Studio Network Solutions EVO 16 Bay 1-2 Loaded Shared Storage Server 80TB

Product Overview

The Studio Network Solutions EVO 16 Bay 1/2 Loaded Shared Storage Server 80TB is a partially populated 4U rack-mount NAS server that ships with 8 drives installed across its 16-bay chassis, providing 80TB of raw storage with room to grow. This SNS EVO shared storage server is designed for post-production studios and broadcast facilities that need a high-capacity starting point without committing to fully populating all 16 bays on day one. The remaining 8 open bays allow the system to scale in place as your storage requirements increase, avoiding the cost and disruption of replacing infrastructure mid-project. As a 16-bay NAS server for video editing, this configuration delivers the throughput needed for concurrent 4K and 8K editorial workflows while keeping the path to expansion straightforward.

Product Description

The EVO 16 Bay 80TB half-loaded configuration gives production teams a strong starting capacity with a clear and cost-effective upgrade path. Configured with 8 drives occupying half the available bays, this SNS EVO NAS server delivers 80TB raw storage for multi-user 4K shared storage workflows, with 8 additional bays ready to accept drives as your project library grows. The system runs SNS’s custom Linux EVO OS and ships with the complete EVO Suite — ShareBrowser MAM for searchable media asset management, Slingshot for automated delivery and workflow routing, and Nomad for secure remote access — all with unlimited user licensing. Dual on-board 10GbE ports handle facility LAN connectivity out of the box, with options to expand to 25GbE or 100GbE for higher-throughput production environments. Beyond filling the remaining bays, this shared media storage platform supports up to four external expansion units adding 16 drives each, scaling the total system to 80 drives and up to 2.4PB raw capacity. RAID 5 and RAID 6 are both available, and a spare drive is included. Enterprise-ready features include native Active Directory and LDAP integration and an open REST API for custom workflow development. Verified NLE compatibility covers Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, Nuke, Blender, and Pro Tools — making this a flexible foundation for multi-discipline video editing shared storage server deployments.

Key Features

• 80TB Raw Capacity (8 Drives Installed) — Ships half-loaded with 8 bays populated; 8 additional bays open for in-place capacity expansion.
• In-Place Drive Expansion — Add drives to the remaining 8 empty bays without downtime or replacement of the head unit.
• Dual 10GbE On-Board Networking — Two integrated 10GbE ports; upgradeable to 25GbE or 100GbE via additional adapters.
• EVO Suite Included (Unlimited Users) — ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad bundled with no per-seat licensing fees.
• RAID 5 and RAID 6 Support — Select your protection level; includes one spare drive for HDD configurations.
• Expandable to 2.4PB — Scale beyond the chassis with up to four 16-bay external expansion units.
• Redundant 1300W Power Supply — Three 650W modules in a fault-tolerant design; 455W typical / 924W peak.
• AD/LDAP Integration — Connects to Active Directory and LDAP for enterprise user management.
• Open REST API — Enables integration with custom workflows, broadcast automation, and third-party MAM platforms.
• 4U Rack-Mount Form Factor — Standard 4U chassis with mounting rails for 25.75″ to 32.25″ rack depths.

Typical Applications

• Post-production studio scaling from smaller shared storage
• Broadcast facility with active ingest and growing media libraries
• Film and television production requiring 4K/8K shared storage
• Animation and VFX studio with phased storage build-out plans
• Education media program with multi-user shared workflows
• Corporate AV team managing large centralized media archives

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many drives are installed in this configuration?

This model ships with 8 drives installed across the 16-bay chassis, delivering 80TB raw capacity. The remaining 8 bays are open and can be populated with additional drives at any time.

Q: Can I add drives to the empty bays after purchase?

Yes. The 8 open bays accept standard compatible drives. Adding drives expands the storage pool in place without requiring a new head unit or migration to a new system.

Q: What is the maximum capacity this system can reach?

Filling all 16 bays with the largest supported drives, and adding up to four external expansion units (16 drives each), the total system can reach up to 80 drives and 2.4PB raw capacity.

Q: What NLEs work with this system?

Verified compatible applications include Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, Nuke, Blender, and Pro Tools.

Q: Is the EVO Suite software included?

Yes. ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad are all included with unlimited user licensing — no per-seat fees for any of the bundled applications.

Q: What network connectivity is supported?

The system ships with dual 10GbE on-board ports. Additional network adapters can be installed to support 25GbE or 100GbE for higher-bandwidth production environments.

Q: Does this system support enterprise directory services?

Yes. Native Active Directory and LDAP integration is included for centralized user account management.