Avid NEXIS F5 1120TB Hardware Only for Subscription
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Avid NEXIS F5 1120TB Hardware Only for Subscription
Product Overview
The Avid NEXIS | F5 1120TB Hardware Only for Subscription is the fully-populated flagship NEXIS F5 storage engine configured for organizations operating under Avid subscription licensing. Equipped with eight 140TB HDD Media Packs, this system delivers 1,120TB of usable capacity and up to 3.84 GB/s of aggregate bandwidth over 25/50GbE networking. Hardware Only configurations include no bundled support contract—support is provided through the customer's existing Avid subscription plan.
Product Description
This Hardware Only for Subscription configuration provides the maximum NEXIS F5 capacity in a single chassis, designed for facilities managing their Avid support coverage through subscription licensing. Eight 140TB HDD Media Packs fill all available slots to deliver 1,120TB of usable storage and 3.84 GB/s of aggregate bandwidth—supporting large concurrent editorial teams on broadcast HD, 4K, and HDR workflows.
The F5 Controller ships with two 40/50Gbps Ethernet QSFP28 interfaces (unpopulated) for 25GbE or 50GbE production network connectivity. The included Avid NEXIS | FS license provides centralized workspace management, per-user bandwidth allocation, and NLE integration. Dual 220V redundant power supplies and five cooling modules support continuous 24/7 operation. Two 14TB spare drives and two SSDs are included. The system ships with a rack-mount kit.
Note: Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ is required for all F5 configurations and is sold separately. This product does not include a bundled support contract. Support is provided through the purchaser's Avid subscription agreement. Drive slot covers are not required for F5 engine chassis.
Key Features
- 1,120TB Full-Capacity Storage — Eight 140TB HDD Media Packs fill all available chassis slots for maximum single-engine capacity.
- 3.84 GB/s Aggregate Bandwidth — Eight Media Packs at 480 MB/s each sustain broadcast-grade concurrent creative workflows across large editorial teams.
- 25/50GbE QSFP28 Connectivity — Two 40/50Gbps QSFP28 Ethernet interfaces (unpopulated) for integration with 25GbE or 50GbE switching infrastructure.
- Avid NEXIS | FS License Included — Centralized file system management, per-user workspace allocation, and bandwidth control.
- Redundant 220V Power Supplies — Dual PSUs for uninterrupted 24/7 production operation.
- Two 14TB Spare Drives — Hot-spare HDDs for immediate response to Media Pack drive failures.
- Two SSDs Included — Solid-state drives for file system metadata and cache performance.
- Five Cooling Modules — Redundant cooling for continuous-duty rack-mount deployments.
- Rack-Mount Kit Included — Standard 19-inch mounting hardware included.
- Hardware Only for Subscription — No bundled support contract; designed for facilities with Avid subscription-based support coverage.
- E-Series Compatible — Integrates with existing NEXIS E-Series infrastructure as a dedicated storage group.
Typical Applications
- Large broadcast production facility shared storage
- Post-production studio flagship shared storage for 4K/8K and HDR workflows
- Network television and streaming content production
- Government and defense media operations
- Multi-engine NEXIS fabric expansion
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Avid NEXIS | F5 |
| Total Usable Capacity | 1,120TB |
| Media Pack Configuration | 8x 140TB HDD Media Packs (fully populated) |
| Bandwidth Per Media Pack | 480 MB/s (HDD) |
| Maximum Aggregate Bandwidth | Up to 3.84 GB/s |
| Network Interfaces | Two 40/50Gbps Ethernet QSFP28 (unpopulated) |
| Power Supply | Two 220V PSU (redundant) |
| Cooling | 5 cooling modules |
| Spare Drives | Two 14TB HDDs |
| SSDs Included | Two SSDs (metadata/cache) |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount (kit included) |
| Software Included | Avid NEXIS | FS license |
| Required Accessory | Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ (sold separately) |
| Support | Hardware Only — support via Avid subscription agreement |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does Hardware Only for Subscription mean?
A: This configuration includes the F5 hardware and FS license but no bundled support contract. Support is provided through the purchaser's existing Avid subscription plan. Contact Creation Networks if you need guidance on bundled support options.
Q: Is SDA/SDA+ required?
A: Yes. Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ is required for all F5 configurations and is sold separately. Contact Creation Networks for SDA/SDA+ guidance.
Q: Can I add a support contract later?
A: Yes. Contact Creation Networks to discuss Elite Support or ExpertPlus with Hardware Support options for your system.
Q: What is the maximum client count for F5?
A: With SDA+, the F5 supports up to 330 simultaneous clients. Contact Creation Networks for multi-engine and large-client-count designs.
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