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Avid NEXIS | SDA+ with Elite Support. Up to 165 clients, up to 24 Media Packs. is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Overview
The Avid NEXIS SDA+ with Elite Support (Storage Director Appliance Plus) is Avid's high-performance all-flash storage management and distribution system bundled with Elite Support. The SDA+ is a 2U appliance that controls and distributes NEXIS F-series and E-series storage to media production clients across a facility. Elite Support includes 24/7 priority technical assistance and advanced hardware replacement terms.
Product Description
The NEXIS SDA+ manages the NEXIS shared storage environment, handling storage distribution, bandwidth management, and client connectivity across large-scale media production facilities. The SDA+ supports up to 165 clients and up to 24 Media Packs (standard license). Elite Support provides round-the-clock access to Avid's highest-tier technical support team and priority hardware replacement. The SDA+ is central infrastructure for multi-chassis NEXIS deployments in broadcast, post-production, and media enterprise environments.
Key Features
- NEXIS Storage Director Appliance Plus — Central management and distribution appliance for NEXIS shared storage environments.
- Up to 165 Clients — Supports up to 165 simultaneous media production clients (standard license).
- Up to 24 Media Packs — Manages up to 24 NEXIS Media Packs across connected chassis (standard license).
- Elite Support Included — 24/7 priority technical support with advanced hardware replacement terms.
- Multi-Chassis Management — Coordinates NEXIS F-series and E-series storage across a facility network.
Typical Applications
- Large broadcast facilities with multi-chassis NEXIS deployments
- Enterprise post-production environments with high client counts
- Media organizations requiring mission-critical support response times
- Facilities managing mixed NEXIS F-series and E-series storage
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U rack appliance |
| Max Clients | Up to 165 (standard license) |
| Max Media Packs | Up to 24 (standard license) |
| Compatible Storage | NEXIS F-series, E-series |
| Support Level | Elite Support (24/7, priority replacement) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between Elite Support and standard support?
A: Elite Support provides 24/7 priority access to Avid's technical team and advanced hardware replacement terms. Contact Creation Networks to compare support tiers for your NEXIS deployment.
Q: Can I expand client or Media Pack capacity beyond the standard license limits?
A: Expanded client and Media Pack capacity may be available with additional licensing. Contact Creation Networks for SDA+ capacity expansion options.
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