Fusion™ F3. This versatile hardware RAID storage system encloses a pair of high-performance 3.5" SATA RAID drives in a stylish aluminum and steel case that fits equally well in recording studios, high-end A/V racks, and desktop or portable video editing systems. Available in 1TB, 2TB and 3TB configurations, the F3 has all the features demanded by audio and video professionals—high throughput performance, rugged design, and quiet operation—plus the flexibility of a quad interface and the convenience of an integrated universal power supply. Fusion F3 features the look, feel, and accessibility of a high-end A/V system component; the reliability and performance of a professional RAID storage system; and the flexibility, durability, and package of a portable unit.

Hardware RAID: Fusion F3 supports fast (RAID 0), safe (RAID 1), and JBOD (Just a Bunch of Disks) configurations. RAID configuration is OS independent, so the F3 can be connected directly to an audio editing/mixing interface (and other devices that support the feature) via FireWire interface without requiring a computer to link the storage system and device.

Quad Interface: An eSATA interface is included for maximum speed; FireWire 800 for medium speed; and FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 for flexibility. Just a single data cable is required to connect Fusion F3.

Speed: With its drives initialized as a RAID 0 array and the system connected via eSATA, Fusion F3 can sustain read/write transfer rates of 200 MB/sec, fast enough for multiple streams of compressed video editing.

Quiet: Two thermally controlled fans move the same air volume as a single fan, but with nearly undetectable noise. The drives themselves are the only thing you’ll hear.

Integrated Power: There is no external brick to dangle or come unplugged.

Rugged and Reliable: The rugged aluminum and steel case with internal shock isolation is designed to withstand rough handling. Mounted side-by-side, each of Fusion F3’s drives is individually shock-isolated, virtually eliminating cross-coupled
vibration—a potential source of soft-error-induced skipped frames in video capture and playback. Dual temperature-controlled fans with automatic failover help ensure system reliability.

Elegant Industrial Design: Fusion F3’s attractive milled aluminum faceplate and metal controls lend it the appearance of an audiophile component. Blue LED indicators, which may be dimmed for darkened A/V installations, dance with activity.

Rack-Mountable: Fusion F3 systems may be stacked on a flat surface, or stood on edge with the included stand. One or two systems side-by-side may be installed in a standard rack with the optional rackmount kit. The F3 is 1U high (1.75"), half-rack wide (8.5"), and only 14.25" deep. Front mounted power and drive configuration switches, as well as indicators for drive activity, drive and fan fault, and power, are perfect for rack accessibility.