Proavio DS316JS 128TB 16-Bay SAS-3 RAID Array with PCIe Controller Card (16 x 8TB)PROAVIO? DS316JSHigh Performance 12G SAS Storage Solution for 2K/4K Editing, Grading and VFXHarness the power to create compelling high resolution 2K/4K media and VFX with Proavio DS316JS. The DS316JS is a performance-driven, direct attached storage array that combines high-speed 12Gb/s SAS technology, professional grade redundant/hot-swappable components and capacity expansion up to 384TB. An optional PCI-Express RAID controller provides real time, fail-safe RAID protection against drive failure during operation, ensuring your sessions always run smoothly and without interruption.Think outside the boxThe first affordable 12G SAS storage solution for 4K media.Upgrade your editing, grading or visual effects studio with the industry's most affordable 4K capable storage solution. The DS316JS features an easy-to-use hardware design which allows users to spend more time being creative and less time optimizing computer technology to meet their unique workflow demands. Empower your workstation with the speed and reliability needed for today's high-resolution post production and VFX workflows. Achieve smooth, real-time playback of complex visual effects compositions, preview projects at full native resolution and gain higher track counts in the edit process - all while enjoying fail-safe RAID protection of your most valuable digital assets.Optimized for high resolution workflowsCreate, grade and render 4K-quality media with total confidence.With a sustained throughput of up to 2,000MB/s (RAID 5), the DS316JS unlocks your workstation's true creative potential by giving facilities the option to take on a wider range of projects, formats and possibilities. From HD to 4K, the DS316JS is the best storage solution for high resolution media formats such as DPX, RED R3D, ARRIRAW, Arri Alexa, uncompressed HD, DSLR RAW and more. No-Compromise reliability for your creative businessEnterprise-class reliability, highest level of service and support.The DS316JS professional storage solution includes the industry's best performing PCI-e, hardware RAID controller that is fully optimized for digital video and large file size applications. An easy-to-use web interface and selectable RAID levels makes the DS316JS a flexible solution for any media application that requires data bandwidth in excess of 1,200MB/s. A high-speed PCI Express-based RAID design delivers data rates up to 2,000MB/s in RAID 5 for your most demanding, storage intensive, media applications.Room to growInstant capacity expansion.The DS316JS is engineered to accomodate your facility's growing capacity requirements. Scale storage capacity from 16TB up to 384TB by simply connecting multiple DS316JS arrays. Select from cost-effective SATA, Enterprise SAS or Data Center-grade SSD flash drives to meet any application requirements. Supercharge your workflow with a storage solution that is ready for any project.Thunderbolt-ready solutionAdd Thunderbolt connectivity using the industry's most trusted bridging technology.Add instant compatibility with today's Apple and Thunderbolt equipped systems with Proavio's AC-TB2E, 12G SAS-to-Thunderbolt 2 adapter. DS316JS users can take full advantage of Proavio 12G SAS storage solutions without compromising reliability or performance.