SpycerBox is Rohde & Schwarz DVS s fast and flexible storage solution. Choose one of the the versions that will be perfect for your workflow: Equipped with SSD technology SpycerBox reaches an internal data rate of up to 12 GByte/s. The SpycerBox Flex effortlessly handles uncompressed 2K streams, thanks to its 2.5 SAS drive technology. The SpycerBox Ultra is a storage solution with up to 288 TB of storage. Moreover, you can use the members of the SpycerBox family as a SAN solution or a NAS configuration or a combination of both to further increase your flexibility. All SpycerBox versions come equipped with SAN Remo, a sophisticated new GUI and with the data management software R&S Spycer, complementing the reliable Rohde & Schwarz DVS hardware. Connection methods ı File sharing with NFS ı Samba for heterogeneous network architectures ı SpycerLink between Spycer-equipped systems ı Fibre Channel or Ethernet SAN connection ı Variety of hardware interfaces available (Fibre Channel, 10 or 40 Gbit/s Ethernet) SAN Remo: Configuration management The brand-new GUI will help you to configure and monitor your SpycerBox infrastructure. SAN Remo allows for the comfortable configuration of your SpycerBox infrastructure and all software services. Obtain an overview of your hardware status as well as of performance and bandwidth parameters. Rohde & Schwarz DVS GmbH 09.2014-<1.0
Realtime video is our business For realtime processing of audio-/video streams, a constant, low-latency bandwidth is required. SpycerBox ensures smooth continuous data throughput whereas the systems of other vendors have fluctuating data rates that may lead to frame drops. Equipped with these outstanding features, SpycerBox excels with its extraordinary performance. R&S SpycerBox Cell SpycerBox Cell is an outstanding storage solution for demanding media applications. Never before have 30 hot-swappable drives been placed in a 1U system that allows incredible speeds of up to 8K. Its innovative and powerful design combines incredible storage density with system redundancy and easy maintenance for total reliability and maximum scalability. ı Internal data rate of more than 12 GByte/s ı Latest PCIe Gen3 architecture for superior data rates ı 48 x 2.5 SAS drives for video storage ı Web-based KVM (Keyboard Video Mouse) interface over Ethernet ı Comprehensive SNMP feature set ı Advanced remote diagnostics ı Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet as default configuration R&S SpycerBox Flex SSD With its newest addition to the SpycerBox family, Rohde & Schwarz DVS raises the performance bar to the next level: Equipped with state-of-the-art SSD technology, the SpycerBox not only offers lowest latencies for broadcast studios but also provides ground-breaking performance for high-end post production workflows. By featuring more than 10 Gigabytes/s of internal throughput, one single SpycerBox can serve hundreds of clients and is ready for highend 4K and 8K applications. Along with the latest RAID technology, it expands its capacity, bandwidth and versatility combined with a competitive pricing. SpycerBox Flex is now equipped with up to 23 TB SSD storage while greatly increasing its data throughput. ı 6 Gbit/s SAS design with a total capacity of 57.6 TB 48 x 2.5 SAS drives for video storage ı Web-based KVM (Keyboard Video Mouse) interface over Ethernet ı Comprehensive SNMP feature set ı Advanced remote diagnostics ı Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet as default configuration 2
R&S SpycerBox Flex SpycerBox Flex takes a leap into 2.5 SAS drive technology and is equipped with 48 drives in one single 5U chassis. Along with the latest RAID technology, it expands its capacity, bandwidth and versatility combined with a competitive pricing. SpycerBox Flex offers up to 57.6 TB SAS storage while greatly increasing its data throughput. ı SAN storage, metadata server and file server in one 5U chassis ı Storage solution with up to 288 TB of storage ı SAN clients have block level access to the storage via multi-port Fibre Channel ı SpycerBox in a NAS environment as a highperformance bridge between different networks ı High-performance SAS model or high-capacity SATA model R&S SpycerBox Ultra The SpycerBox Ultra offers up to 288 TB of storage and is very flexible in its use as either NAS or SAN solution. Post production companies and broadcasters will be able to seamlessly integrate SpycerBox Ultra into their existing storage architecture, thanks to the number of supported high-speed interfaces. ı Connects realtime and non-realtime workflows with each other ı Ready for heterogeneous infrastructures (SAN and NAS mixed) ı Collaborative workflows between Apple, Windows and Linux systems ı Fast and reliable file server ı High-speed copying with R&S Spycer software and SpycerLink connections 3
