USB 10Gb/s USB 3.2 Drive Dock with Dual Independent Drive Bays! We are set to launch a new USB drive dock later this month - the RocketStor 3112D. The RocketStor 3112D (RS3112D) provides 2 vertically oriented hot-swap capable SATA drive bays that can support either 2.5” or 3.5” hard drives and SSDs via a 10Gb/s USB 3.2 connection. The key distinction between the RS3112D and the vast majority of drive docks out in the wild are the dual-independent drive bays. Each bay has a dedicated SATA channel, and is fully independent – each can be used separately or concurrently, without having to sacrifice transfer performance. For example, a backup session to an SSD won’t suddenly slow to a crawl because you decided to install a standard hard drive to access a series of archived documents. This may sound trivial, but why spend money on a 10Gb/s enclosure if it won’t let you use that 10Gb/s? Learn More…

Dedicated vs. Shared Architecture HighPoint manufactures a range of four and 8-port USB HBA’s (Host Bus Adapters). There are two classes (Dedicated and Shared), which are organized via USB generation (20G, 10G, 5G). Dedicated Architecture Dedicated Series HBA’s feature our Per-Port Performance Architecture, and are the fastest USB controller cards in today’s marketplace. Per Port Performance: Each USB port has a dedicated USB controller to ensure maximum performance. The RocketU 1444C shown above also features a PCIe switch chipset which ensures each port has dedicated PCIe 3.0 x4 bandwidth. Each port is fully independent, and all can operate at full speed, simultaneously. The design also ensures each port is provided with 7.5W for power/charging purposes. Built for Professionals RocketU Dedicated Series HBA’s were built for professional solution providers, especially those catering to customer bases that need to move vast quantities of data for extended periods of time, from multiple sources, concurrently. Examples include Security Systems, Motion Capture platforms, imaging and capture solutions. 3D Photo Scan Solution Dedicated Series USB HBA’s Shared Architecture Shared Series HBA’s utilize a more conventional layout which assigns a single USB controller to pair of USB ports. However, this does not in any way mean these type of HBA’s are slow – they are still considerably faster than your average USB controller card, which are often equipped with just a single USB controller (regardless of how many USB ports are provided). Intelligent USB Switch Shared Series HBA’s feature an intelligent USB switch; it can assign full bandwidth to a USB port if the second port is unoccupied (as shown above). Standard USB controllers will simply split the bandwidth between each port, regardless if any devices are attached. As a result, RocketU Shared Series HBA’s are excellent USB connectivity upgrades for PC platforms – they support any industry standard USB device, are affordable, fast, and thanks to native xHCI support, simple plug-and-play solutions. Shared Series USB HBA’s

HighPoint manufactures several half-height (low-Profile) NVMe AIC RAID drives for both PCIe Gen3 and Gen4 platforms. These terms refer to the form factor of the controller PCB (the physical height). As the name suggests, half-height PCIe controllers are approximately ½ the height of a standard PCIe card (determined by the standard PCIe bracket height of 4.70 inches). Half-height PCIe cards can be no taller than 2.5 inches. Half-height NVMe RAID AICs (Add-in-Cards) are ideal for compact desktops, mini-PCs and many factory made workstation platforms, which may have unique clearances. Some platforms, such as those built around 1U and 2U rackmount chassis, require low-profile PCIe devices (and they must often be paired with a riser card). PCIe Gen3 Half-Height NVMe RAID Solutions FnL BRD6202 Series (Bootable & Driverless) FnL SRD6202 Series (Driverless) FnL SRD7202 Series PCIe Gen4 Half-Height NVMe RAID Solutions FnL BRD7502 Series (Bootable, High-Performance) FnL SRD7502 Series (High-Performance)

