Ryan Stoutenborough
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We’ve been implementing NAS-only solutions for media production for over 6 years now. It was SAN-only in the early years of our existence. We do both now. 4k/6k workflows on NAS was unheard-of years ago, it’s a breeze for our team these days. SANmp is used when the workflow benefits – it’s a great tool.
You can carve up EVO anyway you like:
NAS only
NAS and SAN
SAN only
SAN with 3rd party file system
NAS with 3rd party file system
NAS and SAN with 3rd party file systemCost, users, current infrastructure, performance, existing hardware, support, scaleability, and backup/archive are some of the determining factors one would consider when finalizing a solution.
EVO does transcoding for proxy generation out of the box at no extra cost. We leave it to the experts and team up with Telestream and/or other 3rd party apps/partners for proper editorial/delivery transcoding.
Here are 3 case studies on our website that include transcoding as part of the workflow
https://www.studionetworksolutions.com/fox-sports/
This is a joint case study up on the Telestream website regarding a live transcoding (encoding) use case. Located here – https://www.telestream.net/pdfs/customer-case-s
Ryan Stoutenborough
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Thanks Nate, some of your information about EVO is inaccurate though. EVO is indeed 100% multi-user write file sharing. Multiple users can write at the same time to the same volume. EVO is SAN and NAS. Yes, SANmp is included if you want to use it, but, it is not necessary, not even for the most convoluted 4k/6k workflows. You may also use other 3rd party file systems (again not necessary). EVO also does transcoding.
Ryan Stoutenborough
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I would recommend getting something that is flexible enough to adapt to the changes this industry will continue to throw at you by making sure the solution you choose today will be flexible enough to be relevant tomorrow. EVO shared storage server from Studio Network Solutions can do 1Gb and 10Gb Ethernet/iSCSI and/or 4Gb or 8Gb fibrechannel. Mix and match however you like, all at the same time. EVO also does file, folder & volume sharing. Works with Mac, Windows and Linux & has no per-seat licenses fees. EVO easily deals with multi-stream XDCam HD, DNX HD, ProRes, uncompressed HD & 2k. Studio Network Solutions has been deploying shared storage solutions for the Media and Entertainment industry since 1998 and have many large seat count installs worldwide that would happy to speak with you about their experiences. Contact me directly if you would like to learn more.
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
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Hello, I’d like to clear up a few mis-conceptions about our software and hardware solutions please.
SANmp is $499 per seat and it works with iSCSI or FC. There’s also iSANmp for $199 per seat (iSCSI only). This software works with most 3rd party storage solutions.
EVO is our shared storage server solution. EVO comes with unlimited free licenses of SANmp. There are no per-seat license fees if you are an EVO customer. EVO also does SMB and AFP file sharing utilizing our “Share Browser” feature for managing cross platform permissions. Mix any combination of 1/10Gb & 4/8Gb fiberchannel to meet all your connectivity needs. Supports Mac, Windows and Linux. EVO also works with XSAN, Storenext, MetaSAN.
We have many referenceable Avid installs throughout the world. Give us a shout if you would like to learn more: Ph# 877-537-2094 or visit: https://www.studionetworksolutions.com/video-san.php
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
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I’d look for fsck.
1. Launch Activity Monitor (Applications>Utilities>Activity Monitor).
2. In the Monitor menu choose Show Activity Monitor. This window may already be open after you launch the application.
3. In the pop up menu at the top right of the Activity Monitor, choose “All Processes.”
4. Under the column Process Name look for “fsck.”
5. If you find that fsck is running it is appropriate to allow it to finish running. This may take a few minutes or a couple hours depending on the size of the
volume.Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
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Hi Guys,
Regarding,
“Remember, not even Studio Network Solutions systems work without SanMP (but maybe that makes it a “complete solution”, because the same company makes it).”
EVO shared storage solution from Studio Network Solutions (SNS) works with XSAN, SANmp, Storenext, MetaSAN, or Fibrejet.
EVO is modular in regards to connectivity options. One can start off as an Ethernet NAS-only solution and can scale to be a full blown SAN having any mix of fibrechannel, 10GbE and GigE/iSCSI connectivity options. You can also scale the storage by adding the optional expansion chassis. EVO does multi-stream ProRes, HD & 2k.
Learn more about EVO right here – https://www.studionetworksolutions.com/video-san.php
Send me a message if you have any questions & good luck to you!
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
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Hi Larry,
I have a solution for you and it will allow all 7 Premiere Pro workstations to connect with or without a switch. All workstations edit directly from the drives (no more push pull!) You can even throw fibrechannel or 10GbE in the box later on if your needs change. Works with Mac and PC.
I also have a software only solution if you want to roll-your-own.
Give me a shout and we can talk workflow, performance & pricing. I Look forward to hearing from you.
Phone# 877-537-2094
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
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Hi Aaron,
Check your FCP settings. Apple has a list of settings you can adjust when experiencing dropped frames. It’s on their website.
SANmp (From the same people who make that free globalSAN iSCSI initiator your using) (or MetaSAN) will allow you to share the same volume(s) amongst your 3 rooms. That’s the easy part! Keep us posted…
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
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I wouldn’t trust my data with that swap and would absolutely do a back up 1st.
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
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You’ll need to make many changes in Navisphere to take advantage of multiple connections.
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
http://www.studionetworksolutions.com