I would recommend getting something that is flexible enough to adapt to the changes this industry will continue to throw at you by making sure the solution you choose today will be flexible enough to be relevant tomorrow. EVO shared storage server from Studio Network Solutions can do 1Gb and 10Gb Ethernet/iSCSI and/or 4Gb or 8Gb fibrechannel. Mix and match however you like, all at the same time. EVO also does file, folder & volume sharing. Works with Mac, Windows and Linux & has no per-seat licenses fees. EVO easily deals with multi-stream XDCam HD, DNX HD, ProRes, uncompressed HD & 2k. Studio Network Solutions has been deploying shared storage solutions for the Media and Entertainment industry since 1998 and have many large seat count installs worldwide that would happy to speak with you about their experiences. Contact me directly if you would like to learn more.
Ryan Stoutenborough
Studio Network Solutions
http://www.studionetworksolutions.com
