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HighPoint RocketU 1400 Series PCIe controllers are the industry's fastest USB Host Adapters. Each USB device port is fully independent and powered by a dedicated 20Gb/s USB 3.2 controller chip, backed by a robust PCIe 3.0 host interface.
Our unique 20Gb/s Per-Port Performance controller architecture ensures each hosted USB device can operate at peak performance without saturating the bus or taxing system resources.
Available with 1x to 8x Dedicated USB Type-C 3.2 20Gb/s Ports
Dedicated PCIe 3.0 x16 Host Interface
True Alternative to Thunderbolt™3 Connectivity
Ideal for professional-grade, High-Speed Data Acquisition & Transfer Applications
Universal Type-C connectivity supports any industry-standard USB device or peripheral
Driverless Installation: Native xHCI Support
Industry’s Fastest USB Controller Cards
Unlike most USB controllers in today’s marketplace, RocketU 1400 Series controllers feature fully independent USB device ports, each of which is powered by a dedicated USB 3.2 20Gb/s controller. This unique Per-Port Performance architecture enables each USB Type-C port to deliver maximum throughput.
Dedicated Per-Port Performance Architecture
Blazing Fast PCIe 3.0 Host Interface
The blazing fast PCIe 3.0 host interface works in tandem with our Per-Port Performance architecture to ensure each individual USB port can deliver maximum transfer bandwidth at all times, even in cases where each port is occupied and under heavy load.
Industry Proven Per-Port Performance USB Architecture; Dedicated Bandwidth & Independent Resources
RocketU 1400 Series controllers employ the latest generation of HighPoint’s industry-proven Per-Port Performance USB architecture, which enables each Type-C port to deliver up 20Gb/s of transfer bandwidth. Each independent device channel is backed by a dedicated USB 3.2 20Gb/s controller, and robust PCIe 3.0 host interface. This unique connectivity architecture ensures each hosted USB device can continuously operate at maximum throughput, without interference from neighboring USB connections, or taxing system resources. The dedicated USB 3.2 controllers also allow each port to deliver up to 7.5W of power for device operation or charging purposes
Ideal for High-Speed Data Acquisition & Capture Applications
The RocketU 1400 Series performance-focused HBA architecture was designed for workflows that demand ease of integration, hot-plug capability, and rapid file transfer. The independent USB 3.2 20Gb/s ports and PCIe 3.0 x16 host interface can easily accommodate a wide range of high-speed data acquisition applications, including imaging and capture solutions, security systems, and media archiving.
USB Cameras & Imaging/Capture Devices
Media Processing & Archiving
Universal Compatibility
Universal Device Compatibility
Works with any industry-standard USB 3.x/2.0/1.x device
Dedicated USB 20G Connectivity
RocketU 1400 Series controllers feature dedicated 20Gb/s USB ports.
USB Device Charging
RocketU 1400 can be used to charge USB compliant devices
xHCI CompliantDriverless Installation: The RocketU 1400 is natively supported modern operating systems
Ultra-High Performance:
Dedicated PCIe 3.0 x4 / x16 Bus-Bandwidth
Universal Compatibility
Universal Device Compatibility
Works with any industry-standard USB 3.x/2.0/1.x device
Universal Device Compatibility
Works with any industry-standard USB 3.x/2.0/1.x device
Universal Device Compatibility
Works with any industry-standard USB 3.x/2.0/1.x device
Universal Device Compatibility
Works with any industry-standard USB 3.x/2.0/1.x device
Specifications
Model | RocketU 1411C | RocketU 1444C | RocketU 1488C |
Host Bus Interface | 4-lane, 8 GT/s PCI Express 3.0 Compliant | 16-lane, 8 GT/s PCI Express 3.0 Compliant | 16-lane, 8 GT/s PCI Express 3.0 Compliant |
Interface Technology | Supports up to USB 3.2 20Gb/s link speed. Backwards compatible with USB 3.x / 2.0 | Support ups to USB 3.2 20Gb/s link speed. Backwards compatible with USB 3.x / 2.0 | Supports up to USB 3.2 20Gb/s link speed. Backwards compatible with USB 3.x / 2.0 |
Supported Standard | xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface);
UASP (USB attached SCSI protocol) | xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface);
UASP (USB attached SCSI protocol) | xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface);
