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RocketStor 4243AS: The Entry-Point to NVMe-over-Fabrics
Eliminating Cost Barriers for the Software-Defined Enterprise
The RocketStor 4243AS is HighPoint’s premier Entry-Level NVMe-oF Storage Solution, designed to bring the power of Composable Disaggregated Infrastructure (CDI) to the wider industry. By removing the "Enterprise Tax" and high-budget hurdles associated with complex, over-engineered multi-controller arrays, the RS4243AS makes high-density, Fabric-Attached Block Storage accessible to mid-market enterprises, regional AI pods, and media production houses.
Disaggregated Server Storage - Redefined
Hardware-Accelerated Fabric Offload (WDC RapidFlex™ C2000)
At the heart of the RocketStor 4243AS is the Western Digital RapidFlex™ C2000, a dedicated NVMe-oF Fabric Bridge that transforms the storage enclosure into a high-performance network target.
Near-Zero Target Overhead: Unlike software-defined targets that consume massive CPU cycles to manage network traffic, the C2000 offloads the entire NVMe-oF protocol stack to dedicated silicon. This ensures the RS4243AS delivers consistent 100GbE line-rate performance without taxing the enclosure's management resources.
120-Host Connectivity: Consolidate your storage and serve up to 120 independent host initiators simultaneously. The C2000 manages these virtual controllers in hardware, providing seamless multi-tenant access without protocol bottlenecks.
Transparent Hardware Bridge: The RS4243AS functions as a pure hardware bridge, presenting remote NVMe storage to the network with the same simplicity and speed as locally attached drives.
Unmatched Fabric Flexibility: RoCE v2 or TCP
The RocketStor 4243AS is designed to adapt to your existing infrastructure while providing a clear path for future performance upgrades.
NVMe/TCP (Standard Ethernet): Deploy instantly over your current standard Ethernet network. Experience the benefits of disaggregated storage with zero specialized hardware and maximum compatibility across your existing switch fabric.
NVMe/RoCE v2 (RDMA): For workloads requiring sub-microsecond latency—such as AI/ML training and 8K video editing—leverage RoCE v2 to achieve "wire-speed" performance.
Note: Maximum RDMA performance requires a RoCE-capable SmartNIC on the host initiator.
Green Power & Thermal Reliability: Optimized for Efficiency
The RS4243AS is engineered for the "Green" data center, where every watt of power and every degree of heat matters.
"Lane-per-Drive" Architecture: Utilizing the HighPoint R1528D PCIe Switch, the RS4243AS allocates a dedicated Gen4 x1 lane to each of the 24 NVMe bays. This provides ~45GB/s of internal bandwidth—perfectly saturating the Dual 100GbE network interface (~25GB/s)—without generating the massive heat of an over-provisioned 96-lane configuration.
Reduced Thermal Load: Running 24 lanes instead of 96 significantly lowers the internal temperature of the chassis, protecting your NVMe media from thermal throttling and extending hardware lifespan (MTBF).
Operational Savings: A cooler-running system requires less active cooling, directly reducing your monthly electricity and facility cooling costs.
The "Zero-Constraint" Hardware Bridge
The RS4243AS offers a level of simplicity and open-standard compatibility that software-heavy arrays cannot match.
No Drivers, No Constraints: Natively supported by any OS with an NVMe-oF initiator (Linux, Windows Server 2025, VMware).
RedFish
Open Management: Utilize the integrated ARM-based BMC and native Redfish® API for seamless, out-of-band (OOB) integration into your existing orchestration and monitoring dashboards.
True BYOD (Bring Your Own Drive) Freedom
Escape vendor lock-in and high-margin proprietary drives. The RS4243AS is a True Open Platform:
Vendor Agnostic: Mix and match U.2/U.3 SSDs from Samsung, Micron, Sandisk, or Solidigm based on your specific workload and budget requirements.
Target Industry Solutions
Collaborative 4K/8K Video Scratch Space for high-speed post-production.
High-efficiency block storage for Post-VMware / Proxmox migrations and SDS nodes.
High-speed data ingestion and "Fast Buffer" storage for regional AI pods with limited power/cooling envelopes.
Explore the RocketStor 4243AS
Specialized NVMe-oF Hardware for RoCE & TCP Workflows
(1) 2U Rack Mount Chassis
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Industry standard form factor
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Designed for Industrial/Enterprise deployment
(2) 24 Independent Drive bays
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Industry standard 2.5" form factor
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Designed for U.2 NVMe storage media
(1) Integrated Storage Adapter
HighPoint Rocket 1528D Switch Adapter
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Allocates x1 dedicated lanes to each 2.5" drive bay
Intelligent Firmare Layer
Monitors hardware telemtery in real-time:
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power consumption
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drive status
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host connection status
(3) Remote Management port
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OOB, BMC, Redfish
(2) Integrated NVMe over Fabric Controller
WDC RapidFlex C2000 Fabric Bridge Adapter
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2x 100 GbE ports - Dual 100GbE Line-Rate Connectivity
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Hardware-Accelerated NVMe-oF Offload
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RoCE & TCP Workflows
Forging Strategic Partnerships: Your Software. Our Liquid Hardware.
HighPoint is actively seeking collaboration with Software-Defined Storage (SDS) and CDI Orchestration providers.
Leverage our hardware-accelerated fabric offload to offer your customers disruptive economics and validated performance.
