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Cost-Effective, Expandable RAID Storage Solutions for Personal, Professional and SMB Applications

RocketStor 661x RAID enclosures were designed for individuals, media professional and SMBs in the market for a cost-effective, expandable, high-density storage solution that can be easily integrated into any Thunderbolt™ 3 capable computing platform. RocketStor 661x Series Thunderbolt™ 3 RAID enclosures are capable of supporting any off-the-shelf SAS or SATA hard disk or SSD; any size, class, form factor and performance level. This provides customers with unparalleled flexibility, and the freedom to craft the perfect storage configuration for nearly any application or workflow.

Available with 4 or 8 hot-swappable drive trays capable of supporting either 3.5” or 2.5” storage media, RocketStor 661x series enclosures can easily accommodate 160TB or more storage capacity in a compact tower smaller than your average desktop workstation. Integrated RAID technology enables customers to fine-tune storage configurations to maximize performance, reliability or capacity, and safely expand or convert existing configurations without compromising critical data assets.

Key Features

  • Robust Thunderbolt™ 3 4 & 8-Bay RAID Storage Solutions for Professional, Personal & SMB Applications

  • Dual Thunderbolt™ USB-C Ports deliver 40Gb/s Transfer Performance

  • Daisy Chain support for up to 6 Thunderbolt™ devices, including additional RocketStor 661x Enclosures

  • 8x 2.5"/3.5" Hot-Swappable Drive Bays

  • Integrated RAID Engine supports 0, 1, 5, 10, 50 & JBOD Configurations

  • Easily Expand or Convert Storage Configurations without sacrificing existing data

  • Advanced Cooling System with Adjustable Fan Control

  • Integrated LCD Panel with Real-Time Storage & Temperature Monitoring

  • Comprehensive, User Friendly RAID & Storage Management & Monitoring Suite

  • For Windows, Mac, and Linux

  • Built in Carry Handle for Easy Portability

Rugged, Portable Storage Solution

The ruggedly constructed enclosures utilize a compact tower form factor comprised of a robust, cold-rolled steel core supplemented by an aluminum outer framework and paneling to reduce weight and maximize heat dissipation. Each unit weighs in under ten pounds, dry, and incorporates a frame mounted carrying handle for easy, secure portability.

Industry Proven RAID & Storage Technology

RocketStor 661x Thunderbolt 3 RAID enclosures are powered by HighPoint’s industry proven RAID & Storage technology, and are capable of supporting one more RAID 0, 1, 5,10, 50 arrays, JBOD configurations and single drives. Our RAID technology provides several advantages over purely-software driven RAID solutions:

Online Array Roaming – RocketStor 661x series enclosures support Online Array Roaming, which simplifies storage upgrade and replacement. Customers are free to move the enclosure to any system with Thunderbolt™ 3 connectivity, and can even move the hosted drive media to other HighPoint series enclosures or controllers without having to start from scratch or recover an array. In addition, RocketStor 661x enclosures are also capable of recognizing arrays created with other HighPoint series products, even if drives are moved to different bays/ports.

Enhanced RAID Recovery provides a feature set typically associated with enterprise grade storage solutions, and was designed to streamline service workflows. Unlike client-grades solutions, which typically employ a one-size-fits all approach to RAID recovery (regardless of the storage media or configuration), RocketStor RAID enclosures will dynamically adjust each recovery session to correspond with the specific fault or disk-related failure responsible for the break. The RocketStor driver was engineered to zero in on the problem areas, and will restrict activity to these particular sectors. This can shave countless hours off the expected recovery time, especially for arrays comprised of today's largest 20TB+ hard disks.

Advanced Cooling System Maximizes the Reliability and Performance of Your Storage Investments

Built for professional applications and enterprise grade storage media, RocketStor 661x RAID enclosures are equipped with a highly advanced temperature monitoring and alert system designed to ensure hosted storage media deliver maximum performance and reliability. Two sets of powerful, low-decibel cooling fans – one for the storage media positioned directly behind the drive bays, and a second for the unit’s power supply.

Intelligent, Automated Fan Control: The system operates in a default “Smart” mode, and will dynamically adjust fan speed to keep temperatures in check. Customers that need a more controlled working environment can use the front panel LCD to manually select from four speed settings, including an option to completely disable all four cooling fans. The system can also be controlled via the unit’s software management interface from within the OS.

 

Configurable Temperature Thresholds: The WebGUI and CLI (command line interface) allow administrators to establish temperature thresholds for each hosted SSD or HDD. When a threshold is breeched, the enclosure can be configured to sound the audible alarm, and report the problem via pop-up messages and email notification.