UASP (USB attached SCSI protocol) |
Operating System Support (Mac compatibility) | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported |
Operating System Support (Windows compatibility) | Windows 11,10,8.1, Windows Server 2022, 2016, 2012, 2008 (64-bit editions), Compatible with PCIe slots | Windows 11,10,8.1, Windows Server 2022, 2016, 2012, 2008 (64-bit editions), Compatible with PCIe slots | Windows 11,10,8.1, Windows Server 2022, 2016, 2012, 2008 (64-bit editions), Compatible with PCIe slots |
Operating System Support (Linux compatibility) | Linux kernel 3.10.0 and later, Compatible with PCIe slots | Linux kernel 3.10.0 and later, Compatible with PCIe slots | Linux kernel 3.10.0 and later, Compatible with PCIe slots |
Operating System Support (VMware ESXi compatibility) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Thunderbolt PCIe Expansion System Compatibility | Yes; Supports USB 3.x devices when card is installed in a Thunderbolt to PCIe Card Expansion System (Requires RS6661A)
Thunderbolt4 supoort:
• Support Mac Thunderbolt4 platform
• Support Z690 chipset PC platform
• Does not support the Z590 chipset PC platform | N/A | N/A |
Secure Boot(PC platforms) | Windows: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable
Linux: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable | Windows: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable
Linux: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable | Windows: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable
Linux: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable |
Number of Channel / Port | 1 | 4 | 8 |
Port Type | USB Vertical Type-C | USB Vertical Type-C | USB Vertical Type-C |
Data Transfer Rates | 20Gb/s per port | 20Gb/s per port | 20Gb/s per port |
Number of Devices | 1 x USB 3.x / 2.0 / 1.x compatible devices | 4 x USB 1.x, 2.0, and 3.x compatible devices | 8 x USB 3.x / 2.0 / 1.x compatible devices |
USB port Amperage | 1.5A output per port | 1.5A output per port | 1.5A output per port |
Bus Powered Peripherals | Up to 7.5W per port for device operation or charging | Up to 7.5W per port for device operation or charging | Up to 7.5W per port for device operation or charging |
External Power Support | N/A | Yes (Use 6pin PCIe Power Connector) | Yes (Use 6pin PCIe Power Connector) |
USB Port Sharing | Dedicated (Not Shared): Each USB Port has a dedicated controller | Dedicated (Not Shared): Each USB Port has a dedicated controller | Dedicated (Not Shared): Each USB Port has a dedicated controller |
Form Factor | Low-Profile | Low-Profile | Full Height |
Cooling system | N/A | Full-Length Anodized Aluminum heat sink with fan | Full-Length Anodized Aluminum heat sink with fan |
Dimensions | 3.11"W x 2.56"H x 0.45"D | 5.67'' W x 2.71'' H x 0.71'' D | 5.09" W x 4.38" H x0.59" D |
Weight | 0.42 lbs. | 0.68 lbs. | 0.73 lbs. |
Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
Compliance Certification | CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE | CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE | CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE |
Storage Features | |||
Bootable Drive support | Yes (Linux, Mac) | Yes (Linux) | Yes (Linux) |
Drive hotplug support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Operating Environment | |||
Work Temp | 5°C ~ 45°C | 5°C ~ 45°C | 5°C ~ 45°C |
Storage Temp | 40°C ~ 65°C | 40°C ~ 65°C | 40°C ~ 65°C |
Operating Voltage | PCI-e: 12V, 3.3V | PCI-e: 12V, 3.3V | PCI-e: 12V, 3.3V |
Power | Typical:1.56W | Typical: 13.30W (card only) | Typical: 25.98W (card only) |
MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure) | 920,585 Hours | 920,585 Hours | 920,585 Hours |
Kit Contents | |||
Model | RocketU 1411C | RocketU 1444C | RocketU 1488C |
Controller card | 1x Controller card | 1x Controller card | 1x Controller card |
Quick Installation Guide | 1x Quick Installation Guide | 1x Quick Installation Guide | 1x Quick Installation Guide |
Low Profile Bracket | 1x Low Profile Bracket | 1x Low Profile Bracket | N/A |
Gallery
RocketU 1411C
RocketU 1444C
RocketU 1488C
Accessories
USB-C31-1MC
1M 10Gb/s USB-C to USB-C cable
The HighPoint USB-C31-1MC is a 1 Meter 10Gb/s USB-C to USB C cable and has been thoroughly tested with USB 3.1 storage devices and enclosures to ensure maximum transfer performance and secure connectivity.