Key Information About the « Blackmagic Cloud Pod » Network Storage Gateway
- Instantly transforms your USB?C drives into shared storage via 10G Ethernet for ultra-fast multi-user access.
- Universal sharing via NFS/SMB supporting up to 50 simultaneous connections, ideal for studio and post-production workflows.
- Dedicated HDMI output for real-time monitoring of activity, network throughput, and hardware status.
- Built-in Cloud synchronization with AWS S3 for backup, remote work, and media availability.
A Key Component of the Blackmagic Cloud Ecosystem
The « Blackmagic Cloud Pod » is the most compact solution in the Blackmagic Cloud family, alongside the Cloud Store. Its ?bring your own drive? approach allows you to use your existing USB media while benefiting from a 10G network, without RAID chassis or complex maintenance. It is a simple and powerful gateway to quickly centralize and distribute your media within a team.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Designed for studios, live production control rooms, schools, and creators collaborating across multiple workstations, the Cloud Pod facilitates sharing camera rushes, audio sessions, and projects. Editors, colorists, mixers, and assistants access the same files on the local network with minimal latency, while S3 synchronization secures deliverables and proxies offsite.
Features Designed for Modern Workflows
10G Ethernet, Ready for Multitasking
The 10G interface provides sustained high throughput to serve multiple users while maintaining compatibility with 100/1000 BASE?T. NFS and SMB protocols ensure reliable network editing on macOS and Windows.
Real-Time HDMI Monitoring
Connect an HDMI display to view the device name, storage usage, user activity, a memory topogram, and network throughput graphs. The front LED lights up red during read/write operations for instant status reading.
Integrated Cloud and Simplified Management
Native AWS S3 sync, the « Blackmagic Cloud Setup » utility, and « Blackmagic Proxy Generator Lite » streamline configuration, proxy creation, and remote collaboration. Updates and settings are done via USB?C or Ethernet.
Technical Specifications
Connections
- 10G Ethernet Ports: 1 x Ethernet compatible with 100/1000/10G BASE?T.
- USB?C Port: 2 x USB 3.0 (up to 5 Gb/s) for external storage.
- HDMI Monitoring Outputs: 1.
- Computer Interface: Ethernet for shared file access, configuration, and software updates; USB?C for software updates and configuration.
Network and Sharing
- Sharing Protocols: NFS, SMB.
- Computer Connections: up to 50 maximum.
Cloud Synchronization
- Supported Service: Amazon Web Services S3 (synchronization).
Storage
- Type: BYOD (?bring your own drive?).
- External Storage: USB drives.
- File Systems: ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac).
Display and Monitoring
- HDMI Output Standards: 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60.
- Monitoring Screen: device name, storage capacity and usage, Cloud sync status, user activity, hardware status, memory topogram, network throughput graphs.
- Status Indicator: red light strip during write/read operations.
Control and Configuration
- External Control: via USB?C or Ethernet for updates and configuration.
Software and Compatibility
- Included Software: Blackmagic Cloud Setup utility, Blackmagic Proxy Generator Lite.
- Firmware Updates: via Blackmagic Cloud Setup through the USB?C port.
- Operating Systems: macOS 14.3 Sonoma or later; Windows 10 64-bit; Windows 11.
Power and Consumption
- Power Supply: 1 x 60 W DC 12 V external power brick.
- Power Input: 1 x secure 5.5 mm cylindrical connector DC 12 V.
- Typical Consumption: 25 W without external USB drive.
Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 °C.
- Storage Temperature: ?20 to 60 °C.
- Relative Humidity: 0 % to 90 % non-condensing.
Included
- Blackmagic Cloud Pod.
- Universal power supply with locking connector and international adapters.
- Welcome pack with QR code to download the software.
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