The K2 Summit/Solo system is a cost-effective broadcast enterprise server that incorporates IT server platform and storage technologies to deliver a networked solution to facilities for ingest, playout, news integration, sports, and media asset management. Each K2 system model is a comprehensive platform that provides a suite of user applications, system tools, and the largest range of third-party interactivity in the industry. The K2 Summit/Solo system is designed for headless operation from a remote control point using Grass Valley control point software. Can also use the Microsoft Windows remote desktop connection application on PC to connect to the K2 system for configuration or administration. The K2 Summit/Solo system is further described in the following topics. Also refer to topics on transmission models for information unique to those products.