Blackmagic Design Cloud Store Mini Rackmount Flash Storage Solution, 16TB

The Blackmagic Design Cloud Store Mini Rackmount Flash Storage Solution, 16TB, offers a rapid network storage solution in a small rack-mount design. With a high-speed 10G Ethernet connection and four internal M.2 flash memory cards operating in parallel RAID 0, it ensures quick file access. Even with multiple users accessing files concurrently, it maintains its high speed.

Tailored for Film and Television
The Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini offers an ideal network storage solution for various purposes! Particularly suitable for the film and television industry, it facilitates the sharing of large media files among multiple users for tasks like editing, color correction, audio post, and VFX work. It can effortlessly handle massive 12K Blackmagic RAW digital cinema files while ensuring each user experiences zero latency without the need to store files on their local computer. This setup is especially beneficial for DaVinci Resolve users! By utilizing Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive sync, multiple disks in different global locations can be synchronized, enhancing the editing process for each location. This synchronization is crucial for multicam editing scenarios where multiple media files need to be played simultaneously.

Compact and Silent Design
The Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini boasts a portable rack-mount design that is not only compact but also operates quietly. Internally, it houses an array of 4 flash memory cards working in parallel to boost speed. The 10G Ethernet port and the 1G Ethernet port function as a 2-port network switch, making it convenient for users without a 10G Ethernet network. You can connect the 10G port directly to your computer and the 1G port to your existing network. For quick file access, the USB-C port can also serve as a network connection by simply plugging it into your computer. Additionally, it features an HDMI monitoring output for live monitoring of the storage activity on a TV or monitor.

Flash Memory for Multiple Users
Available in 8TB or 16TB models, the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini provides ample space for your files. Perfect for television production, it strikes a balance between portability and storage capacity for video media content. The use of M.2 flash memory cards ensures extreme reliability, high access speeds, and zero seek times. These four M.2 cards operate in a parallel RAID 0 group, allowing for faster performance compared to a single card. This setup guarantees sufficient speed to keep up with the 10G Ethernet connection. Moreover, as new, larger M.2 cards become available in the future, the flash memory cards can be replaced, extending the device's lifespan.

Exceptional Performance for Digital Film Files
Equipped with a dedicated high-speed 10G Ethernet connection, the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini delivers outstanding performance. The internal memory core is designed to maximize the speed of the 10G Ethernet port, even with multiple users connected simultaneously. The system's low latency file access ensures swift responsiveness, thanks to the parallel processing employed by the memory core. Despite its high speed, the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini operates quietly, with minimal cooling fan noise, even when handling large 12K digital film RAW files. Its exceptional speed ensures smooth multicam editing, even with large digital film camera files!

Syncing with Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, or Google Drive
You now have the option to create a local cache of your Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive files! This setup boosts work efficiency because files become instantly accessible without the need for internet downloads. The Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini continuously syncs to keep everything updated. By transferring cached Dropbox and Google Drive files to the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini, you can save computer space and allow network-wide sharing. Furthermore, syncing multiple Blackmagic Cloud Store Minis via Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive enables seamless collaboration across different locations without latency issues, as everyone has a local file copy. Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive also serve as excellent backup solutions.

Global File Distribution
Utilize Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive sync support to share files globally using multiple Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini units. This is crucial when dealing with large datasets or massive digital film and video files that are frequently accessed. Standard internet connections are too slow to handle such high traffic, making remote file access challenging. However, syncing the files to local storage eliminates delays in access, as each network user possesses a local file copy. The Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini ensures continuous file syncing, even when your computer is powered off.

Real-Time Monitoring
One of the most exciting features is the HDMI monitoring output! Simply connect a TV or computer monitor to view live status updates of the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini. The storage map provides a graphical representation of the memory core, showcasing real-time read and write access for connected users. Watching this display is quite mesmerizing! Additionally, graphs display data transfers on the Ethernet connections, while the main space indicator details memory core capacity and current usage. You can even personalize the store with a custom name. The status of each Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive connection is visible, alongside connected users and power supply status.

High-Performance 10G Ethernet
Equipped with a high-speed 10G Ethernet port, the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini offers enhanced performance usually found in expensive workstation computers. With 10G Ethernet, you enjoy speeds ten times faster than regular Ethernet, and most computers can be upgraded to support 10G Ethernet. The Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini optimally utilizes the 10G Ethernet port, even when multiple users access files simultaneously through an Ethernet switch. The port boasts low latency for swift access times. Additionally, a separate 1G Ethernet port and Ethernet on the USB-C port are available, ensuring the fast 10G Ethernet port remains accessible for quicker computer connectivity.

