XenServer Xen Project Xen Project is an open-source development community that manages several hardware-virtualization and operating system projects such as Mirage OS. Its virtualization software architecture is employed by many commercial virtualization services (notably, Citrix Hypervisor). Support is available for a wide range of hardware platforms. Gen 3 NVMe BootRAID Driver SSD7105 / SSD7103 / SSD7202 *For binary Boot RAID drivers, please contact us at GeneralSales@highpoint-tech.com with the following information. HighPoint product name Kernel version Linux Distribution (link to download if possible)

SSD7140A is an 8-port M.2 NVMe RAID Controller, no bifurcation, standalone solution, with dedicated PCIe 3.0 x16 to deliver up to 14,000MB/s of transfer speed. Specifications Downloads FAQ HP/Dell & System Compatibility Buy Now! Product Matrix SSD7140A PCIe 3.0 x16 8-Port M.2 NVMe RAID AIC Maximize NVMe Storage Performance & Capacity for PCIe Gen3 Platforms Double Your PCIe Gen3 Storage Performance & Capacity Potential The SSD7140A is our second generation high port count (HPC) M.2 NVMe RAID AIC, and was designed for professional workflows that require a small-footprint, mass-storage solution that can take full advantage of PCIe 3.0 x16 transfer bandwidth, and is ideal for professional media workstation and server environments designed to support a wide range of editing, rendering, capture and streaming applications. The SSD7140A allows customers to saturate x16 lanes of PCIe 3.0 bus-bandwidth with sustained transfer performance over 14,000MB/s while supporting up to 64TB of storage. Performance Focused, Platform Independent NVMe RAID Solution HighPoint NVMe RAID AICs are fully independent NVMe storage solutions. SSD7000 series PCIe Gen3 NVMe RAID AICs do not require a hardware environment with Bifurcation support and can be easily integrated into any AMD or Intel computing platform with a dedicated PCIe 3.0 or 4.0 x16 slot. The SSD7140A leverages intelligent PCIe switch technology to allocate up to 4x dedicated lanes to each M.2 SSD, to ensure maximum transfer speed and immediate response time. Industy Proven NVMe RAID Engine : The SSD7140A is powered by HighPoint's industry proven NVMe RAID stack and is capable of supporting RAID 0, 1, 10 arrays and single-drives, including mixed configurations of single-disks and arrays, or multiple arrays. Cross-Sync RAID Technology : SSD7140A AICs enable administrators to optimize RAID performance by scaling available bus bandwidth up to 32 lanes, and deliver up to 28,000MB/s of transfer speed. Ultra-Efficient, Low-Decibel Cooling Solution The SSD7140A's advanced cooling system ensures hosted NVMe SSDs consistently operate within their recommended temperature thresholds, even under sustained heavy I/O, by combining a full-length anodized aluminum heat sink with a pair of ultra-durable, near-silent fans, and high-conductivity thermal padding. Learn More: Download the Datasheet > Project Inquiry/Evaluation Program > Specifications Resources Solutions Exploring the Powerhouse: A Deep Dive into PCIe Lane Values of PCIe... Hardware RAID vs. Hardware-Accelerated NVMe RAID Architecture: A Deep Dive NVMe RAID Solutions for High-Resolution Media Capture Videos Blogs Download Software & Drivers > Documentation > Product Gallery Product Family SSD7101A-1 SSD7204 SSD7104 Q: Why HighPoint SSD7500, SSD7000 Series NVMe RAID controller do not support RAID 5 and 6? Q: Why is there a Yellow Mark shown for Base System Device? FAQ

HighPoint introduces the Rocket 7602L, a bootable dual M.2 PCIe Gen5 RAID AIC with UEFI boot ROM, active Retimer technology, and RAID 0/1 support for AMD and Intel platforms. Aug 2026 Download HighPoint Launches the Rocket 7602L: The Industry’s Premier Bootable Dual-Port PCIe Gen5 M.2 AIC for Workstations and Edge Servers Featuring an independent UEFI boot ROM and active Retimer technology, the efficient, low-profile RAID add-in-card introduces an uncompromised, cost-efficient framework for AMD & Intel system platforms at $299. FREMONT, CA — July 2026 — HighPoint Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of high-speed, high-density PCIe storage and connectivity solutions, has launched the newest member of their comprehensive NVMe RAID Product Family, the Rocket 7602L, a Dual M.2 PCIe Gen5 x16 Low-Profile Bootable RAID Add-In-Card (AIC). Engineered specifically for system integrators, edge architects, and engineering professionals building high-performance workstations and edge servers, the Rocket 7602L stands alone as the premier