RedNet A8R vs RedNet D16R MkII
The RedNet A8R costs about $200 more than the RedNet D16R MkII, and the RedNet D16R MkII is the one that keeps BNC.
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RedNet D16R MkII| Spec | RedNet A8R | RedNet D16R MkII |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 5.1 lbs | 6.2 lbs |
| Power draw | 20W | 25W |
| Depth | 235 mm | 235 mm |
| I/O count | 5 | 9 |
| Price | ~$3,000 | ~$2,800 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
RedNet A8R
Nothing the RedNet D16R MkII doesn't also have.
RedNet D16R MkII
- BNC
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerFree, no sign-up. Both units are in the catalog.