New Toshiba G6 Recording Servers Bring Trusted Performance Features and Lower Cost of Ownership to IP Video Environments
IRVINE, CA, AUGUST 13, 2014 -- Toshiba Surveillance & IP Video Products, a business unit of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., has taken a major step forward in the realization of fully networked video surveillance with the introduction today of its sixth generation ("G6") of professional-grade hardware recording servers.
With the latest Intel® processors, dual gigabit Ethernet connections, increased memory and new video outputs, Toshiba G6 recorders can support the most demanding hybrid and IP camera environments. Updated configurations, optional SSD drives, and the 64-bit Windows® 7 operating system provide a sound foundation for a wide variety of video surveillance applications ranging from small companies through large IT-managed enterprises.
Key to the recorders' advanced design are their dual gigabit Ethernet connections, an advantage that helps reduce bandwidth consumption by separating the data network from the IP camera network. By dedicating one connection to the IP camera network, video traffic can be segmented from the rest of the data network.
Additionally, by incorporating blazing-fast Intel Haswell® processors, G6 recorders provide the ideal platform for increased memory capacities and a broader range of display outputs, along with enhanced overall system performance and live video rendering. Standard memory on G6 recorders has been doubled to 4GB to help support data-intensive megapixel video applications, while users now have the unprecedented choice of either HDMI, Display Port, DVI or VGA outputs for their large format monitors and 4K displays.
To help mitigate the threat of damage to the recorders' operating system, Toshiba is offering an optional Solid State Drive (SSD) on all G6 models. Because SSD's have no moving parts, their non-mechanical design is far less susceptible to shock, vibration and wear, so they can better protect surveillance data without a loss of performance. This can prove critical in the event the recorder is dropped or where the system is shaken about in a heavy industrial environment while it's operating. An SSD-equipped G6 recorder will also boot in seconds, compared to recorders with HDDs that may require several minutes. Additionally, an SDD will improve recorder performance because it will not fragment data like an HDD, making it inherently faster.
Generation 5 vs Generation 6 Feature Comparison
Features |
Generation 5 |
Generation 6 |
CPU Platform |
Intel "Ivy Bridge" |
Intel "Haswell" |
Standard System Memory |
2GB |
4GB |
Gigabit Ethernet Ports |
1 x Gigabit |
2 x Gigabit |
Display Outputs |
HDMI, DVI-I |
HDMI, Display Port, DVI-D, VGA* |
SSD Option |
NA |
Optional for Operating System |
*only 2 of 4 outputs can be used at the same time
Toshiba G6 Configurations
With updated configurations and system sizes, G6 recorders can meet any video surveillance application, from small to large... to analog, hybrid or full IP.
Model |
XVSV |
XVSE |
DVSE |
IPSE |
NVSPRO |
Channels |
16 |
16 |
8/16/32 |
8/16/32 |
8/16/32/64 |
Hard Drives Slots |
2 Internal |
3 Internal |
4 Removable |
3 Internal |
6 Removable (2U) |
Rack mount Size |
Desktop |
3U |
4U |
3U |
2U, 4U |
The XVSV, XVSE and DVSE are hybrid recorders, capable of supporting both analog and IP cameras. The 8/16/32 channel configurations come with either 2 or 3 internal hard drives or 4 removable hard drives.
The IPSE and NVSPro are network video recorders for pure IP camera applications. The 8/16/32/64 camera configurations come with 3 internal or 6/16 removable hard drives depending on the model.
Low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Perceived higher total cost of ownership (TCO) has prevented many organization from migrating from analog to digital technology. To help reduce TCO, Toshiba G6 recorders allow users to add IP camera channels using SWIP licenses. Unlike traditional licenses, SWIP licenses never expire, nor do they require an annual fee. Plus, because SWIP licenses are not tied to a specific MAC address, swapping out or moving IP cameras is much easier. Toshiba SWIP licenses come in 1/4/8/16/32/64 configurations, allowing customers to purchase the exact number of licenses that they need and NOT having to pay for additional licenses that they don't have a need for.
Software Included
To further improve the value equation, Toshiba G6 recorders come with an advanced software suite for remote management, mobile access, backup viewing and authenticity verification. This suite includes:
For more information, please visit www.toshibasecurity.com.
ABOUT TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of three business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide digital products, services and solutions, including industry-leading portable computers; televisions, TV/DVD Combination products, Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD products, and portable devices; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for computers; and IP business telephone systems with unified communications, collaboration and mobility applications. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. For more information on TAIS visit toshiba.com/us
About Toshiba Corporation
Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products and systems. Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses: digital products, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices, including semiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructure systems, including power generation systems, smart community solutions, medical systems and escalators & elevators; and home appliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 590 consolidated companies, with 206,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 5.8 trillion yen (US$61 billion). Visit Toshiba's web site at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.