bootable dual-port Gen5 M.2 solution available on the market. It offers an elite, high-value framework for deploying mirrored (RAID 1) OS redundancy or striped (RAID 0) high-velocity scratchpads while freeing up primary front-loading server drive bays for dedicated data storage. "With the launch of the Rocket 7602L, our focus was to engineer the industry's most cost-effective, high-velocity Gen5 boot solution without the restrictive costs associated with legacy storage hardware," said May Hwang, VP of Marketing at HighPoint Technologies, Inc. "By pairing an active PCIe Gen5 Retimer with an independent UEFI boot ROM, we are providing system builders with an optimized, budget-conscious architecture that delivers uncompromised Gen5 boot speeds and OS redundancy for any high-performance workstation or server deployment." Unleashing True Cross-Platform Gen5 Boot RAID Standard native onboard M.2 ports are structurally limited to booting from a single drive, as typical operating system-level RAID configurations can only execute after the OS has already initialized. The Rocket 7602L overcomes this fundamental platform limitation by integrating its own dedicated, UEFI-compliant boot ROM. This independent firmware layer allows host motherboard platforms to immediately recognize the AIC as a single, unified bootable device during the pre-boot phase. By handling the storage array architecture independently of the motherboard BIOS, the Rocket 7602L enables system integrators to deploy high-performance bootable RAID volumes across both AMD and Intel platforms without complex software workarounds or proprietary chipset lock-in. Native Motherboard-Grade Latency & Integrity To ensure that independent boot volumes perform at the absolute physical limits of Gen5 NVMe media, the Rocket 7602L pairs HighPoint’s storage driver technology with an active PCIe Gen5 Retimer engine and full PCIe x16 host interface. The onboard Retimer actively re-clocks and regenerates high-speed data streams coming from the host CPU to each M.2 port. This active conditioning ensures optimal link quality and delivers access latencies and throughput metrics comparable to native onboard M.2 slots, providing uncompromised boot reliability and I/O transfer performance. Smart Firmware and Real-Time Hardware Monitoring Unlike basic onboard M.2 slots that offer no direct visibility into individual drive metrics, the Rocket 7602L features HighPoint's Smart Firmware Intelligence Layer. This host-independent processor operates as a dedicated telemetry bridge for granular workstation and server optimization, actively retrieving and displaying continuous, real-time per-device metrics including power consumption, active lane speed verification, and thermal readings directly from the hosted NVMe media. To streamline physical hardware inventory and maintenance workflows, the card features physical, color-coded Early Warning LED indicators on the PCIe bracket and an audible alarm to immediately alert technicians of cooling fan anomalies or critical temperature thresholds. Availability and Operating System Integration The low-profile Rocket 7602L fits standard 1U/2U server and workstation chassis, providing out-of-the-box boot capability for Windows platforms and mainstream Linux distributions. Management is accessible pre-boot via a native UEFI interface or post-boot through a secure, browser-based WebGUI and Command-Line Interface. The Rocket 7602L is available immediately through HighPoint's network of authorized distributors and reseller channels at an MSRP of $299 . At this highly competitive price point, HighPoint introduces an active Gen5 Retimer engine and a dedicated, UEFI-compliant boot ROM to the mainstream market, providing a cost-effective alternative to legacy hardware controllers for professional boot redundancy and performance. For detailed specifications, please visit the official product page. Learn More Rocket 7602L – Dual M.2 PCIe Gen5 x16 Low-Profile Bootable RAID AIC NVMe Retimer AIC Category Page About HighPoint Technologies, Inc. For over 30 years, HighPoint Technologies has been at the forefront of PCIe storage and connectivity innovation. HighPoint Technologies, Inc. is a leading developer of high-performance storage and connectivity solutions for enterprise, industrial, AI, media, and HPC applications. For over two decades, HighPoint has delivered innovative PCIe, NVMe, RAID, and storage networking technologies that enable organizations to maximize performance, scalability, and reliability across mission-critical environments.

