Proavio DS240FS 2.5" 9.6TB (24x 400GB) 2U Rackmount High Performance Dual Controller SSD Storage System, 16GB RAM, 16G Fiber Channel, RAID level 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60 and JBOD

Accelerate Your 4K Workflow With High Performance SSD & SAS Storage
DS240FS is an ultra-dense 2U rack storage solution that leverages 2.5" SSD and delivers the highest level of system reliability and performance for mission critical production workflows. An active-active, 16G Fiber controller system design provides users with continuous availability of media files at data transfer rates up to 3500MB/s. A dual-port, 6G SAS expansion provides instantaneous capacity growth capabilities by adding cost-effective JBOD expansion nodes. Extend compatibility with industry-leading Thunderbolt-to-FC bridging technology and add simultaneous support for both Fiber and Thunderbolt users.

• Dual Active, 16G FC Storage Array with Expansion (up to 192TB)
• Leverage 2.5" SSD and SAS Drives
• RAID Storage Platform Optimized for Video
• Professional, Redundant, Hot-swap PSU Modules & Cooling
• Up to 2700MB/s Sustained Throughput for Professional Workflows
• Cost-effective, Fail-safe Solution for Post Production
• 3-Year Factory Warranty with 1-Year Advanced Replacement

The power to do more
Make the DS240 the center of your creative process
The DS240FS features a powerful, new hardware design adding density and performance in a small rack-ready package. Spend more time driving your creative business and less time molding computer technology to meet your unique workflow demands. Empower your workstation with the speed and reliability needed for today's high-resolution post production and VFX workflows. Achieve smooth, real-time playback of complex visual effects compositions, preview projects at full native resolution and gain higher track counts in the edit process - all while enjoying fail-safe RAID protection of your most valuable digital assets.

Optimized for high resolution workflows
Create, grade and render 4K-quality media with total confidence knowing your studio is ready to meet the demands of your next project
Supercharge your workflow with a storage solution that is ready for any project. With a sustained throughput of up to 3500MB/s (RAID 5), the DS240FS unlocks your workstation's true creative potential by giving facilities the option to take on a wider range of projects, formats and possibilities. From HD to 4K, the DS240FS is the best storage solution for high resolution media formats such as DPX, RED R3D, ARRIRAW, Arri Alexa, uncompressed HD, DSLR RAW and more. Create, grade and render with total confidence knowing your system is ready to meet the demands of your next big project.

No-Compromise reliability for your creative business
Enterprise-class reliability backed by the highest level of service and support
At the heart of DS240FS is lies the industry's most dependable RAID technology. Designed to meet the high demands of professional users, the DS240FS represents Proavio's commitment to the cinema, broadcast, pro audio and VFX communities. The DS240F8 incorporates next generation RAID technology with powerful active-active storage engines that deliver unimpeded performance and reliability - critical in today's fast-paced post production environments. Proavio has been an integral part of leading post production and broadcasters worldwide, including FOx, NDR, Industrial Color, HBO, SONY and The Station in New York.

Thunderbolt-ready solution
Add Thunderbolt connectivity using the industry's most trusted bridging technology
Proavio has partnered with the industry's leading connectivity experts to offer instant compatibility with today's Apple and Thunderbolt equipped systems. DS240FS users can take full advantage of Proavio FC SAN storage solutions without compromising reliability or performance. Add simultaneous access to existing FC users and Thunderbolt users with one single cost-effective solution.

Powerful Active SAN Platform
Features two 16Gb/s Fiber Channel storage controllers running in active-active performance mode for high resolution 4K/5K capture, editing, grading and visual effects creation.

Enterprise-Class Reliability
The DS240 offers the highest level of reliability and scalability for mission critical media and broadcast applications. Redundant, load-balancing components deliver uninterrupted media availability.

Lower Storage Costs
Increase DS240 storage capacity by adding low-cost JBOD expansion enclosures.

VMware Certified Solution
DS240 is a VMware VSphere 5 certified solution for seamless integration with virtual and cloud computing environments. Accelerate applications and VDIs with high I/O SAS SSD storage.

Recommended for:
• Filmlight Baselight
• Davinci Resolve
• Autodesk Smoke, Flame
• SGO Mistika
• Digital Vision Nucoda
• Assimilate Scratch
• Side Effects Houdini
• Colorfront On-Set Dailies
• RED Cine-x Pro
• Adobe Creative Cloud (4K)
• Final Cut Pro X (4K)

Dual-Active Storage Platform
The DS240FS provides continuous, fail-safe access to your valuable media.

Leverage SSD Technology
Powered by High Performance 2.5" SSD and Enterprise SAS Disk.

Optimized for Cinema
Designed for 4K resolution file formats and workflows.

High Performance Solution
Experience ultra-fast read and write speeds up to 3,500MB/s.

Professional Grade
Professional-grade, How-swap components for 24/7 operation.

Backed by Service & Support
3-year factory warranty with the 1st year of advance replacement.

Thunderbolt-Ready!
Instantly add high-speed FC storage to any Thunderbolt enabled system.

FC Workgroup Solution
Compatible with Xsan, MetaSAN, Stornext, Fibrejet and SANmp.