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Avid Knowledge Base – Now Available: Avid NEXIS 2026.6 Release
Now Available: Avid NEXIS 2026.6 Release
The Avid NEXIS 2026.6 update was released today, Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Avid NEXIS 2026.6 is a recommended upgrade focusing on OS modernization, cloud scalability on AWS, and enhanced management visibility.
Here is a highlight of what's in the update:
- Modernize Infrastructure:Supports Rocky Linux and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, aligning with enterprise and cloud OS standards and easing deployments in modern Linux environments.
- Scale Cloud Workflows:AWS Cloud Storage now supports up to 600 active clients, enabling large facilities to expand cloud editing without redesigning infrastructure; Ubuntu 24.04 client support broadens workstation compatibility.
- Improved Management Console:Adds System Status History for trend analysis and incident resolution, plus direct access to Management API documentation to aid automation workflows. API documentation is also now available publicly at https://api.nexis.avid.com/
- PKIX Certificate Support: Enables compliance with enterprise and government security audits by allowing VFS Gateway to use PKIX-compliant certificates, facilitating deployment approvals.
Who Should Upgrade
NEXIS 2026.6 is a recommended upgrade for all Avid NEXIS systems.
Should You Upgrade?
As with any infrastructure update, we advise:
Reviewing the Avid NEXIS ReadMe in full
- If your Running MAC OS Tahoe , hold fire, contact us first.
Confirming compatibility with your existing software stack
Planning updates outside of critical production windows
If you’re unsure whether this patch is right for your environment, our team can help assess your current setup and advise on the best upgrade path.
Need Support?
Altered Images supports Avid shared storage systems across post‑production, broadcast, and creative facilities. If you’d like guidance on applying this update, troubleshooting an existing issue, or reviewing your NEXIS configuration, get in touch with our technical team.
We’ll continue to share key Avid updates as they’re released — helping you keep your workflows stable, secure, and future‑ready.
Stay Informed
For the latest updates, release information, and documentation, please visit the Avid Knowledge Base: Avid NEXIS Documentation and Updates
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