Modular File Storage for Real-Time Broadcast Media HD Workflows
Aug 17, 2009 2:44 PM
More content is being kept online and will remain online for increased periods of time, especially by news organizations that often need immediate access to archived video clips. Streaming video and post-production in HD, 2K, and 4K resolutions; 3-D animation and visualization; cable and broadcast play out; video on- demand (VoD); IPTV; and near-line storage and media asset management are all driving the need for responsive storage that delivers exceptional performance, massive capacity, uncompromising reliability, and scalability. As file sizes and resolutions increase, the storage and data access issues facing digital media companies will likewise escalate.
This paper introduces Broadcasters to a modular storage approach for scalable, cost-effective file storage and outlines the specific storage requirements for HD broadcasting workflows. In addition, the paper includes benchmark test results that will help users understand how concurrent operations impact file storage infrastructure.
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