Sonnet Fusion D500P
5-drive SATA Storage System with Port Multiplier
HD SATAsfaction!
Today's digital content creation and editing require more speed and space than
anybody would have imagined just a few, short years ago-now, storage needs are
spoken of in terabytes instead of gigabytes. FireWire drives used to be the
storage solution of choice for users on a limited budget, but they don't offer
enough performance for all but the most basic needs, and high-end SCSI storage
systems are out of reach for most people. You probably need something in
between-Sonnet's Fusion D500P SATA storage systems offer speed, versatility, and
reliability in a compact package-they are a great solution for anyone looking
for an affordable storage system that will fit into a variety of workflows.
Maximum Performance
Connected to a Sonnet Tempo SATA E4P PCIe or X4P
PCI-X host controller installed in a Mac or Windows computer, a Fusion D500P
system's drives can be accessed through its port multiplier(1 at full speed,
whether configured as a RAID 0, 1, 10, or JBOD set. With its drives configured
as a RAID 0 striped set, a single Fusion D500P achieves 240MB/sec, fast enough
to support multiple streams of DV, HDV, DVCPRO, or uncompressed 8-bit 1080i HD
video. Up to four Fusion D500Ps can be ganged on a single Tempo SATA E4P or X4P
controller for double, triple, or even quadruple the available streams (as well
as increasing the number of supported video formats).
Safe and Secure
Fusion storage systems (except 0 TB models) employ Enterprise/RAID Edition hard
drives(2), which are subjected to hours of additional testing to check for soft
errors, vibration, and other reliability predictors just the sturdiest drives
pass these tests. Only then are they prepared with special RAID-optimized
firmware and become the building blocks of a super-reliable Fusion storage
system. For added convenience, the swappable drive modules are compatible across
the entire Fusion line.
One Cable, All the Data
The Fusion D500P enclosure employs a high performance SATA II port multiplier to
manage the enclosed drives just a single locking data cable connects the
enclosure to a SATA host controller card. This efficient interface simplifies
setup and cuts cable clutter without compromising performance.
Form Meets Function
Fusion D500P systems can be used for simple backup needs, but they are
well-suited for use in editing suites employing applications such as Apple Final
Cut Pro® and Adobe® Premiere® Pro CS4 video editing software, and video capture
cards from AJA, Blackmagic Design, Matrox and Bluefish444. With an attractive
and user-friendly design, Fusion D500P's handsome door hides the drive modules,
yet status indicator LEDs for each drive shine through. The drive modules have
built-in locking levers that double as handles to make swapping easy. If you
choose, you can also secure each module in place with the built in locks (great
for added security). To keep things cool, the Fusion D500P uses a swappable fan
module with a fan that is 80% quieter than a standard case fan, making this
system perfectly suited for use in noise-sensitive environments.
Expandability to Start
Looking for a desktop 5-drive, removable storage system to expand with your
needs? The Fusion D500P-0TB storage system offers the same great features as
Sonnet's other D500P models, but without the hard drives(2). Performance,
capacity, and RAID reliability are dependent on drive choice.
Features:
- eSATA interface through an integrated port
multiplier
- Enterprise/RAID Edition drives used in
2.5TB, 3.75TB, or 5TB configurations
- Up to 240 MB/sec transfer rate
- Universal 180W, 110-240V, 50-60Hz power
supply
- Drive Activity, Drive Presence, and Power
LED indicators
- Quiet fans
- Universal secure, locking drive modules that
work across the entire Fusion line
- eSATA cable included
- Compatible with Sonnet Tempo™ SATA II PCI-X,
PCIe, and ExpressCard/34 Host controller cards
