Avid NEXIS | F5 800TB, Fully populated 8x 100TB Media Packs, includes; two SSDs, two 10TB spare drives, two 220V PSU, 5 cooling modules, rack mount kit. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support

Product Overview

The Avid NEXIS | F5 800TB shared storage system is a high-capacity enterprise storage engine designed for broadcast facilities, post-production studios, and media organizations requiring high-bandwidth collaborative access to 4K, HDR, and high-frame-rate content. Fully populated with eight 100TB HDD Media Packs, this system delivers up to 3.84 GB/s of aggregate bandwidth over 25/50GbE networking. This configuration includes Avid ExpertPlus with Hardware Support, providing hardware replacement coverage and access to Avid's expert technical support team for production and post-production deployments.

Product Description

With 800TB of usable capacity across eight 100TB HDD Media Packs, the Avid NEXIS | F5 800TB provides the storage density and performance required for large editorial teams working simultaneously on high-resolution workflows. Each Media Pack delivers 480 MB/s of sustained bandwidth; eight packs together reach 3.84 GB/s aggregate—supporting a large number of concurrent edit streams without bandwidth contention.

The F5 Controller ships with two 40/50Gbps Ethernet QSFP28 interfaces (unpopulated), enabling deployment on 25GbE or 50GbE production networks. The included Avid NEXIS | FS license provides centralized workspace management, user bandwidth controls, and native integration with Avid Media Composer, Pro Tools, Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and any NFS/SMB-compatible application.

Dual 220V redundant power supplies and five cooling modules support continuous production operation. Two 10TB spare drives are included for immediate hot-spare deployment. Two SSDs are included for NEXIS file system metadata and cache functions. The system ships with a rack-mount kit for standard 19-inch rack installation.

Note: Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ is required for all F5 configurations and is sold separately. Drive slot covers are not required for F5 engine chassis. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides hardware replacement logistics and expert technical access for facilities with capable in-house technical staff.

Key Features

• 800TB Usable Capacity — Eight 100TB HDD Media Packs fully populate the F5 chassis for enterprise-scale broadcast and post-production storage.
• 3.84 GB/s Aggregate Bandwidth — 480 MB/s per Media Pack across eight packs supports high-resolution multi-user collaborative workflows.
• 25/50GbE QSFP28 Connectivity — Two 40/50Gbps QSFP28 Ethernet interfaces (unpopulated) for high-bandwidth network integration.
• Avid NEXIS | FS License Included — Centralized storage management with per-user workspace allocation and bandwidth control.
• Redundant 220V Power Supplies — Dual PSU configuration for uninterrupted production operation.
• Two 10TB Spare Drives — Hot-spare HDDs included for immediate response to Media Pack drive failures.
• Two SSDs Included — Solid-state drives for file system metadata and cache acceleration.
• Five Cooling Modules — Redundant cooling for continuous-duty rack-mount deployments.
• Rack-Mount Kit Included — Standard 19-inch hardware for immediate installation in equipment racks.
• ExpertPlus with Hardware Support — Hardware replacement coverage with access to Avid expert technical support resources for the contract period.
• E-Series Compatible — Integrates with existing NEXIS E-Series infrastructure; configure as a dedicated storage group for full F5 bandwidth performance.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast production facility shared storage
• Post-production house 4K/8K collaborative editorial
• Government media operations and archive workflows
• Multi-purpose production room with mixed NLE environments
• Training and education production facility storage

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ required?
A: Yes. SDA/SDA+ is required for all F5 configurations and sold separately. SDA+ enables support for more than 24 Media Packs and up to 330 concurrent active clients. Contact Creation Networks for SDA/SDA+ guidance.

Q: Can the F5 work with existing NEXIS E-Series hardware?
A: Yes, with a caveat: in mixed environments, bandwidth is limited to E-Series speeds. Isolate F5 engines as a dedicated storage group to achieve full 480 MB/s per-pack F5 performance.

Q: What is ExpertPlus with Hardware Support?
A: ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides hardware replacement logistics and access to Avid expert technical support for the contract period. For 24/7 broadcast operations requiring highest response commitments, Elite Support is available as an alternative option.

Q: What switch infrastructure is required?
A: A 25GbE or 50GbE switch is required for rated F5 bandwidth. The F5 Controller ships with two 40/50Gbps QSFP28 interfaces (unpopulated). Existing 10GbE infrastructure will limit throughput.

Q: How many concurrent clients are supported?
A: With NEXIS SDA+, up to 330 concurrent active clients are supported. Actual per-client stream counts depend on resolution, codec, and bandwidth allocation configuration.

Q: Where can I request a quote?
A: Contact Creation Networks for configuration assistance, volume pricing, and SDA/SDA+ compatibility guidance.