Driverless, High-Performance Boot Solutions Bootable RAID AIC Drives are expertly tuned to deliver exceptional random I/O performance, and are ideal for professional applications that require secure, rapid boots and high-speed workspace. FnL Bootable RAID AIC series solutions can be used to boot a wide-spectrum of modern operating systems and VM (Virtual Machine) platforms, and are universally compatible with both PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 capable motherboards. Your Choice; Tune for Maximum Security or Performance RAID 0(Rapid Boot): Customers looking to minimize boot times while maximizing response time can opt for RAID 0 striping. This mode delivers Maximum Performance and capacity by linking multiple NVMe SSD's together to act as a single storage unit. RAID 1(Secure Boot): Customers that need an extra layer of data security, and maximize uptime can request their BRD AIC drive be preconfigured as a RAID 1 Mirrored array. RAID 1 creates a secure, hidden backup of your AIC drive is that will automatically take over in case of a hardware failure. Optional: Pre-Formatted for Windows or Linux As a service to FnL Customers, AIC drives can be shipped pre-formatted and ready for immediate use for either Linux Distributions Windows 10 & 2019 operating systems. Hassle-Free Installation The FnL Bootable RAID series are essentially pre-configured, ultra-high-performance plug-and-play RAID drives. The RAID configuration is fully transparent to the operating system, and will automatically be recognized as a single volume. In addition, FnL BRDL series AIC drives are supported natively by all modern operating system platforms – no drivers are required! Driverless OS Upgrades Unlike many NVMe RAID solutions in today’s marketplace, BRD Series AIC drives are natively supported by the in-box NVMe drivers included with all modern operating system platforms. BRD AIC drives require no special procedures or additional software when installing patches or updates. BRD Series AIC drives are designed for use with all major operating systems, including Windows 10, Windows Server 2019, Microsoft Hyper-V, FreeBSD and Linux based distributions, and VM Platforms such as VMware, Proxmox, and Citrix Hypervisor FnL Monitor FnL Monitor is an intuitive, web-based monitoring utility that is Full Fan control with active temperature monitoring is ideal for applications that require low-noise working environments. Fan speed can be lowered or raised as conditions change, or even completely disabled if silent operation is required. In addition, a built-in Event log and configurable Email notification enables customers to monitor their AIC Drive from outside the workplace.

The FnL BRD6200 Drive series has been upgraded with new AIC designs. Now designated as the “BRD6200A” series, each of the new RAID drive models sport enterprise-class features designed for Industrial and Server Applications, and will soon be available with up to 15.63TB of pre-configured DC-Class M.2 NVMe storage. The bracket side of each BRD6200A AIC drive series drive now features a row of LED indicators and an external port that accepts USB-C monitors. OOB (out of bounds) RAID Management – BRD6200A Series NVMe AIC drives feature an OOB port (accepts USB Type-C monitor connections) and a built-in CLI (command line utility) which allows users to manage and monitor RAID storage without an operating system. OOB is a handy troubleshooting tool for professional applications, as it allows administrators to examine and diagnose the status of a RAID configuration or NVMe SSD while the host system is unresponsive. Status LEDs - BRD6200A series AIC drives now provide a series of LEDs, which enable administrators to quickly determine the status of the NVMe SSDs, RAID array, and PCIe host connection. DC Class AIC RAID Storage Solutions BRD6200A series AIC drives will soon be available with DC-Class NVMe SSDs. DC-Class BRD6200A RAID drives are ideal for applications designed to run for extended periods of time, such as cloud storage servers, hardware virtualization platforms, databases, and security systems. DC-Class AIC drives sport Enterprise class features at an entry level price point. For starters, the DWPD (disk writes per day) ratings are considerably longer (400% or more). This allows DC-Class RAID storage to accommodate applications designed to handle 24-7-365 operational schedules. In addition, DC-class AIC RAID drives benefit from a robust PLP (power loss protection) system. DC Class NVMe media include specialized capacitors that can be used to flush in-transit data (data still stored in the cache) to permanent storage in the case of a power outage. BRD6200ADC drives will begin shipping on August 27th.

20Gb/s USB technology is still fairly new, and most systems have yet to incorporate USB 3.2 Gen2x2 connectivity. Systems with built-in USB 3.2 Gen2x2 support are extremely expensive, and Intel-exclusive. To make matters worse, AMD users are plain out of luck; AMD has yet to integrate USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controllers into their platforms. However, do-it-yourselfers don’t have to wait for the market to catch up. HighPoint has introduced a true 20Gb/s USB to NVMe storage solution for PC-based workstations and servers. The RM110-120P bundles our new 20Gb/s USB to NVMe Enclosure, RocketMate 110 and our new USB controller, RocketU 1411C. This bundle allows you to add a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 port on any system as long as there is an open PCIe 3.0 x4 slot and deliver true host-to-device 20Gb/s connectivity. The controller can be easily installed into any PC system with a free PCIe 3.0 x4 port, and can support just about any USB device with a Type-C port. The RocketMate 110 supports any off the shelf M.2 NVMe SSD (2242/2260/2280 for factors) and has zero capacity limitations. RocketU 1411C The RocketU 1411C is the fastest single-port USB controller that can be easily added to any PCIe Gen3 or Gen4 platform. The RocketU 1411C delivers uncompromised host to device 20Gb/s USB 3.2 bandwidth. Learn More How to use RM110-120P 1. Find an open PCIe 3.0 x4 slot on your motherboard 2. Connect RocketU 1411C to PCIe slot 3. Connect RocketMate 110 to RocketU 1411C Works with: · Windows 11/10, Windows Server 2022/2019/2016, Hyper-V · Linux kernel v3.10 and later RM110 Performance video