Arch Arch First released in 2001, Arch Linux is based on Debian, for exclusive use with x86_64 architecture. Arch is self-described as a “pragmatic” distribution targeted towards the DIY crowd and experienced Linux professionals and administrators. Though distributed freely, it is developed for its core audience, rather than the general public; it is maintained and updated by the Arch community, for the Arch community. Gen 3 NVMe BootRAID Driver SSD7105 / SSD7103 / SSD7202 *For binary Boot RAID drivers, please submit a driver request ticket with the following information. HighPoint product name Download Link to Linux Distribution

Media capturing systems are utilized by a wide range of fields and applications; everything from live streaming services, filmmaking, and news broadcasting, to automated manufacturing, and scientific research. As networking, resolution, and frame rate requirements continue to rise, so does the need for faster, denser storage solutions. Unsurprisingly, conventional SAS and SATA storage solutions are increasingly unable to keep pace with advances in media capture technology. High-speed 120 GigE networks are capable of accommodating transfer rates of 15,000MB/s. To put this in perspective, you would need a RAID 0 array comprised of 30 SATA SSDs capable of delivering 500MB/s of sustained performance in order to reach this threshold. Conversely, a handful of off-the-shelf NVMe SSDs can easily satisfy this requirement, with performance to spare! Despite SAS/SATA’s longstanding superior dollar-to-gigabyte ratio, it’s near impossible to ignore the stunning 10:1 performance advantage of NVMe media. Increasing demands for High Resolution Media It wasn’t all that long ago when 2K resolution considered the pinnacle of HD broadcasting. 4K is set to become the new normal, and even relatively inexpensive live streaming solutions routinely employ multiple 4K cameras. 8K broadcasting services are now up and running, and practical applications of 16K media are currently being explored. Media Capture Hardware Platforms Many professional grade media capturing systems utilize a range of recording devices linked to a host-system/server using an ethernet based network. Footage (video/audio) captured by these devices is then transferred to the system’s storage solution (which may be separate from the server hardware), via a second network connection. As such, storage solutions employed by media capture system must be able to keep pace with the entire network infrastructure, and may be called upon to fulfill multiple roles, such as that of a recording device, asset library and active workspace. Applications A wide range of media, scientific and industrial workflows rely on high-resolution media capturing systems. Such platforms require compact, fast and dense storage solutions capable of keeping pace with high-speed networking infrastructure. Live Event Coverage Solutions NVMe RAID AICs SSD7540 SSD7580B SSD7140A SSD7180/7184 NVMe RAID Enclosures SSD6744 Broadcasting & Live Event Coverage Venues that host live events, such as sporting tournaments or concerts utilize large arrays of high-resolution cameras designed to record and livestream a tremendous volume of raw 4K and 8K footage. As live coverage lives little room for error, the storage solution’s transfer capabilities must be able to keep up with the network infrastructure while accommodating a host of other features, including instant replays and split screens. HighPoint’s high-port count SSD7500 PCIe Gen 4 NVMe RAID AICs are up to the task, and can deliver up to 55,000 MB/s of transfer bandwidth with a dual -card Cross-Sync configuration. HighPoint NVMe RAID Solutions for High-Resolution Media Capture HighPoint NVMe solutions are ideal for high-performance media capture applications, and are available for each networking tier. They offer substantial advantages over traditional SAS/SATA based storage solutions, especially in terms of performance and packaging, and are no longer limited to specialized platforms or applications. NVMe SSDs are now the default option for many, if not most factory-made computing platforms, and serve as both the boot drive and secondary storage device. As a result, NVMe SSDs are now common place, and are increasingly affordable, more reliable and faster than ever. The blazing speed, high level of reliability, and compact form factor make NVMe based storage devices ideal for high-resolution 4K & 8K