer of huge files – whether video projects, photo shoots, or sound databases.

Thanks to Thunderbolt™ 5, Pegasus5 R12 becomes not just a data storage device, but a full-fledged creative studio hub capable of handling even the most demanding workflows.

Hybrid design – space and flexibility

Modern projects require both enormous space and ultra-fast data access. Pegasus5 R12 solves this dilemma with its hybrid design:

• 12 bays for 3.5" SATA hard drives provide up to 288TB of capacity, ideal for archiving and storing large libraries.
• 4 M.2 NVMe SSD slots add another 32 TB, designed for working with work files and accelerating large projects.

This layout gives professional content creators complete freedom, i.e., HDD space can be used for source material or copies of different project versions, while high-performance SSDs can be used for current projects requiring maximum performance.

Hardware RAID – the hidden advantage of Pegasus5 R12

When choosing a disk array, the question often arises: is it better to choose hardware or software RAID? In the case of Pegasus5 R12, the answer is clear – hardware RAID in the form of PromiseRAID technology offers real benefits that a classic software solution cannot provide. The main benefits are:

1. Performance without burdening the computer

Software RAID relies on the computer's processor and memory resources, which slows down other tasks such as video editing or rendering. In the Promise Pegasus5 R12 array, the PromiseRAID system runs on a dedicated RAID hardware controller integrated into the enclosure, providing full computing power – not shared with software RAID – for creative applications, transfers up to 6000MB/s, and complete data security.

2. Stability and advanced algorithms

PromiseRAID offers optimized operating modes (RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60) that are more stable and error-resistant than software RAID. This ensures that the system can handle any data loss scenario caused by media failure.

3. Predictive Data Migration (PDM)

The unique PDM technology monitors the condition of the disks and predicts potential failures before they occur. The system automatically migrates data to a working medium, ensuring maximum security without user intervention.

4. Flexibility and hot-swap

The array is configured in a simple WebPAM 5.0 interface, and hot-swap support allows drives to be replaced without interrupting operation. This is crucial in professional environments where every minute counts.

Compact design and intelligent cooling

Despite its power, the Pegasus5 R12 is designed for everyday use. Its compact dimensions (318 × 227 × 227 mm) and elegant design make it look great on a desk next to an Apple Mac Studio or Apple Mac mini workstation. It weighs only 16 kg, so it can be easily moved if your work environment requires mobility.

The device operates quietly thanks to its intelligent cooling system. In addition, the built-in energy-saving mode automatically puts the system into sleep mode when the computer is turned off or disconnected – an eco-friendly and practical solution.

Integration with everyday work

Promise Pegasus5 R12 works with both Windows 11 and macOS 15 and later. An intuitive WebPAM 5.0 tool is available for management, and for advanced users – a CLI panel.

What's more, the manufacturer has prepared plugins for Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, which makes Pegasus5 R12 even better suited to creative work. It is a ready-to-use solution for professional environments.

Promise Pegasus5 R12 – why is it worth it?

Choosing Pegasus5 R12 is an investment in the future of any creative studio that relies on reliable data storage solutions. Promise Pegasus5 R12 is a device that combines the most important features of the latest technology:

• Thunderbolt™ 5 standard – 80 Gb/s and 6000 MB/s,
• huge capacity up to 288 TB HDD + 32 TB SSD,
• advanced PromiseRAID and PDM data protection,
• the advantage of hardware RAID over software RAID,
• compact and elegant housing,
• full integration with tools used by professional creators.

This is equipment that not only meets today's needs, but also prepares you for tomorrow's challenges.

Promise Pegasus5 R12 is the foundation of a modern studio – for filmmakers, photographers, musicians, and graphic designers who want to work faster, safer, and without compromise.

According to information we obtained during a conversation at the Promise stand at the IBC 2025 trade fair, Pegasus5 R12 is expected to be available for sale in the fourth quarter of 2025. As an authorized Promise system integrator, we will immediately include the Pegasus5 R12 array in our offer as soon as it becomes available in Europe. We invite you to follow the information on social media, in our newsletter, and in the news section on the abart.pro website.