In the race to scale AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC), the industry has hit a physical wall. While GPU compute power is exploding, the traditional "Solid" server architecture—where storage is trapped behind a single CPU’s PCIe lanes—has become a massive bottleneck. To solve this, the data center is moving toward Composable Disaggregated Infrastructure (CDI). Today, we are looking at the logic and data flow of the RocketStor 4243AS, a 24-Bay NVMe-oF™ Storage Chassis d

For Composable Disaggregated Infrastructure (CDI), software orchestration effectively serves as the "Brain” of the solution. However, the underlying hardware infrastructure still operates as the "Muscle." For software-defined storage (SDS) and orchestration providers, adding support for new hardware platforms often comes with a steep engineering tax. The RocketStor 4243AS changes that equation. By delivering a 24-bay, NVMe-over-Fabrics target built on industry-standard RoCE

The modern data center is facing a physical crisis. As AI accelerators like the NVIDIA Blackwell or H100/H200 series push Thermal Design Power (TDP) to 700W and beyond, the area immediately surrounding the CPU can quickly become a major hotspot." For AI architects, this creates a catch-22: You need Gen5 NVMe storage as close to the CPU as possible for performance, but the heat in that zone causes instant thermal throttling. The solution is Storage Disaggregation—moving M.2 NV

We’ve established why NVMe is the new virtualization standard and how HighPoint’s PCIe Switching architecture and proven RAID technology can help streamline your upgrade process. In this final part, we’ll map out HighPoint extensive NVMe RAID product portfolio and explain which solution is right for your platform and workload. I. RAID Configuration Support RAID 0 (Striping): Maximum speed for VM scratch disks. Data is distributed evenly across all members of the array. As a r

In our first article, we covered why legacy storage is no longer suitable for modern virtualization workflows. Now, let’s explore how HighPoint’s Hardware-Accelerated NVMe RAID technology provides a seamless upgrade path that transforms existing platforms into high-performance virtualization hosts. The Challenge of Integrating NVMe RAID Motherboard bottlenecks: Limited PCIe lanes reduce aggregate throughput. While conventional server and workstation platforms may provide a fa

Virtualization has become a core component of modern IT infrastructure. However, many organizations are still relying on legacy spindle hard drives or SATA SSDs—architectures that were never designed for today’s data-hungry workloads, to supplement their virtualization platforms. In this first article of our three-part series, we’ll examine why legacy storage media is no longer suitable, and why NVMe is now the essential foundation for virtualization. An Inevitable Transition

For today’s high-demand, data-driven enterprise environments, Edge computing platforms are faced with the following dilemma: How do you scale up data center performance within a constrained physical footprint? From AI inference at the network edge to autonomous vehicular systems, the demand for deterministic speed and hardware resilience is absolute. HighPoint Technologies has addressed this by moving beyond traditional "passthrough" designs. Our Rocket 1600 and 7600 Series a

In the race to scale computing power for AI/ML, HPC, and data-intensive workloads, one architectural bottleneck continues to constrain even the most advanced systems: PCIe lane availability.While traditional CPU-based lane bifurcation offers limited expansion, HighPoint Technologies has engineered a superior, scalable solution —Rocket1600 Series PCIe Gen5 Switch Adapters. By directly integrating Broadcom’s PEX89048 48-lane PCIe Gen5 switch IC, Rocket1600 series adapters can p

The modern data center is facing a physical crisis. As AI accelerators like the NVIDIA Blackwell or H100/H200 series push Thermal Design Power (TDP) to 700W and beyond, the area immediately surrounding the CPU can quickly become a major hotspot." For AI architects, this creates a catch-22: You need Gen5 NVMe storage as close to the CPU as possible for performance, but the heat in that zone causes instant thermal throttling. The solution is Storage Disaggregation—moving M.2 NV

HighPoint’s RocketStor 4243AS CDI Hardware platform is a chameleon of the storage world. Because it is powered by the Western Digital RapidFlex™ C2000, it doesn’t force you into a single networking silo. You have a choice: the universal compatibility of NVMe/TCP or the extreme, low-latency power of NVMe/RoCE v2. But which one is right for your specific rack? 1. NVMe/TCP: The "Standard Ethernet" Powerhouse If you want to move to disaggregated storage without rewiring your enti