media capture solutions. HighPoint AIC RAID Solutions It is important to remember that the transfer rates associated with each network tier refers to the sequential write performance of the storage solution. The number shown refers to the maximum score attained using the maximum number of disks configured into a RAID 0 array (which is typical for most NVMe-based capture solutions). Long term write performance will vary depending on the duration of the capture session and total disk space required. For more information, please Contact Us . HighPoint NVMe RAID Solutions for High-Resolution Media Capture HighPoint NVMe solutions are ideal for high-performance media capture applications, and are available for each networking tier. They offer substantial advantages over traditional SAS/SATA based storage solutions, especially in terms of performance and packaging, and are no longer limited to specialized platforms or applications. NVMe SSDs are now the default option for many, if not most factory-made computing platforms, and serve as both the boot drive and secondary storage device. As a result, NVMe SSDs are now common place, and are increasingly affordable, more reliable and faster than ever. The blazing speed, high level of reliability, and compact form factor make NVMe based storage devices ideal for high-resolution 4K & 8K media capture solutions. Unbeatable Storage Performance HighPoint manufactures the industry’s fastest NVMe RAID solutions, many of which are ideal for Media Capture applications. HighPoint NVMe controllers and enclosures are capable of fully saturating x16 lanes of PCIe Gen4 (4.0) or Gen3 (3.0) host bandwidth. This is due to our highly flexible, performance focused architecture, which was designed in-house and is unique to our NVMe product portfolio. HighPoint’s hardware engineering expertise enable SSD series NVMe RAID AICs to incorporate and fully exploit the capabilities of high-performance PCIe Switch technology. Our 8-Channel PCIe Gen3 SSD7000 series RAID controllers can deliver up to 14,000MB/s, while the PCIe Gen4 SSD7500 series doubles this to 28,000MB/s. Compact & Versatile Storage Configurations Capturing platforms that require a discreet, compact storage solution should consider NVMe RAID AICs or enclosures built to support M.2 media. M.2 SSDs are directly hosted by the storage solution; drive bays, cabling and cooling hardware are not required – everything is handled directly by the PCIe card or enclosure. HighPoint’s compact single-width 8-Port PCIe RAID AICs can directly host up to 8 M.2 SSDs and up to 32TB of storage capacity that is suitable for HD media capture applications. However, if the target platform already has internal drive bays, or the application calls for mass-storage capability, a U.2 or U.3 based NVMe RAID solution may be a better choice. HighPoint U.2 RAID AICs are even more compact than their M.2 counterparts (half-height form factor), and have cabling options that allow them to support any NVMe SSDs; yes, this includes M.2 models. SSD7540 Quick Specs Host Interface: PCIe 4.0 x16 Device Ports: 8x M.2 Form Factor: FL-FH The SSD7540 is the indusry's fastest M.2 NVMe RAID Controller. The 8 independent M.2 ports can support support 2242/2260/2280 form factor SSDs of any capacity in one or more RAID 0, 1, 10 or JBOD configurations, at speeds up to 28,000MB/s. Learn More SSD7580B Quick Specs Host Interface: PCIe 4.0x x16 Device Ports: 8x U.2 Form Factor: FL-HH The SSD7580B is the indusry's fastest and most versatile NVMe RAID Controller. A range of cabling options enable the four SFF-8654 ports to support up to 8 U.2, U.3 or M.2 SSDs of any capacity. True Hot-Swap & Hot-Plug capability enable administrators to add or remove NVMe SSDs on the fly. Learn More SSD7140A Quick Specs Host Interface: PCIe 3.0x x16 Device Ports: 8x M.2 Form Factor: FL-FH The SSD7140A is the industry's fastest PCIe Gen3 NVMe RAID controller. The performance-focused hardware architecture allocates up to x4 dedicated to each M.2 port, and enables the controller to deliver up to 14,000MB/s of transfer performance. Learn More SSD7180/7184 Quick Specs Host Interface: PCIe 3.0x x16 Device Ports: 8x U.2/U.2/M.2 Form Factor: FL-HH The SSD7180 and SSD7184 are versatile, high-performance NVMe RAID AICs designed for PCIe 3.0 host platforms. The 8 independent NVMe device channels can be configured to support U.2/U.3 or M.2 storage configurations via a range of cabling accessories. The SSD7184's unique hybrid port configuration supports both internal and external storage configurations. Learn More

