The MiniBank handles up to 70 cameras with 4-8TB of RAID storage supporting VMS from over 30 partners. MiniBanks are easily configured to support larger camera counts of up to 48TB of shared SAN storage with VMS failover protection. It is developed for surveillance projects where virtual servers are included with high-availability shared storage. This eliminates the need for separate physical servers, reducing acquisition and operating costs by up to 40%. The approach also lets users dynamically expand over time without affecting existing infrastructure. Since storage can account for 50 percent of the cost of a video system, the MiniBank is essential for users that need to maximize budget dollars. This highly scalable, integrated server/storage solution provides users with a guarantee that video is accessible when needed.