In the modern data center, NVMe SSDs are the gold standard for performance. They are lightning-fast, dense, and increasingly affordable. However, there is a hidden crisis in traditional server architecture that is costing enterprises millions: Stranded Capacity. The Problem: The "Silo" Trap Traditionally, NVMe drives are installed directly into a server (Direct Attached Storage, or DAS). This creates a rigid 1-to-1 relationship between compute and storage. If Server A i

The architecture behind a RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) solution directly shapes its performance capabilities—especially in the era of NVMe storage, where maximum throughput and the mitigation of latency define competitive advantage. With workloads spanning AI/ML, HPC, data analytics, and high-resolution media, the industry now differentiates between Traditional Hardware RAID and Hardware-Accelerated NVMe RAID (also known as Hardware-Switched RAID or Hardware-A

For modern computing platforms, especially those tasked with hosting demanding AI, ML and HPC applications, PCIe connectivity defines scalability. In this regard, HighPoint’s PCIe Switch Adapters are true stand-outs for their simplicity and universality - despite supporting advanced Broadcom PEX88048 (Gen4) and PEX89048 (Gen5) switch chipsets, these adapters require no dedicated device driver to perform optimally in a modern Windows OS or Linux Distribution. Foregoing a devic

For years, IT architects have been locked in a "chassis-first" mindset. If you needed more GPU power, your best option was to upgrade to a new server. This led to stranded resources , where high-end CPUs sat idle because the internal PCIe slots were full or the power supply couldn't handle another H100 or RTX 5090 GPU. The era of Composable/Disaggregated Infrastructure (CDI) is changing the game. By moving GPUs out of the server and into dedicated external enclosures, you un

For data intensive AI/ML training workloads and high-performance computing (HPC), the limited number of PCI Express (PCIe) lanes provided by the host CPU has long been a source of performance bottlenecks. Once a system’s PCIe slots are fully utilized, performance scaling typically comes to a standstill. HighPoint Technologies groundbreaking PCIe Switch Adapters are engineered to eliminate such bottlenecks, and can transform a single PCIe x16 slot into a powerful high-speed ex

In an era where supply chain integrity and regulatory compliance are paramount, HighPoint is proud to announce the availability of TAA-compliant models within our industry-leading PCIe Switching and NVMe storage product lines. Government agencies and enterprise organizations face stricter procurement requirements—such as the Trade Agreements Act (TAA). HighPoint is committed to meeting these demands, providing the same breakthrough performance and reliability our customers ex

HighPoint Technologies continues to redefine what is possible with single-AIC NVMe storage expansion with the launch of the RocketAIC 7749M2W-A128T0-13 , the industry’s most compact, turn-key 128TB NVMe AIC storage drive. Designed for data-intensive workloads, this single add-in card solution delivers massive capacity, exceptional bandwidth, and seamless deployment across professional workstations and servers. What Is the RocketAIC 7749M2W-A128T0-13? The RocketAIC 7749M2W-A12

The HighPoint Rocket 7638D is a revolutionary external Gen5 PCIe Expansion Adapter engineered to eliminate one of the most critical performance barriers in modern AI, ML, and data-intensive computing — data starvation . The Rocket 7638D innovative hardware architecture leverages PCIe switching technology to establish a direct data path between GPUs and NVMe storage and eliminate CPU related bottlenecks. The pathway provides x16 lanes of dedicated Gen5 bandwidth and allows NV

For most, an External Accelerator Enclosure is a long-term investment. Choosing then deploying the right enclosure can have a dramatic impact on high-compute workflows, delivering the performance and reliability you need to fully exercise of your high-value Gen5 accelerator cards. The Checklist While many enclosure products claim Gen5 support, few can deliver on the three critical areas required for maximum performance: Bandwidth Reliability, Sustained Power, and Physical Co

For enterprise architects and solution providers, investing in proprietary, closed-loop solutions is a risk that compromises long-term flexibility and scalability. And in regards to external PCIe Gen5 connectivity, the PCI-SIG CopprLink standard is the only reliable path forward. HighPoint’s Rocket 7634D is engineered around this standard, positioning it not just as a PCIe expansion card, but as an Expansion Hub for your target platform’s external PCIe Ge n5 Ecosystem. The