Vizrt NRS8-1G NRS8 Remote Storage with SNS 8Bay/48TB with 2x1 GBE Ports,Plus 6 Additional Ports of 1 GBE(NRS-6X1G) - FG-002087-R001

Product Overview

The Vizrt NRS8-1G is an 8-bay, 48TB 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 connections for broad workstation connectivity. The NRS8-1G is designed for smaller TriCaster production teams and facilities where compact 4RU form factor and 1 GbE infrastructure meet operational requirements. As with all NRS systems, it includes unlimited licenses of SNS ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot automations engine, and Nomad remote editing. The short-depth (18-inch) chassis makes it suitable for production racks with limited depth, including mobile and remote production environments.

Product Description

The NRS8-1G delivers the full NRS platform feature set — NDI recording, shared media workflows, MAM, and automations — in a compact 8-bay form factor suited to smaller teams and tighter rack environments. Eight 1 GbE ports provide simultaneous workstation connections for teams using standard Gigabit infrastructure, with the SNS NDI plug-in enabling multi-stream NDI capture from TriCaster and other NDI-enabled devices. Growing files recorded during live production are immediately available for editing in supported NLEs. ShareBrowser MAM provides media asset visibility with proxy thumbnails and AI-assisted tagging for the 48TB library. Slingshot automations handle scheduled file transfers, backup to secondary storage, and cloud sync. The NRS8 supports one NRS16 expansion chassis for capacity growth. Redundant power supply is included, and the short-depth chassis fits standard production racks including those in mobile production vehicles.

Key Features

• 8 x 1 GbE Network Ports — Includes NRS-6X1G expansion for broad workstation connectivity on standard Gigabit infrastructure.
• 8-Bay, 48TB Capacity — Short-depth 4RU chassis with 48TB SATA/SAS storage for compact production environments.
• NDI Recording and Playout — Multi-stream NDI capture with TriCaster API integration and growing-file editing support.
• SNS ShareBrowser MAM — Unlimited-user MAM with proxy preview, tagging, and TriCaster DDR integration.
• Slingshot Automations Engine — Scheduled file transfer, backup, and cloud sync included.
• Nomad Remote Editing — Proxy-based remote editorial access for distributed team members.
• Compact Form Factor — Short-depth 18-inch 4RU chassis for rack environments with limited depth.
• Redundant Power Supply — Dual PSU for continuous operations.

Typical Applications

• Small to mid-size TriCaster production environments on 1 GbE networks
• Mobile production and remote broadcast environments requiring compact rack form factor
• Corporate AV, house of worship, and education broadcast facilities on Gigabit infrastructure
• Entry-level shared storage for collaborative NDI workflows
• Satellite production studio with limited rack space requiring short-depth storage

Technical Specifications

• Model: NRS8-1G
• SKU: FG-002087-R001
• Storage Capacity: 48TB
• Drive Bays: 8 (SATA/SAS)
• Network Ports: 2 x 1 GbE (base) + 6 x 1 GbE (NRS-6X1G expansion included) = 8 x 1 GbE total
• Form Factor: Short-depth (18") 4RU rack-mount
• Power Supply: Redundant
• Software Included: SNS ShareBrowser MAM (unlimited licenses), Slingshot automations engine, Nomad remote editing, NRS API
• Expansion: Supports 1 x NRS16 expansion chassis
• Compatibility: Vizrt TriCaster series, NDI-enabled devices

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the NRS8 and NRS16?

The NRS8 features 8 drive bays (48TB base) in a short-depth 4RU chassis and supports one NRS16 expansion chassis. The NRS16 has 16 drive bays (up to 224TB) in a full-depth 3RU chassis and supports up to four expansion chassis. Choose NRS8 for smaller teams and tighter rack constraints; NRS16 for larger capacity and multi-user requirements.

Is the NRS8-1G suitable for mobile production?

Yes. The short-depth 18-inch 4RU chassis fits standard production racks including those used in mobile production trucks and fly-packs.

Can I upgrade to 10 GbE connectivity later?

Yes. The NRS-2X10G or NRS-2X10G-S expansion modules can be added to the NRS8 for 10 GbE connectivity.