Facilis HUB One – 768TB Shared Storage Stack

Product Overview

The Facilis HUB One 768TB Shared Storage Stack represents the largest capacity configuration in the HUB One dual-expansion range, engineered for large broadcast studios, major post-production facilities, and multi-discipline production environments with the most demanding shared storage requirements. The HUB One head unit paired with two D32 expansion drive units delivers 768TB of self-healing RAID-protected capacity under a single managed shared file system accessible to macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations concurrently. Dual-port 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel and dual-port 10/25/40/50/100 GbE connectivity provide full flexibility for SAN and IP-based network integration. FastTracker MAM with unlimited seats and the Facilis Web Console are included standard.

Product Description

The Facilis HUB One 768TB stack pairs the HUB One head unit with two D32 expansion drive units, each carrying 32 drives on 12Gb SAS controllers, for a combined 768TB of pooled shared storage. At the upper end of the dual-expansion D32 capacity range, this configuration addresses facilities that require substantially more than a half-petabyte of shared storage while remaining within the HUB One stack architecture rather than stepping to the full HUBVault tier. The head unit coordinates bandwidth aggregation across both expansion units, presenting the entire 768TB as a coherent storage pool to all connected clients.

Self-healing RAID operates continuously at the system level, automatically detecting drive anomalies and initiating rebuilds without operator intervention. In facilities where production activity is continuous across multiple shifts or time zones, this autonomous data protection reduces the operational burden on storage administrators significantly. The Facilis Shared File System enables simultaneous access from macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations, supporting mixed NLE environments without cross-platform compatibility compromises or throughput penalties.

Project-based virtual volumes created through the Facilis Web Console give administrators granular control over how the 768TB pool is allocated across projects, departments, and individual editors or colorists. Active directory integration consolidates user and group management into existing directory services, which is particularly valuable in large organizations managing dozens of named users across multiple roles. Fibre Channel at 16/32/64Gb serves SAN-connected workstations with the sustained bandwidth required for high-resolution and uncompressed formats, while Ethernet at 10/25/40/50/100 GbE provides IP-based access paths. FastTracker MAM with unlimited seats ensures every user in the facility has access to integrated asset management without per-seat cost impact.

Key Features

• Self-Healing RAID — Continuously monitors and automatically rebuilds drive arrays without manual intervention, maintaining data availability in high-demand production environments.
• Dual D32 Stack Architecture — HUB One head unit with two 32-drive expansion units delivering 768TB of pooled shared storage in a high-density, centrally managed configuration.
• Dual-Port Fibre Channel Connectivity — Supports 16/32/64Gb Fibre Channel for direct SAN connections with the throughput required for the highest-bitrate media formats and large concurrent edit sessions.
• Dual-Port Ethernet Connectivity — Supports 10/25/40/50/100 GbE for IP-based connectivity to workstations and facility network switching infrastructure.
• Facilis Shared File System — Concurrent cross-platform access for macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations across a single 768TB unified storage pool.
• FastTracker MAM – Unlimited Seats — Integrated media asset management included with the system; no per-seat licensing regardless of how many users the facility adds.
• Facilis Web Console — Browser-based administration for volume creation, permissioning, real-time per-client bandwidth monitoring, and full storage lifecycle management.
• Active Directory Integration — Centralized user and group management via active directory, essential for large organizations managing complex permission structures across many roles and departments.

Typical Applications

• Post-production and editorial facilities managing 768TB of media across simultaneous large-scale projects, multiple edit suites, and multi-discipline workflows
• Broadcast studios and major news production operations requiring high-availability, high-capacity shared storage supporting continuous ingest, edit, and playout
• House of worship media departments handling extensive archives, multi-camera live production, and streaming media from a central shared storage infrastructure
• Government video departments requiring large-scale, permissioned, auditable shared storage with active directory-based access control and centralized management
• Large multi-suite production facilities running color grading, audio finishing, VFX, and editorial concurrently from a single high-density managed storage platform

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 768TB 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 across macOS, Windows, and Linux workstations simultaneously — without requiring separate protocol configurations per platform.

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. Large facilities often deploy both protocols to serve different workstation types within the same storage environment.

How does 768TB compare to other configurations in the HUB One stack range?

768TB is the largest capacity available in the dual-expansion D32 HUB One stack configurations sold here. Facilities requiring capacity beyond this range should ask Creation Networks about HUBVault configurations, which begin at 1.5PB. Contact us at creationnetworks.net for a full capacity comparison.

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

The Web Console provides granular volume-level access control and real-time bandwidth visibility across the full 768TB pool, while FastTracker MAM handles asset metadata, search, and project tracking with unlimited seats. Both tools operate from a browser without client software installation, reducing deployment complexity in large facilities.

What does deployment look like for a 768TB dual D32 installation?

Installation involves racking the HUB One head unit and two D32 expansion units, connecting Fibre Channel or Ethernet cabling to workstations and switching infrastructure, and configuring the Facilis Shared File System, Web Console, and active directory integration. Creation Networks provides pre-sales consultation and can coordinate on-site deployment; contact us at creationnetworks.net for project scoping.

What warranty and support are available?

Warranty terms are established by Facilis Technology and may vary by configuration and region. No published warranty term is available here; contact Creation Networks for current warranty coverage details and support options before finalizing your purchase.