# Shared Storage You Can Count On --- ## Revolutionizing Media Storage with More Power, Performance, and Speed at a Lower Cost Introducing the new Ultimate EFS Series, a next-generation storage platform that redefines what’s possible for media professionals. Packed with more power, more speed, and unmatched performance—all at an unbeatable cost—the Ultimate EFS series sets a new benchmark for scalable, high-performance storage. Whether you need 32TB or over half a PetaByte per node, there’s an Ultimate EFS solution ready to take your production environment to the next level. ### Looking beyond another NEXIS refresh? Compare EditShare EFS and Avid NEXIS across performance, workflow flexibility, media management, remote collaboration, and long-term ownership costs. **[See the comparison →](/content/avid-nexis-alternative/index.html)** ### Ultimate Power, Unmatched Performance At the heart of Ultimate EFS Series is our proprietary **EFS File System**, a distributed, parallel, clustered file system that provides unprecedented power tailored for media workflows. Engineered specifically for the needs of media professionals, EFS leverages advanced architecture to deliver unparalleled processing capabilities, enabling creative teams to work on the most demanding projects with ease. ### Larger Capacity The new Ultimate EFS Series of nodes introduces an impressive leap in storage capacity and scalability, available in 2U, 3U, or 4U form factors. These nodes deliver more than half a petabyte of storage per node, providing unmatched flexibility for expanding storage environments. With the ability to scale effortlessly, users can grow a single namespace beyond 15PB, making the EFS series ideal for any evolving media production needs. ### Speed That Delivers With Ultimate EFS, performance is paramount. Ultimate EFS nodes are designed to handle the high data throughput required by today’s media applications, ensuring that professionals can access, share, and edit files in real-time without the bottlenecks that plague traditional storage solutions. Whether you’re working with 4K, 8K, or beyond, Ultimate EFS delivers the speed and efficiency needed to keep your production pipeline flowing smoothly. ### **Always Watching, Always Secure** With real-time EFS auditing delivering unparalleled accountability for those handling valuable content, the Ultimate series provides peace of mind for anyone seeking a fully traceable audit layer within their production environment. ### **Loaded with Innovation** The Ultimate EFS Series is packed with features designed to meet the unique needs of media and entertainment professionals. From its scalable architecture, which grows with your business, to its secure, collaborative environment that supports multiple users across various locations, Ultimate EFS is the superior storage solution. ### **EFS Native Client** Every EditShare system comes with native EFS filesystem drivers which are specifically designed for media environments, offering far superior performance and reliability over traditional network file-sharing protocols like SMB or NFS. ### Lower Cost Despite its advanced features, Ultimate EFS series offers a more cost-effective price point. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and efficient resource management, we’ve reduced the total cost of ownership, making high-performance media storage accessible to businesses of all sizes. ### **About Ultimate EFS Solutions** Ultimate EFS Series is a leader in media-engineered storage, offering state-of-the-art solutions that combine power, performance, speed, and affordability. Our mission is to empower media professionals with the tools they need to create, collaborate, and innovate without limits. ### Ultimate EFS 210 Introducing the new Ultimate Series EFS 210, EditShare’s powerful and cost-effective storage solution. Each EFS 210 node delivers 144TB of raw storage, protected by RAID 6, with the ability to scale up to a 432TB cluster with three nodes. Equipped with the latest generation motherboard and RAM, the EFS 210 is optimized for speed and performance. [Read More](/content/products/efs-storage/efs-210/index.html) ### Ultimate EFS 310 The new Ultimate Series EFS 310 is designed for facilities seeking scalable storage solutions that can grow with them over time. Each node offers up to 352TB of raw storage with RAID 6 protection, scalable to 2.8PB across 8 nodes. [Read More](/content/products/efs-storage/efs-310/index.html) ### Ultimate EFS 410 The new Ultimate Series EFS 410 is designed for mission-critical environments that demand 99% uptime. Powered by the media-aware EFS file system, it offers over half a petabyte of raw storage per node and is expandable to more than 15PB within a single namespace. [Read More](/content/products/efs-storage/efs-410/index.html) ### Ultimate EFS Field Introducing the new Portable EFS Field Unit, a powerful addition to the Ultimate EFS Series, designed for seamless on-location media management. This portable unit provides up to 32TB of raw storage and operates the EFS file system. [Read More](/content/products/efs-storage/efs-ultimate-field/index.html) ### Ultimate 60NL Introducing the new Ultimate Series EFS 60NL, a cutting-edge parking node designed for storing content that requires immediate access, freeing up your production nodes. This high-density solution offers up to 1.3PB of raw storage per chassis. [Read More](/content/products/efs-storage/efs-60nl/index.html) ### Ultimate MDC Introducing the all-new Ultimate Series Metadata Controller (MDC), the essential traffic manager for controlling user assets and administering all content across your nodes. [Read More](/content/products/efs-storage/efs-mdc/index.html) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### [How does EFS Ultimate handle large media files compared to generic NAS or SAN systems?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: EFS Ultimate uses a media-aware file system optimized for high-bandwidth video. Unlike generic IT storage, it prevents dropped frames and ensures smooth playback of formats like ProRes, DNxHR, and DPX. ### [Can EFS Ultimate support high-resolution workflows like 4K, 8K, and HDR?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: Yes. EFS Ultimate is designed for heavy production workloads, delivering consistent bandwidth for 4K, 8K, HDR, and VFX media. ### [Can EFS Ultimate scale as our needs grow?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: Absolutely. You can expand from terabytes to petabytes by adding nodes without downtime. ### [How does EFS Ultimate support large or distributed teams?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: EFS Ultimate offers fine-grained user and group permissions, LDAP/Active Directory support, and audit logging. ### [How is media protected on EFS Ultimate?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: EFS Ultimate safeguards your media with RAID protection, node redundancy, and automated system healing. ### [Is EFS Ultimate compatible with cloud workflows?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: Yes. It integrates with EditShare FLEX Cloud and FLEX Sync. ### [Which creative tools are supported?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: EFS Ultimate supports Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Autodesk applications. ### [How does EFS Ultimate keep long-term costs manageable?](/content/products/efs-ultimate-series/#/index.html) A: The system is modular, so you scale capacity and performance as needed without overbuying. ## Looking For the Ultimate Production Workflows? Experience more power, more speed, and unmatched performance, at an unbeatable price, contact us to find out more. [Start Your Journey with Us – Click Here!](/content/get-started/index.html)