The world's largest docking station is an eight-bay NAS that can expand up to 130TB, features 20 ports and connectors, and also has eight power outputs.
Aurora can be backed again on Kickstarter.
Currently, Aurora is running an active funding campaign on Kickstarter. This innovative all-in-one dock integrates storage, charging ports, and an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), all in a unit of considerable size.
Aurora offers up to 128TB of combined storage that includes HDD and M.2 SSD drives, and supports RAID configurations 0, 1, 5, and 10 for flexible data management. It is specifically designed for professionals and content creators who require high data handling capacities. Additionally, it features an integrated UPS system that ensures operational continuity during power interruptions, with a capacity of 1600VA/1200W, capable of providing power for 15 minutes and a transfer time of just 4ms to protect against sudden power outages.
With dimensions of 47.3 x 8.6 x 5.9 inches and a weight of 22 lbs (10 kg), Aurora is compatible with various storage options, including 3.5-inch SATA drives and 2.5-inch SATA SSDs. It also accepts NVMe M.2 SSDs in sizes ranging from 2230 to 2280. The device operates with an Intel i5-9500T CPU and has 16GB of DDR4 RAM, running on Debian 12 LST 6.1, and is compatible with TrueNAS-Scale and OpenWrt for NAS storage management.
Aurora stands out by featuring a total of 20 ports. On the front panel, there are two Thunderbolt 3 ports that support transfer speeds of 40 Gbps, along with two USB 3.2 ports, one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 (10 Gbps), and USB 2.0 slots for lower-speed peripherals. It also includes a 3.5mm audio jack and an SD/TF card reader that allows access to an additional 2TB of storage. On the back, there are 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.
Additionally, an integrated power strip provides eight power outlets, allowing the connection of computers, speakers, and other devices while keeping cables hidden. The dock is made of space-grade aluminum and is available in walnut and cherry finishes. It also features an incorporated LED light with a color rendering index (CRI) of 95% and color settings (4000K, 4500K, 5000K), enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
The Kickstarter campaign for Aurora has received positive feedback so far, raising $105,126 of a $5,000 goal, with an initial price of $359 (instead of its suggested retail price of $599). As with any crowdfunding project, it's important to be aware of potential risks that may arise, such as delays, changes in specifications, or even non-delivery of the product.
