Quadra Video Server
Pre-configured x86 server optimized for Quadra VPU deployment at scale.
The Quadra Video Server is a fully validated, production-ready server platform designed to run Quadra T1U VPUs at high density with predictable performance, thermal stability and straightforward deployment.
Key Capabilities
- Supports T1U, T1A and T2A VPUs
- Balanced CPU, PCIe, memory and airflow design
- Supports high-throughput H.264, HEVC and AV1 workflows
- Consistent performance across sustained workloads
Where it Fits
- On-prem encoding and transcoding clusters
- Private cloud and regional data centers
- High-density live and VOD processing environments
How it Deploys
- Rack-mount x86 server form factor
- Pre-qualified for Quadra VPU installation
- FFmpeg / GStreamer / Bitstreams
- Designed for predictable thermals and long-running jobs
Common Use Cases
- Replacing CPU-based encoding farms
- Building dedicated Quadra VPU clusters
- Hybrid architectures paired with cloud-based VPUs
- Production rollouts following pilot tests
Bitstreams Preloaded on all Quadra Servers
Bitstreams is a web management tool to simplify live streaming workflows, automate FFmpeg and maximize your VPU’s health and system performance.
Requires annual licensing activation. Learn more >
Specifications
| Architecture | x86 |
| CPU Options |
AMD EPYC™ 7232P Server Processor (8-core) AMD EPYC 7543P Server Processor (32-core) AMD EPYC 7713P Server Processor (64-core) |
| Operating System | Ubuntu 20.04.05 LTS |
| Memory | 16x 16GB DDR4-3200 |
| Storage | 400GB M.2 SSD |
| NVMe Support | 10x |
| PCIe Expansion | Up to 3x PCIe slots |
| Network Options | Dual 10GBase-T LAN |
| Power Consumption | ~500W |
| Power Supply |
700W: 100 - 140Vac 750W: 200 - 240Vac 750W: 200 - 240Vdc (CCC only) |
| ASIC Transcoder | 10x Quadra T1U Smart VPUs |
| Encoding Capacity | Up to 20x 8Kp30, 80 4Kp30 or 320x 1080p30 |
| Decoding Capacity | Up to 30x 8Kp30, 120 4Kp30 or 480x 1080p30 |
| Codec Support |
Encode: H.264, HEVC, AV1, JPEG, HEIF, AVIF Decode: H.264, HEVC, JPG, VP9 |
| Software Integration |
FFmpeg, GStreamer, NETINT SDK Preloaded with NETINT Bitstreams™ |
| Physical Dimensions | W: 17.2″ (437mm), H: 1.7″ (43mm), D: 23.5″ (597mm) |
| Rack Size | 1RU |
| Weight | 39 lbs (17.69 kg) fully loaded with 10x T1Us |
| Environmental | 50°F to 95°F operating temp, 8% to 90% operating relative humidity |
| Power Inputs |
100 - 140Vac / 8 - 6V / 50-60Hz 200 - 240Vac / 4.5 - 3.8A / 50-60Hz 200 - 240Vdc / 4.5 - 3.8A (CCC Only) |
| Certifications | RoHS Compliant, UL Approved |
Quadra Work Flow
High-density, high performance.
