Facilis Bringing Out TerraBlock 5.6 for Post-Production and Content Creation

Facilis Technology, Inc., in shared storage solutions for post-production and content creation, announced the TerraBlock version 5.6 with support for 3TB drives.

The new version also includes enhanced Ethernet client performance for the DPX workflow and new administration features that make it easier for post production professionals and content creators to streamline and manage the flow of data. For a limited time, the company is offering sales promotions tied to the release.

TerraBlock is a multiplatform, high-capacity shared storage solution that complements collaborative workflows in standard non-linear editing systems such as Avid Media Composer, Apple Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro. Coupled with the Facilis Shared File System, which supports 4Gbps and 8Gbps FC and 1GbE and 10GbE, it allows users to leverage existing infrastructure, while offering the flexibility of speed and scale-out technology.

TerraBlock version 5.6 highlights include:

• 3TB drive support and new 72TB 24D model
• TerraBlock Manager username / password authentication
• TerraBlock Manager support for non-Admin Windows Users
• Multi-user write volume expansion from the client workstation
• 10GbE and teamed 4GbE configurations
• Support for Mac OS 10.7.4 update

"We’re pleased by the overwhelming response to TerraBlock 5.5 and the adoption of the product we’ve seen to date. Version 5.6 is a continuation of our efforts to bring professionals expanded capacity, functionality and capabilities that will advance their day-to-day operations," said Shane Rodbourn, Facilis SVP and GM. "The value proposition for TerraBlock 5.6 is strong, especially as we continue to partner with some of the industry’s leading technology innovators to support new, efficient workflows."

Facilis will offer sales incentives for TerraBlock 5.6
until the end of 2012 including:

• 20% off TerraBlock trade-ins over 3 years old
• 20% off drive capacity upgrades
• $5,000 competitive trade-up credit toward a new 24D and 24EX models

TerraBlock 5.6 is available free of charge for customers holding a current support contract. Support contracts can be purchased directly through Facilis or the worldwide reseller channel.