The challenge for AI servers is procuring a solution capable of handling the demanding computational power and memory resources. E1.S may be what you need! The Challenge: Procuring a compact, high-performance, DC-class mass storage solution suitable for AI Applications AI servers are powerful computing platforms designed to host AI driven applications. Such applications require considerable computational power and memory resources to perform optimally. As such, AI servers typically employ large banks of GPUs (graphic processing units) to handle incoming data, such as high-definition video captured by AI and machine learning systems. However, processing a particularly voluminous set of data, or analyzing a complex scenario or object, can potentially overwhelm available VRAM (video RAM), which would then slow the entire process to a crawl. To combat this risk, the majority of AI computing platforms utilize high-speed storage devices to supplement the VRAM. However, as much of the interior space of an AI server or workstation platform is devoted to the GPUs, and motherboard hardware, little to no room is available for internal drives bays. This largely rules out SAS/SATA SSDs or U.2/U.3 NVMe media for most applications, both of which utilize the 2.5” drive form factor. As a result, M.2 AIC NVMe controllers are the most common choice. Fast, compact and widely available, M.2 SSDs can be installed directly into purpose-built PCIe NVMe storage controllers, such as our own SSD7500 series PCIe Gen4 M.2 NVMe RAID HBAs, which eliminate the need for an internal drive bays. Unfortunately, M.2 media has its drawbacks. While M.2 SSDs deliver excellent random I/O and sequential performance, write endurance tends to suffer over the long haul, which is a typical setback for client-class NVMe SSDs. In addition, M.2 drives have short lifespans compared to enterprise class U.2/U.3 drives. Storage space is also a major concern; M.2 series suitable for AI applications, namely “DC” (datacenter) class SSDs, are capped to 4TB in capacity, which can limit their utility for workflows that must process large volumes of continuously incoming data. All of this poses a serious challenge for solution providers; procuring a storage solution that successfully merges the form factor of an M.2 SSD with the balanced transfer characteristics and storage potential of U.2 media, and a maximum data throughput beyond what is capable with a single-AIC PCIe Gen4 solution. The answer? E1.S technology. The Solution: E1.S NVMe RAID Storage E1.S devices are a relatively new type of NVMe media designed to combine the form factor of an M.2 SSD, with the datacenter class reliability and mass storage capability of U.2/U.3 drives. They provide an excellent balance of random and sequential I/O performance, and are not prone to handicap transfer speeds during extended write sessions. They are similar in sized to 22110 form-factor M.2 SSDs; small enough to integrated directly into a PCIe AIC. They are also available with twice the storage capacity; up to 8TB currently, with larger models set to arrive in the near future. The vast majority of off-the-shelf E1.S SSDs are classified as DC class storage, and measure longevity in terms of DWPD (disk writes per day), rather than TBW (total bytes written), and are equipped with advanced features such as PLP (power loss protection). But where to start? Most currently E1.S implementations are at the board level (a handful of E1.S ports integrated directly into a motherboard), and few include RAID capability. One option it to use PCIe carrier cards with up to 4x DC class 22110 M.2 SSDs. However, this is a temporary, stop-gap measure, and not a true solution. 