Vizrt NRS16-1G NRS16 Remote Storage Powered by SNS 16-Bay/96TB with 2x1 GBE Ports,plus 6 More Ports 1 GBE/NRS-6X1G - FG-002078-R001

Product Overview

The Vizrt NRS16-1G is a 16-bay, 96TB shared storage system powered by SNS, configured with 2 x 1 GbE base ports plus six additional 1 GbE ports via the included NRS-6X1G expansion — providing eight 1 GbE network connections in total. Designed for TriCaster-based live production environments, this NRS16 configuration supports multi-user media workflows including simultaneous NDI capture, collaborative editing, and media playout from a centralized storage platform. Every NRS16 ships with unlimited licenses of SNS ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot automations engine, and Nomad remote editing. The 1G configuration is optimized for facilities with established 1 GbE infrastructure requiring broad user connectivity at standard Gigabit speeds.

Product Description

The NRS16-1G delivers the full NRS platform capability — NDI recording, shared editing, MAM, and automations — across eight 1 GbE ports, making it a strong fit for production facilities where 10 GbE switching infrastructure is not yet in place or where workstation count takes priority over per-port throughput. Users can preview and capture NDI streams from TriCaster and other NDI sources simultaneously, with captured media immediately accessible to the post-production team via ShareBrowser. The Slingshot automations engine handles scheduled cloud sync, backup to secondary storage, and media transfer across networked nodes. Growing files recorded during live production are immediately available for editing in Premiere Pro and other NLEs supporting concurrent read-write operations. Nomad remote editing enables proxy-based access for team members working outside the facility. The NRS16 supports up to four NRS16 expansion chassis, extending capacity as production archives grow. Redundant power supply is standard across all NRS16 configurations.

Key Features

• 8 x 1 GbE Network Ports — Includes NRS-6X1G expansion for broad workstation connectivity across standard Gigabit infrastructure.
• 16-Bay, 96TB Capacity — Full-depth 3RU chassis with 96TB SATA/SAS storage for production and archive media workflows.
• NDI Recording and Playout — Preview and capture up to 26 NDI sources simultaneously with direct TriCaster API integration.
• SNS ShareBrowser MAM — Unlimited-user media asset management with AI tagging, proxy preview, and TriCaster DDR send.
• Slingshot Automations Engine — Scheduled file transfer, cloud sync, and cross-system replication included at no additional cost.
• Nomad Remote Editing — Proxy-based remote editorial workflow for distributed production teams.
• Redundant Power Supply — Dual PSU for continuous operation in broadcast studio environments.
• Expansion Support — Supports up to 4 x NRS16 expansion chassis for capacity growth.

Typical Applications

• Centralized shared storage for TriCaster live production environments on 1 GbE networks
• Multi-user collaborative editing environments for broadcast news and corporate AV teams
• Facilities requiring broad workstation connectivity over standard Gigabit infrastructure
• NDI capture and media management hub for sports production and event coverage
• Post-production media server with integrated MAM for editorial teams

Technical Specifications

• Model: NRS16-1G
• SKU: FG-002078-R001
• Storage Capacity: 96TB
• Drive Bays: 16 (SATA/SAS)
• Network Ports: 2 x 1 GbE (base) + 6 x 1 GbE (NRS-6X1G expansion included) = 8 x 1 GbE total
• 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
• Expansion: Supports up to 4 x NRS16 expansion chassis
• Compatibility: Vizrt TriCaster series, NDI-enabled devices

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose the 1G configuration over the 10G model?

The NRS16-1G is suited to facilities with existing 1 GbE switching infrastructure or where connecting a large number of workstations takes priority over maximum per-connection throughput. For facilities with 10 GbE switches and high-bitrate production workloads, the NRS16-10G configuration is recommended.

How many simultaneous users can the NRS16-1G support?

With eight 1 GbE ports, the system can serve eight directly connected workstations simultaneously. Actual concurrent performance depends on media format bitrate and workload mix.

Does the NRS16-1G support NDI recording?

Yes. All NRS16 systems include the SNS NDI plug-in, which allows preview and simultaneous capture of multiple NDI streams directly to shared storage.

Can I upgrade to 10 GbE connectivity later?

Yes. The NRS-2X10G expansion module can be added to NRS16 systems to provide 10 GbE ports without replacing the base unit.