Facilis HUB 32 – 704TB Shared Video Storage Server

Product Overview

The Facilis HUB 32 704TB is an 8U rack-mount shared video storage server built from a 4U base unit and 4U external expansion enclosure, together presenting a single unified file system to all connected workstations. Operating as a true SAN rather than a standard NAS, the system distributes client traffic automatically across its Fibre Channel and Ethernet interfaces, supporting simultaneous full read/write access without single-path throughput limits. The 32-drive array delivers approximately 3.5 GB/sec of sustained throughput to serve large multi-suite post-production and broadcast environments. FastTracker MAM with unlimited seats and Facilis Web Console are included with every unit.

Product Description

The Facilis HUB 32 704TB represents the upper capacity tier of the HUB 32 product line and is suited to facilities managing large media libraries across many simultaneous projects. The 4U base unit houses 16 HDDs on an internal 12Gb SAS controller; the matched 4U external expansion enclosure adds 16 HDDs on a second 12Gb SAS controller, with both pools presented to connected workstations as one contiguous shared file system requiring no manual aggregation.

Dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel connectivity serves clients on a dedicated FC fabric — typically online finishing suites and high-bandwidth ingest stations — while dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE handles IP-connected workstations, review rooms, and additional editorial seats over a managed Ethernet switch. Both connection types coexist on the same system and share the same storage pool, with automatic load balancing across all active interfaces distributing client traffic in real time.

Redundant 600W n+1 power supplies in each chassis protect against power supply failure during active production hours. Auto-switching 100–240 VAC input covers the full range of facility power standards without requiring step-down transformers or additional power conditioning. Operating temperature of 5°C–30°C non-condensing places no unusual demands on equipment-room infrastructure.

At 704TB, the system provides enough working capacity for large facilities to maintain deep archives of completed projects alongside multiple active productions, substantially reducing the operational burden of managing offloads and restores across projects. FastTracker MAM gives the full 704TB pool comprehensive asset tracking, proxy generation, transcription, and AI metadata tagging across an unlimited number of connected workstation seats. Web Console provides the administrative control to manage volumes, permissions, and system health from a browser on any networked machine in the facility.

Key Features

• True SAN architecture — Operates as a Storage Area Network with automatic load balancing across multiple server IP addresses and Fibre Channel interfaces, not a single-path NAS.
• 32-drive configuration across two chassis — 16 HDDs on an internal 12Gb SAS controller plus 16 HDDs on an external 12Gb SAS controller, unified as one file system.
• High-speed dual connectivity — Dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel and dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE serve mixed Fibre Channel and IP client environments simultaneously.
• Redundant power supplies — Two 600W n+1 power supplies per chassis with 100–240 VAC auto-switching input maintain uptime if one supply fails.
• Approximately 3.5 GB/sec sustained throughput — Sustains multi-stream 4K workflows across concurrent editorial, color, online finishing, and delivery workstations.
• FastTracker MAM – unlimited seats included — Full-pool asset management, proxy creation, transcription, and AI metadata tagging for every connected workstation at no incremental per-seat cost.
• Facilis Web Console included — Browser-based volume management, user access control, and system monitoring for the full 704TB storage pool.
• Top of the HUB 32 line — The 704TB configuration is one of the highest available in the HUB 32 family, providing maximum capacity within the same proven SAN infrastructure used across the line.

Typical Applications

• Post-production and editorial suites requiring simultaneous multi-user access to large shared media libraries
• Broadcast studios and news production facilities with continuous high-volume ingest, editing, and delivery
• House of worship media departments maintaining deep archives of recorded services alongside active production
• Government video departments with large-scale production volumes and long-term media retention requirements
• Corporate video and training organizations managing enterprise-scale media libraries for distributed teams
• Large-facility multi-suite environments operating many concurrent projects from one central storage pool

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Facilis Technology. Connectivity and power-supply options may vary by configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What NLEs and operating systems are compatible with the Facilis HUB 32?
The Facilis Shared File System supports macOS and Windows and is compatible with Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and other professional NLEs. Native Avid and Adobe project sharing are supported.

How do clients connect to the HUB 32 over an AV network?
Clients connect via dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel or dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE, with support for both direct connections and switched topologies. Automatic load balancing distributes traffic across all active interfaces without manual configuration.

What is involved in installing and racking the HUB 32?
The system requires 8U of rack space across two chassis — 4U for the base unit and 4U for the external expansion enclosure. Standard equipment-room conditions apply: 5°C–30°C operating temperature, IEC power connections, and auto-switching 100–240 VAC input.

How do Web Console and FastTracker support collaborative workflows?
Web Console provides browser-based volume creation, access control, and system health monitoring for administrators managing a large shared facility. FastTracker MAM — included with unlimited seats — delivers asset tracking, proxy generation, transcription, and AI metadata tagging across the full 704TB pool without per-seat fees.

Is the HUB 32 704TB the maximum capacity available in the line?
The HUB 32 family includes configurations up to 960TB. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net to discuss the full range of available configurations and any capacity upgrade options.

What warranty and support terms apply to the HUB 32?
Facilis Technology does not publish a specific warranty term publicly. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for current warranty coverage, support plan options, and available service agreements.