Facilis HUB One – 384TB Shared Storage Stack

Product Overview

The Facilis HUB One 384TB Shared Storage Stack is a high-capacity collaborative media storage solution built for large post-production facilities, broadcast operations, and multi-suite environments with substantial concurrent storage demands. Centered on the Facilis HUB One head unit paired with a dual D16 expansion configuration, this stack delivers 384TB of self-healing RAID-protected shared storage with full cross-platform access via the Facilis Shared File System. Dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel and dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE connectivity options provide integration flexibility for both SAN and IP-based facility networks. FastTracker MAM with unlimited seats and the Facilis Web Console are included at no additional licensing cost.

Product Description

The Facilis HUB One 384TB stack consists of a HUB One head unit and two D16 expansion drive units, each carrying 16 drives on 12Gb SAS controllers. The head unit aggregates the bandwidth and capacity of both expansion units into a single coherent storage pool, visible to all connected clients as a unified resource. At 384TB, this dual-D16 stack is configured at the upper end of the D16 capacity range, providing substantial headroom for facilities storing large format media across multiple concurrent projects.

Self-healing RAID operates at the system level, monitoring drive conditions and automatically initiating rebuilds when needed, without pulling attention away from production operations. The Facilis Shared File System allows macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations to access the same volumes simultaneously without compatibility friction, which is a practical requirement in mixed-platform post environments. Virtual volumes are project-scoped, can be permissioned at the user or group level through the Web Console, and are deployed to workstation desktops without requiring workstation-side configuration changes.

Connectivity via dual-port Fibre Channel at 16/32/64Gb delivers the dedicated bandwidth SAN environments require for uncompressed and high-bitrate formats, while dual-port Ethernet at 10/25/40/50/100 GbE supports IP-connected workstations and network-based access paths. FastTracker MAM with unlimited seats means every editor, colorist, and producer in the facility can access asset management functionality without per-seat overhead. The Web Console provides real-time bandwidth monitoring per workstation and per volume, giving storage administrators actionable visibility across the 384TB pool.

Key Features

• Self-Healing RAID — Automatically monitors drive health and initiates rebuilds without manual intervention, maintaining data integrity during active production.
• Dual D16 Stack Architecture — HUB One head unit with two 16-drive expansion units delivering 384TB of pooled, centrally managed shared storage.
• Dual-Port Fibre Channel Connectivity — Supports 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel for dedicated SAN connections with throughput required for high-bitrate media formats.
• Dual-Port Ethernet Connectivity — Supports 10/25/40/50/100 GbE for flexible IP-based connectivity to existing facility network infrastructure.
• Facilis Shared File System — Concurrent cross-platform access for macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations from a single unified storage pool.
• FastTracker MAM – Unlimited Seats — Integrated media asset management included with every HUB One system, with no per-seat licensing across the facility.
• Facilis Web Console — Browser-based storage management providing volume creation, user permissioning, and real-time per-workstation bandwidth monitoring.
• Active Directory Integration — Centralized user and group management via active directory, reducing administrative overhead in large multi-user facilities.

Typical Applications

• Post-production and editorial suites managing large-format media across multiple concurrent projects on shared infrastructure
• Broadcast studios and news production facilities requiring continuous, high-availability shared storage for ingest, edit, and playout
• House of worship media teams handling multi-camera production, long-form archive, and live streaming from a central storage platform
• Government video departments needing permissioned, auditable shared storage with active directory-based access control
• Large multi-suite facilities running color grading, audio finishing, and editorial concurrently from a single managed storage stack

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Facilis Technology. Detailed environmental specifications vary by configuration; contact Creation Networks for a full spec sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Facilis HUB One 384TB compatible with my NLE?

Yes. The Facilis Shared File System supports Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and other major NLEs on macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations simultaneously.

What network connection does the HUB One use?

The HUB One supports dual-port Fibre Channel (16/32/64Gb) for SAN connectivity and dual-port Ethernet (10/25/40/50/100 GbE) for IP network integration, providing flexibility to match your facility's existing switching and cabling infrastructure.

How does the dual D16 stack configuration scale storage?

The two D16 expansion units attach to the HUB One head unit, which aggregates their capacity and bandwidth into a single pool. For facilities anticipating continued growth beyond 384TB, Creation Networks can advise on upgrade paths including the dual D32 configurations.

How do the Web Console and FastTracker MAM support collaborative workflows?

The Web Console handles volume provisioning and access control while FastTracker MAM provides metadata management, search, and project-level asset tracking — both included and browser-accessible, reducing the software footprint on individual workstations.

What does deployment look like for a 384TB installation?

Deployment involves racking three units (head unit plus two D16 expansion units), connecting Fibre Channel or Ethernet cabling, and configuring the shared file system and Web Console. Creation Networks offers pre-sales scoping and can coordinate installation; contact us at creationnetworks.net.

What warranty and support are available?

Warranty terms are set by Facilis Technology and may vary by configuration. Contact Creation Networks for current warranty coverage and available support options before purchase.