Instant, Real-Time Storage Monitoring & Temperature Management System

RocketStor 661x series Thunderbolt 3 RAID enclosures are equipped with a selection of pro-active monitoring, alert and management features designed to simplify administration in the field. The most prominent feature is the configurable 16x2 backlit LCD screen, which is an integral component of the enclosure’s advanced cooling system. It provides administrators with instant, real-time temperature monitoring and full suite of fan controls. Integrated LED indicators actively monitors the status of hosted storage devices with a simple and intuitive color-coding scheme; Yellow for warning, Red for failure or error, Green for Normal/Optimal.

Specifications

Product feature

RocketStor 6614V

RocketStor 6618V

Description

4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Tower RAID Enclosure

8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Tower RAID Enclosure

Port Type

2x Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C

2x Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C

Number of Drives

4

8

Drive interface

12Gb/s SAS & 6Gb/s SAS/SATA

12Gb/s SAS & 6Gb/s SAS/SATA

Drive Form Factor

3.5"   or 2.5" SSD or HDD

3.5" or 2.5" SSD or HDD

Hot-Plug Support

Yes

Yes

Host Interface

Thunderbolt™ 3 40Gb/s

Thunderbolt™ 3 40Gb/s

Daisy Chain Features

Supports Daisy Chain connections of up to six Thunderbolt™ devices.  Notes: • The Daisy Chain will end if connected to a USB or Display device via USB-C • RAID5 & 6 configurations are not supported by Daisy Chain configurations • For optimal performance, the enclosure should be connected directly to the host’s Thunderbolt™ 3 port

Supports Daisy Chain connections of up to six Thunderbolt™ devices. Notes: • The Daisy Chain will end if connected to a USB or Display device via USB-C • RAID5 & 6 configurations are not supported by Daisy Chain configurations • For optimal performance, the enclosure should be connected directly to the host’s Thunderbolt™ 3 port

Power supply

250W Internal Power Supply; AC INPUT: 00-240V, 50/60Hz

250W Internal Power Supply AC INPUT: 00-240V, 50/60Hz

Enclosure Dimensions

5.80''   (W) x 9.12'' (H) x 10.24'' (D)

5.77'' (W) x 13.83'' (H) x 10.24'' (D)

Enclosure Weight

13.09 lbs.

16.07 lbs.

Fan control

Smart control & Manual control

Smart control & Manual control

Warranty

1 Year

1 Year

Supported Systems

Operating System

Windows 11, 10;  Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016; Microsoft Hyper-V; Only supports 64 bit operating system.

Windows 11, 10 Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016 Microsoft Hyper-V Only supports 64 bit operating system.

Only supports 64 bit operating system. • Linux Driver can be installed via internet/network connection • Linux (Support Linux Driver auto Compile) • Redhat/Ubuntu/Debian/Fedora/Proxmox/Rocky Linux (Kernel 3.10 and later)

Only supports 64 bit operating system. • Linux Driver can be installed via internet/network connection • Linux (Support Linux Driver auto Compile) • Redhat/Ubuntu/Debian/Fedora/Proxmox/Rocky Linux (Kernel 3.10 and later)

macOS 10.13 ~ macOS Sonoma 14.x

macOS 10.13 ~ macOS Sonoma 14.x

Storage Configuration

RAID Support

0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and JBOD / Non-RAID Mode

0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and JBOD / Non-RAID Mode

TRIM RAID Support

Non-RAID Mode, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID10 (Supported by Linux, not supported for Windows or macOS)

Non-RAID Mode, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID10 (Supported by Linux, not supported for Windows or macOS)

Boot RAID

No

No

Data RAID

Yes

Yes

Advanced RAID Features

Storage Health Inspector

Yes

Yes

Redundant RAID Configurations

Yes

Yes

Multiple RAID Partitions supported

Yes

Yes

Online Array Roaming

Yes

Yes

Online RAID Level Migration (ORLM)

Yes (not supported by macOS)

Yes (not supported by macOS)

Online Capacity Expansion (OCE)

Yes (not supported by macOS)

Yes (not supported by macOS)

RAID Quick Initialization for fast array setup

Yes

Yes

Global Hot Spare Disk support

Yes

Yes

Disk Format compatible: 512, 512e, 4Kn

Yes

Automatic and configurable RAID Rebuilding Priority

Yes

Yes

Auto resume incomplete rebuilding after power on or reboot system

Yes

Yes

Automatic remap and repair of bad blocks for RAID configurations (HDD)