22110 DC class media is capped at 4TB in capacity; simply too small for most AI applications. Once again, HighPoint has the answer. The revolutionary SSD7749E E1.S NVMe RAID controller is up to the challenge. HighPoint’s SSD7749E E1.S RAID Controller was built to tackle Demanding AI Server & Workstation Applications HighPoint’s SSD7749E 8-Channel E1.S NVMe RAID controller was designed to address demanding data-dense, high-throughput, low-latency workflows associated with AI applications. The dual-width PCIe Gen4 HBA directly hosts up to 8 DC class E1.S NVMe SSDs. Think 28,000MB/s of transfer speed and 60+ TB of RAID storage capacity from a compact device that is roughly the same size and shape of a modern GPU! The SSD7749E’s zero-compromise dual-width HBA architecture eliminates the need for internal drives bays, cabling accessories or supplemental cooling apparatus; the intelligent hardware packaging enables the SSD7749E to be easily integrated into the industry standard rackmount systems employed by most AI Servers. Near Gen5 Performance in a Gen4 package The ability of a single SSD7749E to generate 28Gb/s of transfer bandwidth is impressive enough. However, when deployed in Cross-Sync, dual-card configuration, SSD7749E HBAs can deliver a level of performance that is nearly on par with a dedicated PCIe Gen5 storage solution! Many AI servers now utilize Gen5 capable motherboards; high-performance, 200Gbe+ network controllers are becoming increasingly common. There are currently no native PCIe Gen5 NVMe RAID controllers, which could potentially bottleneck some AI applications. However, the SSD7749E can effectively bridge this gap. Cross-Sync RAID technology enables SSD7749E configurations to leverage up to x32 lanes of PCIe bandwidth, and deliver 55,000MB/s of throughput; a level of performance equivalent to the real-world capabilities of a native Gen5 solution, and capable of accommodating network speeds in excess of 400 GigE! Administrators can fine-tune Cross-Sync configurations with HPT-Optimize, a performance optimization toolset capable of linking specific target applications with the resource pool assigned to the SSD7749E devices. Learn More… Dedicated Dual-Width Cooling System Eliminates Thermal Throttling PCIe Gen4 NVMe media runs hot, especially under load, which is almost a 100% guaranteed condition for any storage solution employed by an AI application. Gen4 NVMe media, including E1.S SSDs, will scale back performance if a temperature threshold is breeched in an effort to avoid compromising the hardware. This feature is commonly referred to as “thermal throttling”. Thermal throttling is an ideal failsafe, but can cripple transfer performance when activated, especially for a RAID configuration. The SSD7749E was designed to tackle the threat of thermal throttling head on. Its advanced cooling system takes full advantage of the HBA’s dual-width architecture, and combines a full-length anodized aluminum casing with integrated heat sinks and a pair of ultra-durable, low-decibel cooling fans that double as a secure locking mechanism. This robust, purpose-built solution fully encases, insulates and cools E1.S media without injecting excessive noise into the work environment. The dual-fans inject cool air into the controller’s casing, which is then dispersed to the NVMe media and center mounted heat sink. Waste heat is then rapidly transferred away from critical componentry, and ejected to the outside environment via a ventilated bracket. The hardware cooling system was designed to work in conjunction with HighPoint’s SHI (Storage Health Inspector) software management interface, which allows administrators to instantly check the operating status and temperature of NVMe media in real-time via S.M.A.R.T. technology, and configure temperature thresholds on a per-drive basis, to ensure the SSD7749E is perfectly in sync with capabilities and official specifications of each individual drive. Products SSD7749E The SSD7749E is a simple, cost-efficient PCIe Gen4 RAID storage upgrade solution for Intel and AMD x86, and ARM server platforms. The controller can directly host up to eight 9.5mm E1.S SSDs at speeds up to 28,000MB/s, yet is no larger than a modern dual-width PCIe graphics adapter, and can be easily integrated into systems with a free PCIe 4.0 x16 slot. Quick Specs Host Interface: PCIe 4.0 x16 Device Ports: 8x E1.S Form Factor: FL-FH Learn More Contact Sales

Rocky Rocky Linux The Rocky Linux project was created in 2021 in response to the discontinuation of CentOS. Though privately owned, it is maintained and developed as an open, non-profit alternative to RHEL. Like CentOS before it, Rocky Linux is based on RHEL, is cross compatible with RHEL releases, and is similarly targeted at enterprise applications. The Rocky Linux project will be developed and supported until May of 2029. January 2025 Binary Driver for Rocky Linux 9.5 RocketStor 6541AW Gen 3 NVMe BootRAID Driver SSD7105 / SSD7103 / SSD7202 Latest Update: Add Kernel 5.14.0 version support *For binary Boot RAID drivers, please submit a driver request ticket with the following information. HighPoint product name Download Link to Linux Distribution

