{"product_id":"qsc-server-core-x50r-sw-software-value-component","title":"QSC Server Core X50r (SW) – Software Value Component","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe QSC Server Core X50r (SW) represents the software value component of the Server Core X50r bundle. This component covers the Q-SYS real-time operating system license and all software-defined AV\u0026amp;C processing capabilities that run on the Server Core X50r hardware platform — including audio DSP, acoustic echo cancellation, VoIP, Dante networking, UCI, and scripting functionality. This listing \u003cstrong\u003ecannot be ordered separately\u003c\/strong\u003e; it must be purchased as part of the complete Server Core X50r system. Contact \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\"\u003eCreation Networks\u003c\/a\u003e, an authorized QSC dealer, for complete system ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Server Core X50r software license unlocks the full Q-SYS Full Stack AV Platform on the Server Core X50r hardware chassis. Together with the hardware component (SKU: SERVER CORE X50r (HW)), the complete system delivers up to 4096×4096 networked audio channels at 10 Gbps, 256 next-generation AEC processors, support for 96 VoIP softphone instances, and compatibility with 512+ Q-SYS peripheral devices. The software includes an 8×8 Dante license (upgradable to 512×512) and full scripting and UCI (User Control Interface) functionality, enabling custom control interface development without additional licensing fees. All Q-SYS configuration, monitoring, and control is managed through Q-SYS Designer Software over IP.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware value component of the Server Core X50r bundle (2 of 2) — not sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ-SYS real-time operating system license for the Server Core X50r platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables 4096×4096 network audio channels at 10 Gbps (512×512 at 1 Gbps)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables 1024×1024 network audio streams at 10 Gbps (256×256 at 1 Gbps)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e256 AEC processors (200 ms window) — assignable and routable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e96 VoIP softphone instances for multi-room telephony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8×8 Dante license included; licensable up to 512×512 Dante channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e256×256 Media\/WAN stream channel capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-track recording (4 ch) and playback (16 ch, expandable to 256 ch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQ-SYS Designer Software compatibility for full system design and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScripting and UCI (User Control Interface) functionality included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAES67 and Q-LAN audio transport protocol support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be paired with Server Core X50r (HW) for a complete operational system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge-scale AV\u0026amp;C deployments requiring the complete Server Core X50r system capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemed entertainment, large resorts, convention centers, and campus-wide AV systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeployments requiring software-defined VoIP, Dante, and AEC at scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom control interface projects leveraging Q-SYS UCI and scripting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProjects where procurement requires separate hardware and software line-item pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBundle Role\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware value component (2 of 2) of the SERVER CORE X50r bundle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrdering Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCannot be ordered separately; must be purchased as complete bundle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Audio Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4096×4096 @ 10 Gbps | 512×512 @ 1 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Audio Streams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1024×1024 @ 10 Gbps | 256×256 @ 1 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAEC Processors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256 (200 ms window, assignable and routable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoIP Softphones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDante Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8×8 included; licensable to 512×512\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia\/WAN Streams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256×256\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-track Playback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ch included; expandable to 256 ch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-track Recording\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 ch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQ-SYS Peripheral Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudio Transport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQ-LAN and AES67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQ-SYS Designer Software (over IP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Functionality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScripting, UCI, VoIP, Dante, AEC, media playback\/recording\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompanion Component\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSERVER CORE X50r (HW) — hardware value component (1 of 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan I purchase the Server Core X50r (SW) without the hardware?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNo. This listing represents the software value component of the Server Core X50r bundle for pricing and procurement purposes only. A complete operational system requires both the hardware (HW) and software (SW) components. Contact \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\"\u003eCreation Networks\u003c\/a\u003e for complete system pricing.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat is included in the Q-SYS software license?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe software license enables the full Q-SYS OS and all processing capabilities: audio routing and DSP, 256 AEC processors, VoIP (96 instances), 8×8 Dante (upgradable to 512×512), UCI and scripting functionality, multi-track media playback and recording, and Q-SYS Designer Software integration.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan the Dante channel count be expanded beyond 8×8?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. The included 8×8 software Dante license can be upgraded to higher channel counts, up to 512×512, through QSC licensing. Contact \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\"\u003eCreation Networks\u003c\/a\u003e for Dante upgrade pricing.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs Q-SYS Designer Software included?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eQ-SYS Designer Software is the free configuration and design tool used to program and manage all Q-SYS systems. It is available as a free download from QSC and is used in conjunction with the Server Core X50r platform.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"QSC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47780538155244,"sku":"SERVER CORE X50r (SW)","price":19000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/Core_X50r-slider-Hero_82a58725-8fe9-4191-940c-351a77ba32ef.jpg?v=1782256337","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/qsc-server-core-x50r-sw-software-value-component","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}