Grass Valley GV STRATUS Installation v.3.1 - Manual (Page 13)

Overview of the GV STRATUS system
GV STRATUS system and server variants
The GV STRATUS server is the primary device that supports GV STRATUS system functionality.
These servers can be configured in a variety of ways to support the workflow requirements of specific
GV STRATUS systems. This topic describes some of the server variants for typical GV STRATUS
systems, as an aid to understanding the scope of GV STRATUS systems in general. Other system
configurations can require server variants not described here. Those other variants are available if
needed to meet unique workflow requirements. Consult with your Grass Valley representative to
determine your needs.
Variants of the GV STRATUS server include the following:
• GV STRATUS Express server — A GV STRATUS server with all the roles necessary for a basic
GV STRATUS system, including the role of Proxy Express Server. The server has larger drives
than other GV STRATUS servers to accommodate the low-resolution proxy media that is stored
on the local server. This server is designed for use on smaller GV STRATUS systems where no
other GV STRATUS servers or proxy systems are present.
• GV STRATUS Core server — A GV STRATUS server that has the role of Core Services on a
system with multiple GV STRATUS servers. The server provides media management
functionality, including the GV STRATUS database and associated software components.
• Proxy server — The GV STRATUS server on an online or production K2 SAN that provides
access to the low-resolution proxy media stored on the SAN. The server has the role of Proxy
K2 SAN Server and SNFS file system client.
• Proxy Storage file system server — The GV STRATUS server on a dedicated Proxy Storage
system that provides access to the low-resolution proxy media stored on the system. The server
has the roles of Proxy Storage Server and SNFS file system server for the Proxy Storage system.
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