Avid NEXIS | F2 Controller, ExpertPlus w/HW Support
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Avid NEXIS | F2 Controller, ExpertPlus w/HW Support
Product Overview
The Avid NEXIS F2 Controller with ExpertPlus Maintenance is the dedicated controller unit for the NEXIS F2 shared storage platform, sold with ExpertPlus with Hardware Support coverage. The F2 Controller manages the F2 chassis and connected Media Packs, providing storage management, network connectivity, and system administration for F2-based shared storage environments. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides hardware replacement coverage and priority expert technical access.
Product Description
The Avid NEXIS F2 Controller is the network-attached storage management engine for the F2 chassis. F2 supports 60TB, 100TB, or 140TB Media Packs. The controller manages chassis I/O, client connections, and NEXIS FS licensing. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides hardware replacement coverage and access to expert Avid technical resources. An SDA or SDA+ system director appliance is required and sold separately.
Key Features
- F2 Platform Controller — Manages F2 chassis I/O, Media Pack integration, and client connectivity.
- 25GbE Network Connectivity — High-speed client connections across the F2 chassis.
- ExpertPlus with Hardware Support — Hardware replacement and expert technical access.
- Multi-NLE Compatible — Avid Media Composer, Pro Tools, Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve.
- Scalable Media Packs — Add 60TB, 100TB, or 140TB Media Packs as capacity needs grow.
Typical Applications
- Mid-to-large post-production studios requiring shared storage with hardware support coverage
- Broadcast facilities with standard business-hours SLA requirements
- Multi-NLE collaborative editorial environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Avid NEXIS F2 Controller |
| Supported Media Packs | 60TB, 100TB, 140TB |
| Network Ports | 25GbE |
| Support Level | ExpertPlus with Hardware Support |
| Requires | NEXIS SDA or SDA+ (sold separately) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is an SDA/SDA+ appliance required?
A: Yes. An Avid NEXIS SDA or SDA+ system director appliance is required for all F2 configurations and sold separately. Contact Creation Networks for complete system design.
Q: What is ExpertPlus with Hardware Support?
A: Hardware replacement coverage combined with access to expert Avid support resources. Contact Creation Networks to compare support tiers.
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