I also ordered a UltraDock V5 for testing because we've noticed that the Oxford controller in the T35es cannot use the entire drive when dealing with drives larger than 2.19TB when the T35es is connected to the analysis computer via USB or FireWire. It works when using the eSATA connection on the T35es or when using the newer T35u (reportedly). Unfortunately, since we are using Macbook Pro laptop computers in the field, eSATA is not an option for us.
The Oxford controller in the WiebeTech UltraDock is more recent and according to WiebeTech, is able to work with 2.19TB+ drives over USB2/3.0 and FireWire 800 without issues.
IMHO, the UltraDock has a huge advantage over the T35u as it supports USB3, FW800 and eSATA on the same device.
We now have to see if it as reliable and fast as the Tableau devices that we know and love...
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