Introducing the New EFS Ultimate Stack

Q: What is the difference between Ultimate EFS NVMe, NVMe Lite, and Hybrid?

Ultimate EFS NVMe is the flagship node for finishing and uncompressed workflows. NVMe Lite brings NVMe performance to smaller teams at lower cost. Hybrid combines NVMe and HDD in one node, offering speed for UHD finishing and large capacity for compressed workflows.

Q: Why choose a Hybrid node instead of all-NVMe?

Hybrid nodes are ideal when both speed and capacity are needed. NVMe tiers handle finishing and high-resolution work, while HDD tiers store compressed media, proxies, and archives. This balances performance and cost in one system.

Q: Can I mix different Ultimate EFS nodes in one cluster?

Yes. The EFS file system allows NVMe, NVMe Lite, Hybrid, and HDD-only nodes to be mixed in one namespace. This gives you flexibility to design storage pools for different workflow needs without separate silos.

Q: Do the Ultimate EFS nodes support remote collaboration?

Yes. Each Ultimate EFS node includes EFS Native Client for low-latency connections and integrates with EditShare Swift Link and ZeroTier VPN. Editors and producers can securely access media, projects, and proxies from anywhere.

Q: How scalable is the Ultimate EFS Series?

Nodes can be deployed standalone or clustered. Bandwidth scales linearly as you add nodes, and capacity can grow from tens of terabytes to multiple petabytes under a single namespace.

Q: What creative tools integrate with Ultimate EFS?

EFS integrates with Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, and DaVinci Resolve through native panels and project sharing. FLOW is included for asset management, proxy workflows, ingest, and automation.

New Storage Nodes built to handle everything from finishing workflows to hybrid infrastructures.

Modern production demands faster throughput, bigger capacities, and the flexibility to shift between finishing workflows and everyday editorial. From 8K HDR to high-volume broadcast and VFX, storage can’t be the bottleneck. The Ultimate EFS Series now includes three new storage nodes: NVMe, NVMe Lite, and Hybrid, each built on the same file system and designed to deliver unmatched speed, scalability, and collaboration.

Choose Your Power

Ultimate EFS NVMe

The flagship. Extreme bandwidth for finishing and uncompressed, file-per-frame workflows. Cluster up to 3 nodes for over 40GB/s aggregate read performance without sacrificing reliability.

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Ultimate EFS NVMe Lite

All the NVMe speed in a cost-optimized 2U, 8-drive system. Delivers 14GB/s per node and is ideal for boutique post, VFX, and facilities that want high performance at a lower entry point.

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Ultimate EFS Hybrid

A single chassis combining NVMe and HDD tiers. Use NVMe for finishing and HDD for compressed workflows and capacity. Perfect for teams that need both speed and storage in one system.

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Ultimate EFS NVMe: Relentless Performance

Engineered for the most demanding finishing and uncompressed workflows, Ultimate EFS NVMe delivers extreme bandwidth and enterprise resilience at scale.

Built for the heaviest media demands: UHD, HDR, multi-cam live ingest.
Aggregate read performance in excess of 40GB/s in an XOR-protected cluster.
Powered by the EFS Native Client for ultra-low latency connections.
Includes FLOW, Automation, ARK, and Swift Sync software for end-to-end workflow support.

Ultimate EFS NVMe Lite: NVMe for Everyone

Designed for smaller facilities and budgets, Ultimate EFS NVMe Lite makes true NVMe performance accessible without compromise on speed or scalability.

Compact 2U, 8-drive node delivering 14GB/s throughput.
Lower entry cost while keeping true NVMe speed.
Scales to 8 nodes with linear bandwidth growth.
Includes FLOW, Automation, ARK, Swift Link, and Guardian analytics software.

Ultimate EFS Hybrid: The Future of Versatility

By combining NVMe and HDD in a single node, Ultimate EFS Hybrid offers both the speed for finishing and the capacity for high-volume compressed workflows.

Up to 122TB NVMe + 192TB HDD in a single 2U chassis.
NVMe for finishing workflows, HDD for capacity and compressed media.
Perfect for UHD editorial, broadcast, and hybrid workflows.
Designed for energy efficiency and long-term scalability.

Workflow Integration

Every Ultimate EFS system comes bundled with the EditShare ecosystem:

FLOW* for ingest, search, proxy editing, and automation.
ARK* for archive and backup with always-online proxies.
Swift Link + ZeroTierVPN for remote workflows.
Guardian + Auditing for analytics and security monitoring.
Native panels for Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve keep editors working without leaving their timeline, while Avid editors benefit from tight project and bin sharing directly on EditShare storage.

*FLOW and ARK hardware not included

Reliabilty Built In

Trusted by broadcasters, studios, newsrooms, and creative teams worldwide, EditShare storage powers workflows from ingest to archive.

EFS auditing and analytics deliver peace of mind in an era of rising cyber risks, while our ecosystem scales with your needs, from single-node boutique setups to enterprise clusters.

Product	Throughput	NVMe Capacity	HDD Capacity	Best For	Scalability
Ultimate EFS NVMe 24-drive, 2U NVMe node Download Datasheet	24 GB/s+ per node In excess of 40 GB/s (cluster of 3)	184 / 368 / 737 TB raw 161 / 322 / 645 TB usable	—	Finishing, file-per-frame, high-end VFX	Unlimited scalability with direct parallel access
Ultimate EFS NVMe Lite 8-drive, 2U NVMe node Download Datasheet	14 GB/s per node In excess of 28 GB/s (3-node XOR group)	30 / 61 / 122 TB raw 26 / 53 / 107 TB usable	—	Boutique post, VFX, cost-optimized NVMe	Up to 8 nodes, linear bandwidth growth
Ultimate EFS Hybrid NVMe + HDD in one 2U node Download Datasheet	9 GB/s NVMe tier HDD for compressed workflows	15 / 30 / 61 / 122 TB raw 11 / 23 / 46 / 92 TB usable	192 TB raw 144 TB usable	UHD finishing + large compressed storage	Expand NVMe tier; pair with NL for offloading content

About Ultimate EFS Solutions

Ultimate EFS isn’t just about new nodes, it’s a complete family of high-performance shared storage solutions built for every stage of media production. From boutique post houses to enterprise broadcasters, every EFS system runs on the same proven file system and connects to the same ecosystem of tools, including FLOW for asset management, ARK for archive, and the EFS Native Client for ultra-low-latency access across Mac, Windows, and Linux. The range is designed to scale and adapt. Mix NVMe, HDD, Hybrid, and Field Units in a single workflow, all managed under one namespace. Capture media on location with a Field Unit, sync it securely back to headquarters, and finish on high-bandwidth NVMe nodes, all with the same collaborative toolset.

With Ultimate EFS, you can start small and grow with confidence. Automation, real-time monitoring, security auditing, and cloud connectivity are built in, giving creative teams the freedom to focus on production while infrastructure scales in the background.

What is the difference between Ultimate EFS NVMe, NVMe Lite, and Hybrid?

Ultimate EFS NVMe is the flagship high-performance storage node designed for finishing and uncompressed workflows. NVMe Lite offers the same technology at smaller capacities and lower cost, making it ideal for boutique post and VFX teams. Hybrid combines NVMe and HDD in one node, giving you both speed for UHD finishing and large capacity for compressed workflows.

Introducing The New Ultimate EFS Stack