Vizrt NRSNL16-160TB NRS16 Nearline Remote Storage Powered by SNS 16-bay with 2 x 10 GbE (160TB) - FG-003276-R001

Product Overview

The Vizrt NRSNL16-160TB is a 16-bay nearline remote storage system powered by SNS, providing 160TB of high-capacity archive storage for large-scale broadcast and live production workflows. Dual 10 GbE ports deliver fast network throughput for media ingest and retrieval, housed in a full-depth 3RU chassis with a redundant power supply. This is the highest-capacity nearline option in the NRSNL16 series, suited to facilities that accumulate large media libraries from continuous live programming. All NRS software tools — ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot automations, and Nomad remote editing — are included for unlimited users.

Product Description

The NRSNL16-160TB delivers 160TB of nearline archive storage for broadcast operations running high-bitrate live production at volume — sports networks, news organizations, and multi-channel entertainment facilities where primary storage off-load and long-term retention are critical workflow requirements. Slingshot automations engine manages scheduled file transfers from primary NRS16 systems, cloud sync to platforms including Amazon S3 and Azure, and automated replication jobs across multiple storage nodes without manual intervention. ShareBrowser MAM provides unified media visibility across the nearline archive, with proxy thumbnails, custom metadata fields, AI-assisted tagging, and direct-to-TriCaster DDR send capability. Nomad enables remote editors to access proxy media from the nearline tier without requiring VPN access to full-resolution files. NRS API integration supports programmatic recording and archive triggers from TriCaster and other NDI-enabled production devices. Redundant power supply is standard for facility environments requiring continuous archive accessibility.

Key Features

• 16-Bay Nearline Chassis — Full-depth 3RU rack form factor with 16 SATA/SAS drive bays for high-capacity archive storage.
• 2 x 10 GbE Connectivity — Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet for high-throughput media archive ingest and retrieval.
• 160TB Storage Capacity — Highest-capacity NRSNL16 configuration for large-scale broadcast media libraries.
• SNS ShareBrowser MAM — Unlimited-user media asset management with AI tagging, proxy preview, and TriCaster DDR integration.
• Slingshot Automations Engine — Scheduled backup, cloud sync, and cross-system replication for automated archive management.
• Nomad Remote Editing — Proxy download workflow for remote editorial access to large nearline archives.
• Redundant Power Supply — Dual PSU for uninterrupted archive availability in broadcast facility operations.
• NRS API Integration — Programmatic TriCaster and NDI device integration for automated archive recording.

Typical Applications

• Long-term media archive for sports networks and broadcast news organizations with high daily content volumes
• Large-scale nearline tier in multi-NRS TriCaster production environments
• Cloud sync gateway using Slingshot for secondary off-site backup
• Compliance retention archive for media distribution and enterprise AV facilities
• Central media library for post-production teams accessing archived content via ShareBrowser

Technical Specifications

• Model: NRSNL16-160TB
• SKU: FG-003276-R001
• Storage Capacity: 160TB
• Drive Bays: 16 (SATA/SAS)
• Network Ports: 2 x 10 GbE
• Form Factor: Full-depth 3RU rack-mount
• Power Supply: Redundant
• Software Included: SNS ShareBrowser MAM (unlimited licenses), Slingshot automations engine, Nomad remote editing, NRS API
• Compatibility: Vizrt TriCaster series, NDI-enabled production systems, NRS16 primary systems

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 160TB the maximum capacity for the NRSNL16 series?

Yes. The NRSNL16-160TB is the highest-capacity configuration in the NRS16 Nearline series. For greater capacity in a primary NRS16 system, Vizrt offers the NRS16-192TB and NRS16-224TB models.

What is the difference between nearline and primary NRS16 storage?

Primary NRS16 systems are optimized for high-concurrency live capture, editing, and playout. Nearline NRS16 systems are designed for cost-efficient secondary storage and archive where simultaneous user I/O requirements are lower.

Can the NRSNL16-160TB be used with cloud backup?

Yes. Slingshot automations engine supports sync and backup to Amazon S3, Azure Blob Storage, Dropbox, and other cloud platforms on scheduled or triggered basis.

What remote access tools are included?

Nomad remote editing utility is included, enabling proxy-based remote access to archived media without requiring full-resolution file transfers.