SSD7105 is a Bootable 4-port M.2 NVMe RAID Controller, no bifurcation, standalone solution, with dedicated PCIe 3.0 x16 to deliver up to 14GB/s of transfer speed. Specifications Downloads FAQ HP/Dell & System Compatibility Buy Now! Product Matrix SSD7105 Bootable PCIe 3.0 x16 4-Port M.2 NVMe RAID AIC Industry's Fastest, Bootable 4-Channel PCIe Gen3 M.2 NVMe RAID Solution The Ultimate Gen3 NVMe Booting Solution Powered by our next generation NVMe hardware architecture, industry-proven RAID stack, and comprehensive boot capability, the SSD7105 delivers unbeatable performance and versatility, all packaged in a compact device no larger than your average video adapter. The SSD7105 is a direct replacement for the SSD7103 and was designed for easy integration into any Intel or AMD based desktop, server or workstation PC with a free, dedicated PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16 slot, and can deliver up to 14,000MB/s of transfer performance and support up to 4 individual boot volumes, in single-drive or RAID modes. Advanced Bootable NVMe RAID Technology The SSD7105 NVMe RAID AIC can be used to configure bootable RAID or single NVMe SSD configurations for Windows and Linux systems. Optional UEFI downloads and complete installation guides are available for each supported platform. Industy Proven NVMe RAID Engine: The SSD7105 is powered by HighPoint's industry proven NVMe RAID stack and is capable of supporting RAID 0, 1, 10 arrays and single-drives, including mixed configurations of single-disks and arrays, or multiple arrays. Cross-Sync RAID Technology : SSD7105 AICs enable administrators to optimize RAID performance by scaling available bus bandwidth up to 32 lanes, and deliver up to 28,000MB/s of transfer speed. Ultra-Efficient, Low-Decibel Cooling Solution The SSD7105's advanced cooling system ensures hosted NVMe SSDs consistently operate within their recommended temperature thresholds, even under sustained heavy I/O, by combining a full-length anodized aluminum heat sink with an ultra-durable, near-silent fan, and high-conductivity thermal padding. Learn More: Download the Datasheet > Project Inquiry/Evaluation Program > Specifications Resources Solutions Exploring the Powerhouse: A Deep Dive into PCIe Lane Values of PCIe... Exploring the Powerhouse: A Deep Dive into PCIe Switch Chipsets for PCIe... Hardware RAID vs. Hardware-Accelerated NVMe RAID Architecture: A Deep Dive Videos Blogs Download Software & Drivers > Documentation > Product Gallery Product Family SSD7202 Q: HighPoint RAID Partition Loss Caused by Windows 11 24h2 Installation Bug Q. Why HighPoint SSD7500, SSD7000 Series NVMe RAID controller do not support RAID 5 and 6? FAQ

Discover HighPoint’s Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A PCIe Gen5 NVMe AICs, delivering true x16 storage performance in a compact, half-length design. Ideal for edge computing, AI, and data-intensive applications with up to 64TB of storage and no extra cooling needed. May 2025 Download HighPoint’s Half-Length NVMe AICs empower compact systems with true x16 Storage Performance May 2025 – Fremont, CA - In the ever-evolving landscape of high-performance computing, space efficiency, and raw speed are often at odds. However, HighPoint Technologies is changing the game with its new Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A PCIe Gen5 NVMe AICs, which deliver true x16 storage performance in a half-length, compact form factor. These solutions are ideal for small form factor tower servers, rackmount chassis, and edge computing environments where space is limited, but performance must remain uncompromised. Designed for modern workloads that demand high-speed, high-capacity storage, the Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A enable systems to directly host up to 64TB of NVMe storage without the need for internal drive bays or additional cooling components. This makes them a perfect fit for edge computing, AI, and data-intensive applications where every inch of space matters. Server-Grade NVMe AICs for Maximum Flexibility Both the Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A are server-grade PCIe Add-In Cards (AICs) that support up to 8x off-the-shelf M.2 2280 SSDs, regardless of their speed or capacity. This flexibility allows users to tailor their storage configurations to specific needs, whether