Vizrt NRS16-32TBHDD Remote Storage Powered by SNS 16-bay 32TB HDD with 4 x 10 GbE - FG-003272-R001

Product Overview

The Vizrt NRS16-32TBHDD is a 16-bay HDD-based shared storage system powered by SNS, delivering 32TB of production storage across four 10 GbE ports in a full-depth 3RU chassis. This system provides the connectivity density of the four-port 10 GbE configuration at an entry-level HDD capacity point, suited to smaller production teams or facilities beginning to build out TriCaster-based shared storage infrastructure. All NRS16 software tools — ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot automations, and Nomad remote editing — are included for unlimited users, with the option to expand capacity via NRS16 expansion chassis.

Product Description

The NRS16-32TBHDD combines 32TB of SATA/SAS HDD storage with four 10 GbE network ports, providing strong per-port throughput for HD and standard-bitrate production workflows. This makes it suitable for smaller TriCaster production environments and facilities with moderate media volume where HDD performance is sufficient and cost-effective capacity management is a priority. NDI recording via the SNS plug-in enables simultaneous multi-stream capture from TriCaster and other NDI sources, with growing files available for concurrent editing. ShareBrowser MAM provides media asset management and direct-to-TriCaster DDR send functionality for production teams. Slingshot automations handle scheduled file transfer, backup to secondary storage, and cloud sync. As production requirements grow, up to four NRS16 expansion chassis can be added to extend total storage capacity. Redundant power supply is included as standard.

Key Features

• 4 x 10 GbE Ports — Four 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections for simultaneous multi-user production access.
• 16-Bay HDD Configuration — Full-depth 3RU chassis with 32TB SATA/SAS HDD storage for cost-effective production workflows.
• 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 — Automated backup, cloud sync, and cross-system file transfer included.
• Nomad Remote Editing — Proxy-based remote editorial access for distributed team members.
• Redundant Power Supply — Dual PSU for continuous operation in production environments.
• Expansion Support — Supports up to 4 x NRS16 expansion chassis for capacity growth.

Typical Applications

• Entry-level NRS16 deployment for smaller TriCaster production teams on 10 GbE infrastructure
• Shared storage for corporate AV and enterprise broadcast facilities with moderate media volume
• Multi-user editing hub for facilities producing HD content at standard bitrates
• Starting configuration for facilities planning phased capacity expansion via NRS expansion chassis
• Collaborative production server for remote NDI workflows in education and house-of-worship environments

Technical Specifications

• Model: NRS16-32TBHDD
• SKU: FG-003272-R001
• Storage Capacity: 32TB HDD
• Drive Bays: 16 (SATA/SAS)
• Network Ports: 4 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
• 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 32TB HDD over the higher-capacity HDD models?

The NRS16-32TBHDD is the entry-level 10 GbE HDD configuration for facilities with modest current storage requirements that want the connectivity density of four 10 GbE ports. Capacity can be increased later via expansion chassis without replacing the primary unit.

Is the performance sufficient for HD live production?

Yes. Four 10 GbE ports with HDD storage is well-suited for standard HD production workflows. For 4K/high-frame-rate or simultaneous high-bitrate multi-stream workflows, the SSD configurations are recommended.

Can I add expansion chassis later?

Yes. The NRS16-32TBHDD supports up to four NRS16 expansion chassis to increase total storage capacity as requirements grow.