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Avid NEXIS Cross Grade to Subscription from SDA ExpertPlus w/HW maintenance is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Overview
Avid NEXIS Cross Grade to SDA (System Director Appliance) — ExpertPlus Support is a cross-grade license that converts an existing NEXIS system to add or upgrade the SDA tier, including ExpertPlus with Hardware Support coverage. The SDA is required for all NEXIS configurations and manages up to 165 clients and up to 24 Media Packs. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides business-hours support and hardware replacement.
Product Description
The NEXIS SDA (System Director Appliance) acts as the central director for all NEXIS storage systems, providing centralized management, scheduling, and monitoring. This cross-grade upgrades an existing NEXIS configuration to include the SDA tier. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support ensures hardware replacement and software support coverage for the SDA appliance. Contact Creation Networks to verify cross-grade eligibility and SDA configuration requirements.
Key Features
- SDA Cross-Grade — Adds or upgrades to SDA tier from existing NEXIS configuration.
- Up to 165 Clients — SDA supports up to 165 simultaneous client connections.
- Up to 24 Media Packs — Manages up to 24 Media Packs across all connected NEXIS chassis.
- ExpertPlus with Hardware Support — Business-hours support with hardware replacement coverage.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product | Avid NEXIS SDA (System Director Appliance) |
| Transaction Type | Cross-Grade |
| Max Clients | Up to 165 clients |
| Max Media Packs | Up to 24 Media Packs |
| Support Level | ExpertPlus with Hardware Support |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is SDA required for all NEXIS configurations?
A: Yes. The SDA is required for all Avid NEXIS storage deployments. Contact Creation Networks for full NEXIS configuration guidance.
Q: What is the difference between ExpertPlus and Elite support?
A: Elite Support provides 24/7 priority access and faster escalation. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides business-hours support with hardware replacement. Contact Creation Networks for a support tier comparison.
At Creartion Networks, we do everything we can to create an excellent customer experience. This includes fast shipping and easy returns.
- Most in-stock orders placed Monday-Friday ship within 24-48 hours. General restrictions apply; please see our full shipping policy here.
- We offer a 30-day return policy from the delivery date on many products. Product restrictions apply. Restocking fees for the return of open-box items. Please see our full return policy here for more information.
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