In a nutshell SpycerBox Cell SpycerBox Flex SpycerBox Ultra DVS-SAN SpycerBox Cell is our flexible and modular shared storage solution. Place it at the core of your workflow for any of your performance requirements. Among its highlights: It offers maximum reliability thanks to a unique failover system and incredible speed of up to 8K. SpycerBox Cell will make your life easier: It s easy to expand, scale, and maintain thanks to its modular design. SpycerBox Flex offers you maximum performance in a single box. SpycerBox Flex has proven its endurance in some of the most demanding workflows in the industry. Its comprehensive feature set and superior performance are always a reliable choice. The SpycerBox Ultra is a cost-effective SAN and NAS solution which integrates seamlessly into your existing storage architecture. It offers parallel access via SMB, NFS, blocklevel, and more. Capable of delivering up to three concurrent 2K streams, SpycerBox Ultra is an established, fast, and reliable nearline storage solution. With a long industry pedigree, DVS-SAN is an outstanding, fully customizable solution. Moreover, it offers full redundancy, zero downtime, and seamless failover. As a completely tailored and individual storage solution, DVS-SAN is the perfect fit for a vast array of heterogeneous workflows. Highlights ı 30 disks in 1U Capacity SAS version: up to 36 TB Capacity SSD version: up to 28 TB ı 3 GB/s per unit ı Scalable ı Unique failover system ı 48 disks in 5U Capacity SAS version: up to 57 TB Capacity SSD version: up to 46 TB ı 4.5 GB/s ı High availability option ı 24 disks in 5U/48 disks in 4U Capacity for 5U version: up to 144 TB Capacity for 4U version: up to 288 TB ı High-performance, nearline storage solution, providing 3x2K uncompressed streams ı High availability option ı Customizable disks and capacities ı Performance: Tailored to your specific requirements Solution The SpycerBox Cell is the perfect solution for extra performance in color grading, mastering, and distribution. In its SSD version the SpycerBox Flex is the perfect solution for local data processing thanks to its 12 GB/s of local performance and 4.5 GB/s of server performance. The SpycerBox Ultra is an entry-level enterprise HD/2K solution, especially for mastering. Moreover, it s a costefficient nearline storage solution that complements the other members of the SpycerBox family. In its SSD version the SpycerBox Flex is the perfect solution for local data processing thanks to its 12 GB/s of local performance and 4.5 GB/s of server performance. 4
About Rohde & Schwarz DVS For more than 25 years, Rohde & Schwarz DVS GmbH has been very successful in the professional film, video post production and broadcast markets. The specially developed and manufactured hardware and software are applied to the production of popular TV series, Holly wood blockbusters and in Digital Cinema. R&S CLIPSTER was the first system in the world to make realtime 4K processing possible. The future-proof ingest and production server R&S VENICE offers a flexible solution for modern, file-based workflows in broadcast environments. www.dvs.de Regional contact Europe, Africa, Middle East +49 1805 12 42 42* or +49 89 4129 137 74 customersupport@rohde-schwarz.com North America 1-888-TEST-RSA (1-888-837-8772) customer.support@rsa.rohde-schwarz.com Latin America +1-410-910-7988 customersupport.la@rohde-schwarz.com Asia/Pacific +65 65 13 04 88 customersupport.asia@rohde-schwarz.com This application note and the supplied programs may only be used subject to the conditions of use set forth in the download area of the Rohde & Schwarz website. Copyright 2014, all contents by Rohde & Schwarz DVS GmbH. Specifications and data are subject to change without notice. Some features may be part of optional or future packages. All trademarks used herein, whether recognized or not, are the properties of their respective owners. R&S is a registered trademark of Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG Rohde & Schwarz DVS GmbH Krepenstr. 8 D-30165 Hannover Phone +49 511 67 80 70 Fax +49 511 63 00 70 www.rohde-schwarz.com www.dvs.de