Connect Seamlessly with USB-C for Quick File Access
Modern laptops are becoming increasingly slim, often omitting Ethernet ports. As a result, an adapter is required to link to an Ethernet network, which can be inconvenient and hinders direct access to files. The Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini simplifies this with a built-in USB-C to Ethernet adapter. Just connect your computer to the store via the USB-C port for swift file retrieval. Additionally, USB-C cables offer a more flexible alternative to traditional Ethernet cables, enhancing user experience.

Durable Design for Extended Usage
The repair-friendly design of the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini allows qualified IT technicians to easily replace components. Its single PCB design connects to four memory cards and the AC power supply, enabling straightforward maintenance. The Blackmagic OS incorporated in the device ensures data reliability by applying wear leveling to prevent excessive writes on each M.2 card. Any card issues can be monitored through the utility and HDMI monitor output. Furthermore, future upgrades are possible as new and larger M.2 flash memory cards become available, thanks to the device's compatibility with the open standard.

No Ongoing Fees
The Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini offers the convenience of private storage without the need for subscriptions or monthly fees. Users retain full control over their data with no tracking or licensing costs. Maintenance is hassle-free, as the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini utilizes a free software utility compatible with Mac and Windows for managing storage settings. This setup allows for a secure, offline network that meets stringent security standards prohibiting external internet connections. Experience performance, mobility, and autonomy with the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini.

Free Software Utility for Mac and Windows
When it comes to adjusting settings, you have access to the Blackmagic Cloud Store utility on both Mac and Windows platforms. By default, the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini is configured for DHCP, enabling you to link it to your network and commence file transfers. In many aspects, it functions similarly to a standard hard disk, making setup a breeze without the need for an IT specialist! If you wish to personalize your network, the utility software provides options to modify the network settings within the Cloud Store. Additionally, the utility allows you to include sync folders for Blackmagic Cloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive.

Optimal Multi-Camera Video Workflow
Achieve top-notch video workflows by recording from a HyperDeck Studio directly into the Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini. Simply connect the HyperDeck Studio to the 1G Ethernet port, while the 10G Ethernet port can be linked to a high-speed network for multiple DaVinci Resolve workstations to edit the recorded media. DaVinci Resolve, available as a free download, enables editing and color correction of camera files. With a variety of HyperDeck Studio recorders available, they serve as a perfect bridge between the broadcast video domain and the file-based world utilized by editing software. Once the files are captured, DaVinci Resolve facilitates immediate editing.

Technical Specifications

10G Ethernet Ports
1 x Ethernet 100/1000/10G BASE-T
1G Ethernet Ports
1 x 100/1000 BASE-T
USB-C Port
1 x USB 3.0 (up to 5Gb/s). Supports Ethernet Over USB
HDMI Monitor Outputs
1
Computer Interface
USB-C or Ethernet for shared file access, configuration and software updates.
File Sharing Protocol
SMB
Computer Connections
50 max.
Compatible Services
Dropbox
Google Drive
Storage Type
M.2 NVMe SSD
Total Capacity
16TB
HDMI Monitor Out Standards
1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
Monitor Out Displays
Device Name, storage capacity and use, Cloud Sync status, User Activity, Hardware Status, storage map, network data rate graph.
Status Indicator
Front panel LED illuminates white indicating normal operation or red indicating disk fault.
External Control
USB-C or Ethernet for configuration and software updates.
Software Included
Blackmagic Cloud Setup Utility
Blackmagic Proxy Generator Lite
Internal software upgrade via Blackmagic Cloud Setup using USB-C port.
Operating Systems
Mac 14.3 Sonoma or later.

Windows 10, 64-bit.
Windows 11.
Power Supply
Internal 100 - 240V AC 50/60Hz with IEC C14 mains input.
Power Inputs
1 x IEC C14 mains input.
1 x 12V DC locking 5.5 mm barrel connector.
Power Usage
35W
Physical Specifications
Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini 16TB
Operating Temperature
0° to 40° C (32°to 104° F)
Storage Temperature
-20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
Relative Humidity
0% to 90% non-condensing
What's Included
Blackmagic Cloud Store Mini 16TB
Welcome wallet with QR code for software download
Warranty
12 Month Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.