Erisys RF Solutions builds advanced RF capture, processing, and playback systems for aerospace, defense, and wireless spectrum operations. Their hardware suite demands high-speed, reliable, and swappable storage to support real-time, high-bandwidth recording. To meet these needs, Erisys standardized on the ICY DOCK MB699VP-B series (V1/V3), enabling fast, hot-swappable NVMe storage across all platforms.

Erisys Hardware Overview

• SigPro 4000B:
  A compact modular, high-throughput capture, recording and real-time signal processing platform offering up to 1 GHz RF IBW and up to 8 GHz IBW with optional HyperVault. Equipped with four 200 Gb/s QSFP—DD ports, integrated FPGA processing, and expansion-ready architecture.
• FEDS (FPGA Enhanced Development System) :
  A flexible FPGA module for low-latency signal processing and prototyping. Connects via fiber to SigPro systems and RF front-ends, supports hot-swappable NVMe drives, and integrates with Erisys ZoomOut™ digital signal processing software.
• HyperVault :
  A scalable NVMe storage unit with up to 240 TB capacity and 400 GB/s sustained throughput. Built for multi-channel recording, it features hot-swappable SSDs, RAID support, and two 200 GB/s QSFP—DD fiber ports for secure, redundant data handling.

Common Storage Needs

All systems in the suite require:

• Fast NVMe throughput to handle 1 GHz IBW recording
• Hot-swap access to replace drives without downtime
• Compact, serviceable enclosures
• Effective thermal management for 24/7 reliability

The MB699VP-B series provided a consistent answer to Erisys's storage needs:

• PCIe Gen3/4 NVMe performance (64 Gb/s)
  Supports U.2/U.3 NVMe with up to 64 Gb/s per bay via SFF-8612/8643 OCuLink; fully unlocks SSD speed with PCIe 4.0 systems
• Tool-less & swappable drive trays
  Removable U.2/U.3 trays fit into standard 5.25" bays, enabling swift drive swaps during field operations—no tools, no downtime
• Standard 5.25" bay form factor
  Occupies a single half-height optical bay, simplifying integration into Erisys' compact enclosures.
• Rugged, actively cooled full metal build
  Dual adjustable 40x20 mm fans, heavy-duty metal chassis, EMI grounding, and anti-vibration design ensure reliable 24/7 operation in harsh RF environments.

Outcome

With ICY DOCK enclosures, Erisys simplified their hardware design, improved serviceability, and ensured reliable performance for high-throughput signal capture—across every system, from portable recorders to large-scale storage units.