Avid NEXIS | F5 NL 160TB Media Pack, Hardware Only for Subscription
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Avid NEXIS | F5 NL 160TB Media Pack, Hardware Only for Subscription
Product Overview
The Avid NEXIS F5 NL 160TB Near-Line Media Pack — Hardware Only for Subscription provides the F5 NL 160TB near-line Media Pack hardware and license without a bundled support contract. Support coverage is provided through the customer's existing Avid subscription plan. The F5 NL platform delivers high-capacity, low-cost-per-TB near-line storage optimized for archive, backup, and media management workflows.
Product Description
The F5 NL 160TB Media Pack delivers the highest capacity per pack in the F5 platform at the lowest cost per TB, optimized for sequential access workloads such as archive and near-line media management. This Hardware Only for Subscription SKU includes Media Pack hardware and license without a standalone support contract; support must be covered by an existing Avid subscription plan. F5 NL Media Packs require an F5 engine and SDA or SDA+ appliance. Contact Creation Networks to verify subscription coverage before ordering.
Key Features
- 160TB Near-Line Media Pack — Highest capacity F5 pack, lowest cost per TB.
- Near-Line Optimized — Sequential access for archive, backup, and media management.
- Hardware and License Included — Complete Media Pack without a support contract.
- Support via Existing Subscription — Support coverage provided through customer Avid subscription plan.
- Up to 8 Packs per F5 Chassis — Up to 1.28PB with 160TB NL packs fully populated.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity per Pack | 160TB |
| Storage Type | Near-Line HDD (sequential access optimized) |
| Max Packs per F5 Chassis | 8 |
| Max Raw Capacity (160TB NL packs) | 1.28PB |
| Includes | Hardware and license |
| Support | Via customer Avid subscription plan |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does F5 NL differ from standard F5 HDD packs?
A: NL packs are near-line (sequential access optimized) with higher capacity and lower cost per TB than standard HDD packs. Contact Creation Networks for a detailed performance comparison.
Q: Does this include a support contract?
A: No. Support must be covered by your existing Avid subscription plan. Contact Creation Networks to verify coverage.
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