Facilis FLASHPoint 48S – 192TB All-Flash Shared Storage

Product Overview

The Facilis FLASHPoint 48S 192TB is a 4U all-flash shared storage server built for post-production facilities, VFX pipelines, and broadcast operations that require sustained all-flash throughput across multiple simultaneous users and a storage pool large enough to hold working project media without constant archive management. Forty-eight SSDs on 12Gb SAS controllers deliver approximately 8–13 GB/sec of sustained throughput from a single 4U chassis. Operating as a true SAN with automatic load balancing, it serves Fibre Channel and Ethernet clients simultaneously from one unified file system. FastTracker MAM with unlimited seats and Facilis Web Console are included.

Product Description

The Facilis FLASHPoint 48S 192TB delivers all-flash shared storage performance at a capacity level that suits mid-size VFX facilities, busy broadcast operations, and multi-suite post houses managing multiple active productions simultaneously. All 48 SSDs reside in a single 4U chassis on 12Gb SAS controllers, with no external expansion enclosure required — simplifying rack layout and cabling compared to spinning-disk systems requiring multiple chassis to reach comparable capacity.

The sustained throughput of approximately 8–13 GB/sec is well-matched to workflows that would exhaust a spinning-disk system's bandwidth under multi-user load: concurrent uncompressed 4K or 8K streams, multiple simultaneous DaVinci Resolve color sessions, real-time VFX rendering feeds, and mixed editorial and finishing sessions from the same shared pool. The Facilis Shared File System presents all 192TB as a single accessible file system across FC and Ethernet-connected workstations simultaneously, with automatic load balancing preventing any single interface from becoming a constraint.

The physical profile — 26" D x 19" W x 7" H, 65 lbs with drives — fits standard rack infrastructure. Active power consumption of 217W (750 BTU/hr) keeps the unit within normal equipment-room power allocations. Two n+1 redundant 600W power supplies with 100–240 VAC auto-switching input protect against downtime from power supply failure. Three PCIe expansion slots allow future connectivity additions without replacing the core storage unit.

FastTracker MAM provides unlimited-seat asset management, proxy generation, transcription, and AI tagging across the full 192TB pool. Web Console delivers the browser-based administrative control needed to manage volumes, permissions, and system status without a dedicated management workstation or specialized storage administration staff.

Key Features

• All-flash SSD storage — 48 SSDs on 12Gb SAS controllers deliver approximately 8–13 GB/sec sustained throughput for uncompressed 8K, multi-stream VFX, and concurrent finishing workflows.
• True SAN architecture — Operates as a Storage Area Network with automatic load balancing across server IP addresses and Fibre Channel interfaces, not a single-path NAS.
• Single 4U chassis design — All 192TB in one 4U unit (26" D x 19" W x 7" H, 65 lbs), eliminating the external expansion enclosures required by spinning-disk systems at equivalent capacity.
• High-speed dual connectivity — Dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel and dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE for simultaneous Fibre Channel and IP client access from the same shared pool.
• Low-power all-flash design — 217W active power draw (750 BTU/hr) from 48 SSDs keeps power and cooling costs in line with typical equipment-room budgets.
• FastTracker MAM – unlimited seats included — Asset management, proxy creation, transcription, and AI metadata tagging for all workstations on the network at no per-seat licensing cost.
• Facilis Web Console included — Browser-based volume management, access control, and system monitoring from any networked workstation.
• Three PCIe expansion slots — Supports future interface cards or other expansion hardware without requiring a new chassis.

Typical Applications

• Post-production and editorial suites requiring all-flash throughput for uncompressed or high-bitrate RAW formats across multiple concurrent users
• Broadcast studios and news production facilities with real-time ingest, editing, and delivery performance requirements
• House of worship media teams handling large-format multi-camera production libraries and simultaneous multi-editor workflows
• Government video departments with high-resolution production requirements and performance-sensitive data access needs
• Corporate video departments managing large-scale productions with multiple simultaneous editing and review sessions
• Large-facility multi-suite environments with concurrent VFX, color, and online finishing requiring all-flash shared storage performance

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 FLASHPoint 48S?
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 FLASHPoint 48S over an AV network?
Clients connect via dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel or dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE. Both direct and switched network topologies are supported, with automatic load balancing distributing traffic across all active interfaces.

What is involved in installing and racking the FLASHPoint 48S?
The unit occupies 4U in a single chassis (26" D x 19" W x 7" H, 65 lbs with drives). It installs in standard equipment-room conditions: 5°C–30°C operating temperature and 100–240 VAC auto-switching power input.

How do Web Console and FastTracker support collaborative all-flash workflows?
Web Console provides browser-based volume management, user permission control, and system health monitoring. FastTracker MAM — with unlimited seats — delivers full-pool asset tracking, proxy generation, transcription, and AI tagging without incremental per-seat fees.

Can the FLASHPoint 48S 192TB be expanded to a higher capacity?
The FLASHPoint 48S line includes a 368TB configuration as the highest available capacity. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net to discuss upgrade options.

What warranty and support terms apply to the FLASHPoint 48S?
Facilis Technology does not publish a specific warranty term publicly. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for current warranty coverage, support plan options, and service agreement details.