We know all to well the absolute necessity for cost-effective and robust online storage and backup solutions. As a digital videographer, your storage and backup strategy may not be at the forefront of your mind, but it should be!
At Trams we understand the need for secure, effective backup solutions that won't break the bank whilst offering complete peace of mind.
With an Apple Server and Promise Raid solution you can have the ultimate server/storage solution. If you need fast mass storage in the range of 16TB and beyond, to be accessed from multiple computers, then this is the solution for you.
The SAN file system for Mac OS X. Xsan 2 is a powerful and scalable solution for storage consolidation, enabling businesses to reduce data duplication and more efficiently use and share data in demanding IT data centers, video post-production, and broadcast workflows.
High-availability design. Access your mission-critical data even in the event of a system or Fibre Channel network failure. Xsan 2 includes high-availability features such as metadata controller failover and Fibre Channel multipathing. It can also send automatic event notifications via email or pager.
Easy deployment. With Xsan 2, it’s easy to configure a storage network to meet the needs of your organization. Xsan features sophisticated volume management tools for storage optimization and lets you define file access permissions, assign quotas, and easily integrate with existing enterprise LDAP directory services.
Seamless integration. Built to work with existing infrastructures, Xsan 2 is compatible with leading Fibre Channel switches and qualified RAID storage arrays. Xsan is designed to work with Mac OS X Server for file sharing, Mail Server clustering, and Podcast Producer. It also supports most native Mac OS X applications including Final Cut Studio and Final Cut Server.
Top New Features in Xsan 2
Simplified SAN setup. Xsan 2 makes it easier for first-time users to quickly set up and deploy a SAN. Simply select the Xsan option in the Mac OS X Server assistant, and you’ll be guided through the installation, setup, and configuration of your Xsan volumes.
Xsan Admin 2. To make day-to-day SAN administration easier, Xsan 2 features a completely redesigned Xsan administration application.
Improved performance. A next-generation data and storage pool distribution strategy combines with enhanced affinity management to dramatically improve high-bandwidth streaming workload.
MultiSAN. Now a single workstation or server can access Xsan volumes simultaneously. MultiSAN is ideal for users who need to access multiple Xsan volumes from the same workstation or server, such as in newsrooms with separate SAN volumes for production and broadcast.
Spotlight. Spotlight support makes it easy for users to search and access content on your SAN volumes. Xsan 2 takes advantage of Mac OS X features including Cover Flow and Quick Look, so users can preview files without even opening them.
Server integration. Mac OS X Server features such as Mail Server and Podcast Producer integrate with Xsan 2 to support clustered file systems and improve performance and scalability.
RAID storage. Xsan 2 is qualified for use with the Promise VTrak E-Class RAID Subsystem.
The MatrixStore, from Object Matrix, is a highly secure disk-based repository designed to protect your digital assets. It is the safe place to backup the assets you are currently working on and the secure platform for all your completed work. The MatrixStore is easy to use. It sits transparently behind your workflow protecting your digital assets with the minimum of effort. Access is as straightforward as a keyword search.
The solution is ready to plug and play into your tapeless or file based digital workflow and can be used for Pre-Production, Nearline, or Deep Archive storage. The MatrixStore plays nicely in Final Cut, Avid or Adobe workflows ensuring your content is protected at the highest levels whilst enabling you to concentrate on the creative processes.
Mac mini with Snow Leopard Server is simply a Mac mini designed to be a server, with Mac OS X Server Snow Leopard pre-installed. Instead of a SuperDrive, there are two 500GB hard drives that give you the power and storage you need to help your group communicate, collaborate and share information.
Now you can support Mac computers, PCs and iPhone. Send email using your own domain name. Sync and share calendars. Swap files at lightning speed – even between Mac computers and PCs. Easily create fully featured wikis and high-quality podcasts. And automatically back up important data.
LaCie offer a wide range of portable, desktop, network and RAID solutions to meet all your storage needs. Take the LaCie 4big Quadra it's one of the most complete 4-bay RAID solution for videographers that need large storage/backup capacity, superior speed, and advanced security. Offering capacities up to 8TB, the 4big features seven RAID modes, including RAID 0 and RAID 5.
Apple Featured Products
The new iMac features a 21.5-inch or 27-inch LED-backlit display with a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio – perfect for photographers. Dual or quad-core Intel processors now available.
The Mac Pro features the next-generation Quad-Core Intel Xeon “Nehalem” processors and a new system architecture to deliver the untimate in performance.
The new MacBook Pro is available in 13-, 15-, and 17-inch models. Now featuring faster Intel processors, new next-generation NVIDIA graphics, and a battery that lasts even longer.
Mac mini with Snow Leopard Server - itʼs easy to set up, easy to run and even easy to afford. There are two 500GB hard drives that give you the power and storage you need to help your group work more efficiently.
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