Facilis FLASHPoint 48S – 368TB All-Flash Shared Storage

Product Overview

The Facilis FLASHPoint 48S 368TB is the highest-capacity configuration in the FLASHPoint 48S line, delivering all-flash shared storage performance at a scale suited to large post-production facilities, major VFX pipelines, and broadcast operations running many concurrent high-bandwidth workloads. Forty-eight SSDs on 12Gb SAS controllers in a single 4U chassis sustain approximately 8–13 GB/sec of aggregate throughput, making it the appropriate choice for facilities where uncompressed 8K, dense multi-stream workflows, and simultaneous VFX rendering would exceed the capabilities of any spinning-disk shared storage system. Like all Facilis HUB products, it operates as a true SAN with automatic load balancing, not a single-path NAS. FastTracker MAM with unlimited seats and Facilis Web Console are included.

Product Description

The Facilis FLASHPoint 48S 368TB combines the highest available all-flash capacity in the FLASHPoint 48S line with the throughput performance and SAN architecture that defines the FLASHPoint product family. All 48 SSDs are housed in a single 4U chassis on 12Gb SAS controllers, meaning the full 368TB pool — and the full ~8–13 GB/sec throughput — is available from one rack unit without external expansion enclosures, additional cabling runs, or multi-chassis management complexity.

The scale of 368TB in a single all-flash pool is particularly relevant for facilities that have historically managed spinning-disk shared storage alongside separate fast-tier NVMe or local SSD scratch storage. The FLASHPoint 48S 368TB consolidates both functions into one managed Facilis Shared File System, eliminating the operational overhead of moving media between tiers and ensuring that all connected workstations — editorial, color, VFX, and online finishing — work directly from the same all-flash pool simultaneously.

Connectivity covers both major client connection types: dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel for FC-fabric clients and dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE for IP-connected workstations over managed switches. Automatic load balancing across all active server interfaces distributes client traffic in real time, preventing any single connection path from becoming a throughput ceiling as the number of concurrent users grows. The Facilis Shared File System presents the entire 368TB as a single accessible volume structure to macOS and Windows workstations and all supported NLEs.

Physical installation is straightforward: 4U single-chassis, 26" D x 19" W x 7" H, 65 lbs with drives installed. Active power draw of 217W (750 BTU/hr) is appropriate for equipment rooms allocated for shared storage rather than high-density compute. 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 remain available for future interface additions. FastTracker MAM gives every connected workstation seat access to full-pool asset tracking, proxy generation, transcription, and AI tagging without incremental per-seat licensing, and Web Console provides browser-based administrative control from any networked machine.

Key Features

• All-flash SSD storage at maximum FLASHPoint 48S capacity — 48 SSDs on 12Gb SAS controllers deliver ~8–13 GB/sec sustained throughput for uncompressed 8K, dense VFX pipelines, and large multi-suite post-production facilities.
• 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 for 368TB — All capacity and performance in one 4U unit (26" D x 19" W x 7" H, 65 lbs), with no external expansion enclosures or additional chassis management required.
• 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 368TB pool.
• Low-power all-flash design — 217W active power draw (750 BTU/hr) from 48 SSDs is appropriate for standard equipment-room power and cooling allocations.
• FastTracker MAM – unlimited seats included — Full-pool asset management, proxy creation, transcription, and AI metadata tagging for all networked workstations at no per-seat licensing cost.
• Facilis Web Console included — Browser-based volume management, access control, and system monitoring across the full 368TB pool from any networked machine.
• Three PCIe expansion slots — Available for future interface or expansion card additions without chassis replacement.

Typical Applications

• Post-production and editorial suites running uncompressed 8K or high-bitrate RAW across multiple concurrent users requiring all-flash shared throughput
• Broadcast studios and news production facilities with the highest performance demands for simultaneous ingest, editing, graphics, and playout
• House of worship media departments managing extensive multi-camera production archives alongside active simultaneous multi-editor workflows
• Government video departments with large-scale, high-resolution production requirements and performance-sensitive access needs
• Corporate video organizations managing enterprise-scale large-format media libraries with multiple concurrent production teams
• Large-facility multi-suite environments consolidating VFX, color grading, and online finishing onto a single all-flash shared 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 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, with support for both direct connections and switched topologies. Automatic load balancing distributes client traffic across all active interfaces in real time.

What is involved in installing and racking the FLASHPoint 48S?
The unit fits in 4U of rack space in a single chassis (26" D x 19" W x 7" H, 65 lbs with drives). Standard equipment-room conditions apply: 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 access control, and system health monitoring for facilities managing large shared storage pools. FastTracker MAM — with unlimited seats — delivers asset tracking, proxy generation, transcription, and AI tagging across the full 368TB pool without per-seat fees.

Is the FLASHPoint 48S 368TB the maximum capacity available in the line?
Yes, the 368TB configuration is the highest available in the FLASHPoint 48S product line. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for current availability and configuration 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 available service agreements.