Rain Recording ION Quad Core Audio Computer

ION is an advanced, rackmount audio computer designed to give you all the creative freedom your music demands. Tested and certified for optimum performance with your audio software like Pro Tools, Cubase and SONAR, ION invites you to push far beyond the capabilities of a regular computer, adding the tracks, plug-ins and synths that make your projects come to life. Rain's Quiet Cool(TM) Design combines the efficiency of a balanced component architecture and intelligent cooling to eliminate data bottlenecks, prevent heat buildup and create a virtually silent computing experience.

Features
- Designed and tested for use with audio software like Pro Tools, Cubase and SONAR

- 4 space rackmount, laser-etched, all-aluminum chassis

- Engineered for powerful and stable pro audio/video production

- Multiple PCI and PCI Express slots for huge expansion

- Quiet Cool(TM) System Design prevents audio drop-outs, keeps system cool and virtualy silent

Using next generation, quad core technology, ION puts incredible power in your hands plus room to grow through an awesome array of PCI and PCI Express slots for your UAD and Pro Tools HD cards. It's a super power audio platform designed to effortlessly deliver the perfect balance of power and stability so you can concentrate on your music. Stream data at light speed through FireWire, eSATA and USB 2.0 with up to 6 terabytes of high performance internal storage for your audio and video projects. Power your projects with up to 16GB of low latency memory and watch as they transform into a breathtaking visual experience across up to 4 displays. ION gives you what no other computer can - an infinite canvas for your inspiration.

Technical Info

Specifications
Processor: 2.6GHz AMD Phenom II X4 Quad Core Processor (up to 3.4GHz)

Memory: 4GB 1066MHz DDR2 Dual Channel RAM (up to 16GB)

OS Drive: 500GB SATA II 7200RPM High Performance Drive [32MB Cache]

Audio Drive: 500GB SATA II 7200RPM High Performance Drive [32MB Cache]

Total Storage: Up to 6 Terabytes

Optical Drive: StormDrive Dual Layer CD/DVD Writer

USB 2.0: 6 x USB 2.0 Ports

FireWire: 2 x FireWire Ports [TI chipset]

eSATA: 1 x eSATA Port [3Gb/s]

Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 3200 Series Graphics [Dual Display]

Video Connection: 1 x VGA, 1 x DVI, 1 x HDMI

PCI Express: 5 x PCIe Slots

PCI: 2 x PCI Slots [Legacy]

LAN: Gigabit Ethernet

Onboard Audio: 7.1 Channel High Definition Audio

Additional Connections: PS/2, D-sub, S/PDIF, RJ-45

Input: USB Keyboard and Optical Mouse

Construction: Silver, Laser Etched Aluminum 4U Rackmount

Software
Windows Vista Business (x32, x64) tuned by Rain for audio/video, Free XP Pro & Windows 7 Upgrade or Windows XP (x32)

RainZone(TM) Internet Safe Zone

RainCare Restore(TM) Recovery and Backup Solution

Support
RainCare Support (1yr) w/ 30-day Free Audio/Video Support Trial

One Year Limited Hardware Warranty

Available RainCare Encompass(TM) Audio/Video Integration Support and Extended Warranty

Additional Information
UPC: 858328001342

Boxed Weight: 31 lbs

Box Dimensions: 28 x 14 x 24