Product Updates

The power of Pro Data, now on every platform

With the 1.6 software update, Pro Data brings its full feature set to Windows, and driver/command-line support to Linux. Creative teams can now run zero-copy workflows and open the same project on any platform without re-ingesting or duplicating transfers.

Multi-Reader Sharing and Storage Handoff are fully enabled on Mac and Windows, so projects move seamlessly between systems.

Cross-platform support means you can run each application on the platform it was built for—VFX on Linux, broadcast tools on Windows, finishing on Mac—while keeping your media in place and accessible.

And because every device we ever shipped receives this update, all Pro Data owners will continue to enjoy sustained performance on their devices and gain these capabilities at no additional cost.

Advanced features added to Windows, plus Linux support

With the release of Pro Data 1.6 software, in addition to the core features (always-on encryption, RAID-6 protection, and multiple Containers), more advanced and collaborative features offered on macOS are now enabled across Windows, and driver/command-line support to Linux.
 
  • Multi-Reader Sharing allows multiple systems to access the same storage simultaneously, while ensuring data discipline for the workflow by keeping original assets read-only.
  • Storage Handoff enables entire projects to be moved seamlessly between systems and platforms, keeping every stage of production in sync.

Installation Guides

We acknowledge that the Windows and Linux hardware ecosystem is incredibly diverse, and we want to offer a few tips and guidelines to ensure a smooth experience.
 
HP laptop, Mac desktop, and Mac Book connected to two sets of Pro Data hard drives.

One Device. Three OSes. Zero Copies.

With Pro Data 1.6 software, you no longer have to copy data back and forth when switching platforms. Your data lives in one place and is ready to work on from all connected computers.
 
Productions can waste hours, and pay to copy media twice or more. With full Windows and Linux support, Pro Data becomes the single source of truth. Teams simply plug into the same data pool, collaborate securely without having to reconfigure encryption, and finish without the shuttle-copy-re-ingest routine. Open the project on Pro Data and get straight to work at Thunderbolt speed, no matter what system you plug into.
 

Cross-Platform Production and Post Workflows

Pro Data 1.6 software unlocks new possibilities by letting you use the best tools on their native platforms. Instead of forcing your workflow to fit one OS, you can now optimize for the software you’ve already invested in:
 
  • Dailies: Ingest dailies on macOS and hand them off to Windows or Linux PCs for transcoding. Run Colorfront on Windows or Mac with encrypted portability, powering secure dailies workflows wherever you are.
  • VFX & Compositing: Move seamlessly between Windows-based VFX pipelines and Linux-based render farms. Build flexible shared storage workflows for Nuke, Maya, and Houdini on Linux.
  • Broadcast: Run Windows-first applications like Edius, vMix, and Ross Xpression natively, with encrypted and fast storage on Pro Data.
  • Virtual Production & VR: Enable fluid, low-latency collaboration. Unreal Engine clusters, Disguise, and Notch benefit from Windows optimization while sharing the same project pool.
  • Finishing & Color: Start projects in the field on a Mac laptop and finish on your Baselight or Flame system on Windows or Linux at the studio.
 
By bridging these environments, Pro Data makes it possible to keep projects fluid across production, post, broadcast, VFX, animation, and live workflows—all without wasting time on re-ingest.

Sustained throughput while encrypted and RAID-protected

At the core of Pro Data is iodyne’s sustained throughput and its practical application in real-life workflow challenges. Unlike typical burst speeds that degrade under heavy loads, Pro Data maintains consistent high performance across every read and write operation, even when multiple users and systems are accessing the storage at the same time.
 
  • Collaboration stays smooth, with no slowdowns for multi-user or multi-system workflows.
  • Performance can be further amplified with Thunderbolt multipathing.
  • Always-on encryption and RAID-6 protection do not compromise speed.
 
For multi-OS workflows, that means faster ingest, quicker transcodes, and real-time playback without waiting for renders or proxies. Teams enjoy measurable time savings, higher efficiency, ultimate security, and seamless collaboration across Mac, Windows, and Linux without interruptions or bottlenecks.
 

Software and Firmware Updates That Extend the Value of Your Investment

With the 1.6 software release, Pro Data hardware receives key updates that enhance reliability, performance, and cross-platform compatibility. These free improvements allow every Pro Data owner—even those who already own a Pro Data—to take full advantage of the latest features. This is a part of iodyne’s commitment to building products with long-term quality, durability, and value, ensuring your storage provides multi-year investment protection, and continues to meet the demands of your evolving creative workflows.
 

LET’s DO THE MATH TOGETHER

We will sit down with you to design a solution that solves real-world problems, and calculate how much time and budget you can save by bringing Pro Data into your setup.

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