The Apple Xsan is optimized for Macs and Mac servers with OS X version 10.5 or later. It can be interfaced using multiple Intel or PowerPC G5 processors. This provides limitations as far as the diversity of computers within your network.

The Xsan is also designed specifically for fibre channel, which will give you a very fast connection for your Final Cut pro users. Unfortunately, fibre channel is quite expensive and more difficult to customize. You will also need to add several Gigabytes of RAM to your computer, as well as an Apple fibre channel card, to keep your system operating at necessary speeds.

Small Tree Ethernet is available for Macs running OS X version 10.4.11 or later. This ethernet based shared storage solution is compatible with Mac Pro, Intel Xserve, and Power Mac G4/G5 systems. This allows you to interface older systems with newer technology, providing a cost-effective, optimized network.

Ethernet based shared storage is a fraction of the cost of Xsan shared storage, and Gigabit and 10Gb Ethernet devices are inexpensive and easy to customize. You can utilize Small Tree's tunable Network Interface Card drivers to adjust bandwidth and latency reduction to fit your company's needs. Gigabit switches provide a series of connections and information regarding network operation. This Ethernet can also be stacked to enhance transfer speeds, link aggregation, and other capabilities.

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