Storage Solutions
In an effort to better accommodate those who are working with the recording and editing of high track-count audio sessions, as well as those who are editing video or even just looking for external media on which to store generic files, Glyph Technologies has recently updated two of their product lines - the Studio mini and
Designed to help Thunderbolt™ 3 users build an end-to-end 4K workflow environment within Windows 7 or 10, Promise Technology has designed the Pegasus3 PC Edition Thunderbolt 3 RAID Array. Depending on your individual needs, several different models are available, including the Pegasus3 R8, Pegasus3 R6, and Pegasus3 R4. Those engaging in more intensive tasks with larger storage requirements would benefit from the R8, which has eight 3.5" drive bays, comes in capacities of either
With ATTO, you can stream your content in real time, which greatly enhances your workflow. ATTO Advanced Data Streaming technology is found in all ATTO ThunderLink® adapters, and offers high-speed data streaming, which is great for data and editing collaboration. The ultra-quiet, low-profile, and portable 40GbE ThunderLink 3402 from ATTO makes it easy to streamline workflows by connecting your Thunderbolt™ 3 laptop, desktop, or mobile workstation directly to a DisplayPort monitor, as well as networked storage to edit content in real time.
IngeSTore software is a simple, yet professional, video capture solution from Bluefish444, and is available for free with any purchase of a Bluefish444 video I/O card. IngeSTore integrates Bluefish444 hardware into a dedicated SDI capture system, or directly into your existing editing system, turning any non-linear editing system into a simultaneous capture and output solution.
IngeSTore is compatible with all
In this video, we showcase the benefits of the QNAP TS-251A NAS system and its usefulness in business or home environments. We also explore how this stand-alone system can function as a media server, thanks to its capable Intel® Celeron™ processor, HDMI port, multiple USB 3.0 connections, and two bays. Furthermore, with QNAP’s software, we demonstrate how to set up the TS-251A as a networked DHCP server, which shares data and multimedia content with multiple users.
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Available in 1-, 2-, 3-, and 4TB capacities, the new My Passport for Mac USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive from WD is more than just a plain old portable hard drive. This drive has been reimagined inside and out. It features plug-and-play connectivity via the USB 3.0 interface, support for Time Machine backups, enhanced data security, and more. The external housing of the drive has undergone
When asked to name a few storage solutions, most people tend to think of external hard drives and flash drives. Little do they know, they can also repurpose their old or unused drives with what’s called a drive enclosure. HornetTek offers a variety of these devices that are capable of supporting 2.5” or 3.5” SATA I, II, and III drives. For portability, there’s the Black Box U3
If you’re working with large media files, you’re probably going to need more storage than a single drive can provide. While you could just haphazardly put a bunch of drives together, a RAID array is a better alternative because it uses multiple drives together to increase speed, protect your data, or both. You can configure your own RAID array by using software, but an array with a hardware RAID controller will provide better performance. Also, you should try to stick to hard drives with the same size, speed, and even model so your RAID array
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When I started getting into MIDI-based music production in the early 2000s, most people agreed that hardware still had a clear edge over software-based setups. Back then, most serious urban and dance producers were making music with hardware drum machines and keyboard workstations, then tracking everything to a computer running a DAW. Like many others, I started with an Akai MPC 2000xl, which was one of the drum-programming staples of the time. I added a Yamaha Motif ES, BOSS SP-303 (aka the “Dr. Sample”) and a Microkorg into the mix. Over the
Things change so quickly in the tech space that even professionals sometimes find themselves stymied by the incessant and confusing terminology surrounding certain protocols (like the ones we're going to discuss today - Thunderbolt and USB). I remember the days of 8-track tapes, but I also remember when tapes were surpassed by CDs, and CDs were surpassed by MP3s, and now how MP3s are being taken over by streaming music sources. Thinking back on those days, I was constantly barraged by new terms every day that made it difficult to slog through
Did you just get a new notebook with a USB Type-C port? Are you now scratching your head, wondering how you’re going to access your existing peripherals, such as printers, scanners, monitors, and other much-needed devices? Relax—Kensington has you covered with three USB-C docking stations that connect using the versatile USB Type-C connector. Kensington now offers the SD1500
Modern entertainment has become quite demanding, thanks to advances like 4K content, sophisticated CGI (computer-generated imagery), and uncompressed high-quality audio. To help professionals in these areas, G-Technology has released the G-Rack 12 SAS NAS Server, available in 48,
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Capacity meets performance with the newly introduced 4TB version of the Samsung EVO 850 series solid-state drive. As with the smaller-capacity drives in this series, the 4TB version utilizes V-NAND technology, or vertical NAND technology, to literally stack cells on top of one another to expand the capacity and performance of the
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Storage on set and in post has become increasingly complex as new camera technology is put to use. Bobby Lombardi from his insights on how G-Technology helps solve some of the greatest challenges in storing footage from VR production.
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You finally made it to your destination, and as you kick up your feet and sip from an ice-cold drink, the last thing you want to worry about is storage. It is a little insane that you must rely on a semi-mysterious device to hold the photographs from your most recent excursion safe, especially as you plan to do a bit more shooting as you go about your travels. Hopefully, this portable hard drive guide will help you pick out a