Customers can move an array from one SSD7580B controller to another SSD7580B controller – the RAID configuration will remain intact and accessible. If the system hosting the second SSD7580B controller recognizes the file system, and the proper device driver is installed, the array will mount like an ordinary drive. This ability is commonly referred to as “Online Array Roaming”. Online Array Roaming is not limited to arrays configured by the SSD7580B. The controller is also capable of recognizing arrays created with other SSD7000 and SSD7500 series controllers. In fact, the SSDs do not even need to be attached to the same port number – the SSD7580B is capable of sorting this on its own. The ability to support Online Array Roaming simplifies upgrade or replacement procedures, as customers can migrate SSDs from one HighPoint NVMe RAID solution to another, without having to start from scratch or recover an array. Learn More:

The RocketU 1144F (RU1144F) is a direct replacement for the longstanding RU1144D, which is set to be EOL later this year. It utilizes a current generation USB 3.2 chipset to deliver dedicated 5Gb/s per-port performance, and features a PCIe 3.0 x4 host interface. Like its predecessor, the RocketU 1144F features driverless installation, and is natively supported by all current operating system platforms including Windows 11 and macOS Big Sur. Not just a Direct Replacement; USB 3.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 Performance & Utility Upgrade Despite its role as a “replacement” model, and “only” offering 5Gb/s per-port performance, the RU1144F offers noteworthy, tangible improvements over the RU1144D. The RocketU 1144F features a USB 3.2 chipset, which is backwards compatible with all USB 3.x and 2.0 devices, not just USB SSDs/HDDs; this includes ordinary peripherals/input devices such as mice and keyboards, printers and flash drives. Diagram (bus bandwidth, per-port performance architecture) In addition, the RocketU 1144F delivers twice the bandwidth; PCIe 3.0 x4 vs. PCIe 2.0 x4 (approximately 4000MB/s vs. 2000MB/s). 4000MB/s may seem like overkill for 5Gb/s connectivity, but is ideal for modern SATA SSD’s (which are capable of reaching the 600MB/s limit), and could be potentially handicapped by the RU1144D.

Industrial IOT (Internet of Things) applications rely on a series of devices (aka “things”) that communicate to one another via an internet connection to accomplish a specific task or facilitate a chain of events. Industrial IOT applications often employ software-based AI (artificial intelligence) solutions to streamline application workflows. Common examples of Industrial IOT applications include automated production processes, such as a robotic-based manufacturing system. Other examples include medical and diagnostic devices, advanced security systems (audio, visual, motion tracking), and “smart” home or office installations. Unique Computing Environments call for Unique Storage Solutions Industrial IOT applications, especially those that rely on AI, require substantial computing power to quickly and efficiently process vast and continuous streams of incoming data. Interestingly enough, the AI Training and Machine Learning systems used to develop such AI, are themselves dependent on high-performance industrial computing and storage solutions. The vast majority of these applications require compact computing platforms built to withstand the rigors of continuous, daily use; an ideal environment for an NVMe-based storage solution. M.2 media is particularly attractive due to the ultra-compact form factor, low-power requirements, lack of moving parts and massive performance capabilities. Unsurprisingly, Solution Providers catering to these markets have increasingly turned to NVMe-based storage controllers to satisfy the needs of industrial clients Robust, Ultra-Compact, Plug & Play AIC RAID Drives for Industrial Computing Platforms HighPoint’s FnL NVMe AIC RAID drives are ideal for high-performance industrial applications. The BRD series, in particular, were designed to excel in industrial computing environments. The BRD6202P/PB’s half-height form factor is ideal compact computing environments, can deliver up to 8TB @ 8000MB/s of pre-configured RAID 0 or 1 storage, and is equally viable for applications that require boot or data-only storage. In addition, the BRD6202’s, due to its IOP RAID engine, is natively supported by all current operating systems and Virtual Machine platforms - no driver or additional software is required. A BRD RAID volume will be automatically recognized by Windows 11, 10 or Server 2019, FreeBSD, and any Linux distribution running kernel v3.10 or later as a standard “drive”.