Studio Network Solutions EVO 8-Bay Shared Storage Server Plus Sharebrowser Media Asset Management (96TB) - 8B96TB-2X10C

Product Overview

The Studio Network Solutions EVO 8-Bay Shared Storage Server Plus ShareBrowser Media Asset Management (96TB) bundles the full-capacity SNS EVO shared storage server with an explicit ShareBrowser MAM license — making it an ideal single-purchase solution for teams that need both shared media storage for post-production and centralized asset management under one SKU. At 96TB raw capacity in a 2U rack-mount chassis, it supports high-throughput multi-user 4K 8K shared storage for editorial, color, and finishing workflows. This is the recommended configuration for facilities where ShareBrowser’s panel-based browsing, metadata tagging, and proxy management are central to the production pipeline.

Product Description

The 8B96TB-2X10C is an EVO 8 bay rack-mount storage system configured with eight drives for 96TB raw capacity, bundled explicitly with the ShareBrowser Media Asset Management platform. ShareBrowser integrates directly into Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer as a native panel, giving editors instant access to metadata search, proxy playback, and clip logging without leaving their NLE. The bundle removes the ambiguity of software procurement — everything is ordered, activated, and supported as a single unit. Beyond ShareBrowser, the EVO Suite also includes Slingshot for automated watch-folder ingest and transcoding, and Nomad for remote editing over standard internet connections, both with unlimited user licensing. The 2U server runs SNS’s custom Linux EVO OS and ships with dual on-board 10GbE ports; network interfaces can be upgraded to 1, 10, 25, or 100GbE as facility bandwidth requirements grow. RAID 5 and RAID 6 are both supported, allowing administrators to tune the balance between usable capacity and fault tolerance. One expansion unit can be added post-deployment to bring total raw capacity to 720TB without replacing the base server. A spare drive is included with the HDD configuration. Dual redundant 850W power supplies (100–240VAC, 463W typical) protect against single-PSU failure. This configuration is purpose-built for NAS SAN storage for Adobe Premiere and similar NLE-centric environments where the MAM platform is a first-class requirement alongside high-performance shared storage.

Key Features

• ShareBrowser MAM Bundle — Explicit MAM license included alongside the server, simplifying procurement for teams that need asset management integrated with shared storage.
• 96TB Raw Capacity — Eight drives in a 2U chassis provide ample capacity for large active project libraries and high-resolution media.
• Native NLE Panel Integration — ShareBrowser panels work inside Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer.
• EVO Suite Included (Unlimited Users) — ShareBrowser, Slingshot, and Nomad all ship at no per-seat cost.
• RAID 5 and RAID 6 — Dual RAID options let administrators choose between capacity and dual-drive fault tolerance.
• Dual 10GbE On-Board — Standard high-bandwidth connectivity for multi-editor 4K and 8K workflows, expandable to 100GbE.
• Expandable to 720TB — One expansion unit adds 16 bays to the base system, future-proofing the storage investment.
• Remote Editing via Nomad — Editors can access the server remotely over standard internet without a VPN appliance.
• Automated Ingest via Slingshot — Watch-folder-based ingest and transcoding reduces manual handling of incoming media.
• Redundant Power Supplies — Dual 850W PSUs maintain uptime during a single PSU failure event.

Typical Applications

• Post-production studios managing large libraries across multiple editors
• Broadcast facilities requiring metadata-driven media management
• Film and television production companies with active asset tagging workflows
• Facilities migrating from tape or siloed storage to a centralized MAM-connected NAS
• AV integrators deploying turnkey media infrastructure
• Corporate media teams combining video production with searchable asset archives

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between this bundle and the standard EVO 8-Bay 96TB?

This SKU explicitly bundles a ShareBrowser MAM license with the server, simplifying procurement for teams that require asset management. The hardware specifications are the same.

Q: How does ShareBrowser integrate with our NLE?

ShareBrowser installs as a native panel inside Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer, giving editors metadata browsing and proxy playback without switching applications.

Q: Is there a per-user fee for ShareBrowser or any other EVO Suite software?

No. All EVO Suite components — ShareBrowser, Slingshot, and Nomad — are licensed for unlimited users at no additional per-seat cost.

Q: Can remote editors access the server?

Yes. Nomad, included in the EVO Suite, allows editors to connect to the server over standard internet connections without a dedicated VPN appliance.

Q: What RAID options are available?

RAID 5 and RAID 6 are both supported. For a 96TB system, RAID 6 is generally recommended to guard against the extended rebuild times associated with large-capacity drives.

Q: Can storage be expanded after initial deployment?

Yes. One expansion unit adding up to 16 bays can be attached to the base server, scaling raw capacity to 720TB.

Q: What network speeds does the server support?

Two 10GbE ports are included on-board. Additional NICs can be installed to support 1, 10, 25, or 100GbE.

Q: Does the system integrate with Active Directory?

Yes. The EVO OS includes native AD and LDAP integration for centralized authentication and access control.