Active Storage Debuts 32TB 3U RAID ($19,999)

Active Storage, Inc. announced the new 32TB XRAID, a high-performance RAID storage solution for media production and Apple professionals.

These compact and powerful high-availability RAID systems feature Active/Active RAID controllers with redundant power and cooling in just 3U of rack space. Utilizing high throughput enterprise class 2TB SATA II hard drives, the Active Storage XRAID offers twice the capacity for growing post production, broadcast and Apple infrastructure storage needs – at just 63¢ per GB. [Based on usable capacity, which will vary depending on drive configuration and RAID level]
 
“The need for more high-end digital storage continues to grow, especially within the Broadcast and Post-Production industries,” explained Alex Grossman, CEO of Active Storage; “With the rising popularity of 4k and HD, files sizes are huge. We’ve created a system that offers twice the available storage at the same great speeds while conserving rack space and Fibre Channel ports.”

Delivering incredible performance for 24/7/365 media-centric organizations and extreme Apple users, the Active Storage XRAID easily supports 4K, multi-stream 2K and HD workflows of all shapes and sizes. Its’ industry-leading high throughput RAID 6 on standard direct-attached servers, and spectacular performance in Xsan2 installations (where up to 4 streams of 8-bit 1080p uncompressed video are supported on one 16 drive system) ensure maximum reliability. The 32TB Active XRAID also features a powerful Mac OS X native Storage Management Suite and iPhone monitoring App, plus out-of-the-box Xsan optimization––no scripts, no hassles.

For those looking for value, the very affordable 32TB XRAID ES delivers great performance and reliability in business applications and Apple infrastructure where 24/7 media optimized performance is not required.

Like all Active Storage products, clients can buy with confidence, as systems come tested and ready to use out of the box, including redundant power and cooling, remote management software suite and all rack mounting hardware—plus a limited 3-year warranty.

Pricing and Availability
Active Storage XRAID systems are sold through selected VARs and Resellers. The Media optimized 32TB enterprise-class hard drive and redundant controller model carries a retail price of $19,999. The 32 TB XRAID ES retails for $14,999, and differs from the original Active Storage XRAID by utilizing a single high-throughput RAID controller and business-class hard drives. These changes result in a very cost-effective and robust RAID solution ideal for business-class applications starting at just $14,999 US MSRP.

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