2. System Requirements
Operating System: Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (or later, 64-bit)
CPU: Intel Xeon or AMD EPYC, 8+ cores (16+ threads recommended)
Memory: 128 GB RAM minimum
Storage: System: 500 GB SSD; Archive: As required (RAID-protected HDD/SSD, LTO tape, S3-compatible object storage)
Network: 10GbE recommended, redundant NICs for HA
Tape Support: SAS, SCSI, or FC HBA (Broadcom/LSI, Dell PERC, or equivalent)
Remote Management: iDRAC, IPMI, or equivalent
Database: MySQL (default), PostgreSQL, or NoSQL (for advanced/clustered deployments)
Other: Root/sudo access, internet connectivity for updates
The ScaleLogic - SFS Media Node is an efficient single-socket 2U rack server that delivers high performance and outstanding TCO.
Powerful performance per investment dollar
The new SF Media Node is a 2U, single-socket rack server. Designed to be the best investment per dollar for your media workflow, this server provides performance and reliability.
Stay ahead of the curve
Delivering breakthrough performance for Archive workloads using the latest socket, memory, and PCI bus is at its core. This appliance is purpose-built and optimized for SF Archive and SF Migrate.
Invest wisely in a platform that grows with your business
- Using AMD EPYC 4th generation processor to deliver outstanding single socket proxy transcoding in an air-cooled chassis.
- Utilizes DDR5 at 4800 MT/s memory and PCIe Gen5 with double the speed of previous Gen4 for faster access and transport of data optimizing SF Archive’s output.
Sustainability
From recycled materials in our products and packaging, to thoughtful, innovative options for energy efficiency, our portfolio is designed to make, deliver, and recycle products to help reduce the carbon footprint and lower your operation costs. We even make it easy to retire legacy systems responsibly.
Features | Technical Specifications |
Processor | One 4th Generation AMD EPYC |
Memory | 128 GB registered ECC DDR5 |
Storage controllers | Boot Optimized Storage system: HWRAID 2 x M.2 NVMe SSDs |
Drive Bays | Front bays: Up to 16 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe (HDD/SSD) max 245.76 TB |
Power Supplies | 1400 W Platinum 100—240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap redundant (Includes two NEMA C13 to C14 power cords) |
Cooling Options | Air cooling |
Fans | High performance Silver (HPR) fans/ High performance Gold (VHP) fans Up to 6 hot plug fans |
Form Factor | 2U rack server (Included and required - square hole rack rails) |
Embedded Management | Lights out management RJ45 Ethernet connector |
Bezel | LCD security bezel |
Security | AMD Secure Memory Encryption (SME) AMD Secure Encrypted Virtualization (SEV) Cryptographically signed firmware Data at Rest Encryption (SEDs with local or external key mgmt.) Secure Boot Secure Erase Secured Component Verification (Hardware integrity check) Silicon Root of Trust TPM 2.0 FIPS, CC-TCG certified, TPM 2.0 China NationZ |
Embedded NIC | 4 x 10 GbE RJ45 |
Network options | 3 x FH expansion slots |
HBA | Add-on as needed (2 x 12GSAS/PCIe SAS38xx) – For Tape Library |
Software | SF Archive and or SF Migrate |
Dimensions | Height – 86.8 mm (3.41 inches) Width – 482 mm (18.97 inches) Depth – 772.13 mm (30.39 inches) with bezel 758.29 mm (29.85 inches) without bezel |
Dimensions (Shipping) | Height – 327 mm ( 12.9 inches) Width – 667 mm ( 26.25 inches) Depth – 1010 mm ( 39.76 inches) Weight - 29.02kg (64 lbs.) |
Xa | Xb | Y | Za | Zb | Zc |
482.0 mm (18.97 inches) | 434.0 mm (17.08 inches) | 86.8 mm (3.41 inches) | 35.84 mm (1.96 inches) With bezel 22.0 mm (.86 inches) Without bezel | 700.7 mm (27.58 inches) Ear to rear | 736.29 mm (28.98 inches) Ear to PSU handle |