Add a flexible NAS to your NDI broadcast network with this NRS16 16-Bay 120TB Remote Storage unit from NewTek. This 3 RU NAS chassis is designed for use on your NDI network and it is compatible with multiple NewTek media streaming products such as the IP series, TriCaster TC1, and 3Play 3P1. It features 16 removable SATA/SAS hard drive bays and pre-installed SSDs totaling 120TB for ample backup space.

The NRS16 is powered by SNS, a powerful storage system software that is customized to allow direct recording of multiple NDI|HX streams. It provides instant availability of your recordings to your postproduction workflow for fast turnaround. Other features of the NAS include a redundant power supply and four 10Gb Ethernet ports for super-fast networking.

3 RU Remote Storage Chassis    16 Removable SATA/SAS Bays    Includes 120TB SSD Space    Powered by SNS Storage Software    4 x 10 GB Ethernet Ports    Instant Recording Media Availability    Record Multiple Streams of NDI|HX    Redundant Power Supply    For IP Series, TriCaster TC1, 3Play 3P1

Available in multiple form factors and expandable storage capacities for productions of all sizes

Record multiple streams of NDI|HX directly to RAID protected shared storage

Rackmount and desktop form factors

Industry-standard SATA/SAS removable drive bays

Support for simultaneous multi-channel capture, ingest, editing, and playback

Instant availability of recorded media for postproduction turnaround

Fully compatible with NewTek IP Series, TriCaster TC1, and 3Play 3P1

High-performance SAN and NAS subsystem

Tag, comment, search, preview, and organize recorded media and other stored assets with included ShareBrowser media asset management software

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How long is the included thunderbolt 3 cable?

A: The cable I received is about 30 inches long.

Q: 2. Does this take only Synology branded HDD's if I'm looking at 16TB HDD's? Cuz my supplier insists that only Synology drives work and other drives like SD or Seagate don't show up properly.

A: The Synology RX1217RP is an expansion Unit. Drive compatibility for expansion units are dependent on the host Synology device. You should check what is the host device that you will be connecting this unit to.

Q: 3. Thanks for the response Chris. Does this support full NDI as well or only HX?

A: Yes, the NewTek NRS16 Remote Storage will also support full NDI.

Q: 4. Can I use the Ethernet port on this unit like a server (similar to NAS)? I'm thinking to have this connected to our Ethernet switch so that people in our building can review what I will be working on without needing my supervision or having to come to my workstation. Is this possible?

A: This unit only supports a Thunderbolt 3 type connection. It also would not support any ethernet connection via an adapter as it lacks the necessary drivers to do so.

Q: 5. What doe it mean when it says "supports battery backup option"? Does it have a tiny reserve just to safely shut down the unit in the event of a power outage?

A: The ARC-8050T3 also supports a battery backup option that protects all data in cache memory in the event of unexpected power outage.

Q: 6. Does Synology RX1217RP comes with rails kit or it has to be purchased separately?

A: The Synology RX1217RP does not come included with a Rail Kit.

Q: 7. What's in the box?

A: Per the Quick Installation Guide: 1 x ARC-8050T3U-4/4A/6(M)/8/12 bays RAID storage unit 1 x 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 Type-C cable 1 x RJ-45 LAN cable 1 x Power cord 16/24/32/48 x Drive mounting screws (4 per drive tray) 1 x Quick installation guide

Q: 8. If I use 2.5 ssd's, are the adapter trays included?

A: The native trays can accommodate both 2.5" and 3.5" drives without use of adapters.

Q: 9. If the RAID array has less than 6 drives installed in RAID 5, can unused drive bay(s) function as non-RAID hot-swappable docks?

A: The Areca ARC-8050T3U 6-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Desktop RAID Storage Array BH #ARC8050T3U6 can support hot swapping. You will want to consult the manual and follow the procedures carefully to avoid any possible data loss.

Q: 10. Is the v-mount, battery, and charger included? It is not listed in what comes in the box?

A: Yes, it comes with all three.