Redundant RAID Levels (RAID1, RAID10, RAID5, RAID6)

Redundant RAID Levels (RAID1, RAID10, RAID5, RAID50, RAID6)

Write Back and Write Through

Yes

Yes

Spin down Massive Arrays of Idle Disks support

Yes

Yes

Native Command Queuing

Yes

Yes

SAS TCQ

Yes

Yes

Disk media scan and repair

Yes

Yes

Staggered Drive Spin Up

Yes

Yes

Storage Configurations Support Details

Direct Attached

Direct Attached

Storage Monitoring and Management Suite

Browser-Based management tool

Yes

Yes

CLI (Command Line Interface- scriptable configuration tool)

Yes

Yes

API package

Yes

Yes

Drive LED Indicator: Power, Present, Active

Yes

Yes

SMTP Email Alert Notification

Yes

Yes

Alarm Buzzer

Yes

Yes

Top panel

Portable components

Bearing less than or equal to 18KG

Bearing less than or equal to 18KG

Front Panel

Display screen

16x2 LCD display with user-controlled blue backlight

16x2 LCD display with user-controlled blue backlight

Navigation key

4x navigation keys, respectively execute down, up, right, enter commands

4x navigation keys, respectively execute down, up, right, enter commands

Status LED

Solid Blue: Normal status

Solid Blue: Normal status

Flashing Yellow light: The Enclosure's temperature has exceeded the warning threshold or the fan speed is below normal operating levels

Flashing Yellow light: The Enclosure's temperature has exceeded the warning threshold or the fan speed is below normal operating levels

Red light flash: The fan speed is below the recommended minimum theshold

Red light flash: The fan speed is below the recommended minimum theshold

Solid Red: The emperature is over than waning threadhold (default: 60 celsius)

Solid Red: The emperature is over than waning threadhold (default: 60 celsius)

Hard drive bays

4x 3.5"/2.5" drive bays

8x 3.5"/2.5" drive bays

Disk LED Indicator

The first LED (top): Solid Blue: Disk has connected; Blue light flash: activity;  No light: idle

The first LED (top): Solid Blue: Disk has connected Blue light flash: activity No light: idle

The second LED (below): No light: Disk not connect; Solid Red: Disk is Fail

The second LED (below): No light: Disk not connect; Solid Red: Disk is Fail

BackPanel

100M Ethernet RJ45 Port

1x 100M Ethernet RJ45 Port

100M Ethernet RJ45 Port

Thunderbolt Port

2x Thunderbolt™3

2x Thunderbolt™3

Multi-Function Button

Power & Error Alarm control Note: short press to turn on, long press for 3 seconds to shut down, short press to mute when the alarm sounds

Power & Error Alarm control Note: short press to turn on, long press for 3 seconds to shut down, short press to mute when the alarm sounds

Kensington Lock

Use a computer lock through the keyhole to lock the device to prevent theft.

Use a computer lock through the keyhole to lock the device to prevent theft.

Power Switch

Turn on/ off the whole power of the Enclosure

Turn on/ off the whole power of the Enclosure

Power Port

1x AC power interface

1x AC power interface

Exhaust port

1x power supply cooling exhaust vent

1x power supply cooling exhaust vent

1x body cooling exhaust vent

2x body cooling exhaust vent

Compliance Certification

CE FCC RoHS REACH WEEE

CE FCC RoHS REACH WEEE

Operating Environment

(operating) 5°C – 45°C; (non-operating) -40°C – 65°C

(operating) 5°C – 45°C; (non-operating) -40°C – 65°C

Kit Contents

1x 4-Bay Enclosure

1x 8-Bay Enclosure

4x 3.5 Inch Drive Trays

8 x 3.5 Inch Drive Trays

1x 40Gb/s Thunderbolt™4 1M cable

1x 40Gb/s Thunderbolt™4 1M cable

1x UL Power Cord

1x UL Power Cord

20x 3.5" HDD mounting screws 

35x 3.5" HDD mounting screws

20x 2.5" SSD mounting screws

35x 2.5" SSD mounting screws

1x Quick Installation Guide

1x Quick Installation Guide
Windows Software Package
Windows Driver
Download
Windows RAID Management
Download
Linux Software Package
Linux Open Source Driver
Download
Linux RAID Management
Download
macOS Software Package
macOS Driver-Support macOS 10.12.x ~ 10.15.x (For Intel-based platforms)
Download
macOS Driver-Support macOS11.x and later (For Intel, Apple M1 and later -based platform)
Download
macOS RAID Management
Download
Download
Product Specifications