it’s high-speed read/write for AI training or large capacity for data archiving. The Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A are not just about capacity—they deliver real-world performance of up to 56GB/s using just four drives. This is made possible by HighPoint’s advanced PCIe Gen5 switching and RAID technologies, ensuring that storage systems can keep up with the most demanding workloads. Powerful Cooling for Sustained Performance One of the biggest challenges in compact systems is thermal management. HighPoint addresses this with self-contained cooling solutions that effectively prevent thermal throttling, even under heavy, sustained I/O operations. This ensures that NVMe SSDs maintain their peak performance without the need for extra cooling devices or complex thermal management setups, making the AICs ideal for edge environments where space and power are limited. Rocket 1604A Switch AIC: Gen5 Speeds with Native Support The Rocket 1604A Switch AIC is designed for users who want to leverage PCIe Gen5 speeds without the hassle of software or drivers. It offers simple drop-in installation and is natively supported by modern Windows and Linux platforms, meaning it is automatically recognized and ready to use right out of the box. With no need for additional software, the Rocket 1604A is perfect for environments that prioritize ease of deployment and simple serviceability.HighPoint’s proven PCIe Switching architecture ensures each M.2 SSD operates at maximum throughput under the most challenging workloads. Rocket 7604A RAID AIC: Customizable Storage for Critical Applications For users who need more than just speed—those who require flexibility, performance, and security—the Rocket 7604A RAID AIC offers a powerful solution. It supports RAID 0, 1, and 10 configurations, allowing users to balance speed, redundancy, and data protection according to their specific needs. The Rocket 7604A’s Active Hardware Sensor Monitoring solution and a Comprehensive NVMe Storage Management Suite, give administrators real-time insights into drive health, temperature, and performance. These features are essential for environments where data integrity and system reliability are paramount. In Summary Whether it’s for AI model training, real-time data analytics, or media production, the Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A deliver the storage performance and dependability that professionals need in a compact, easy to integrate add-in-card form factor. As the demand for edge computing and portable high-performance systems continues to rise, HighPoint’s half-length NVMe AICs are setting a new benchmark for storage innovation. Learn More Rocket 7604A – PCIe Gen5 x16 to 4x M.2 NVMe RAID Adapter Product page: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/rocket-7604a-individual-page/ Buy Now: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/product-page/rocket-7604a Rocket 1604A – PCIe Gen5 x16 to 4x M.2 NVMe Switch AIC Product page: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/rocket-1604a-individual-page/ Buy Now: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/product-page/rocket-1604a About HighPoint Technologies, Inc. HighPoint is committed to providing innovative, reliable, and scalable solutions that meet the evolving demands of today’s high-performance computing, video editing, AI, and 3D rendering applications. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your technical and business goals, ensuring your systems run at peak efficiency. We invite you to explore our PCIe Gen5 and Gen4 x16 expansion solutions and experience the difference that HighPoint makes. For more information, visit our website or contact our sales team directly.

Discover the HighPoint RocketAIC HP Workstation & Server Compatibility List. Ensure your systems are compatible with HP. Check the list now! HighPoint RocketAIC HP Workstation & Server Compatibility List* Dell Systems HP Systems Brand Type Model Compatible Slot(s) Recommended PCIe Drive(s) PCIe Bus Interface Installation Guide Product Page E-Store HP Server ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus 1 RA7540HW RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 1 RA7540HW RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL325 Gen11 1 RA7540HW RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL345 Gen10 Plus 1, 2, 3, and 4 RA7540HW RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus 1 and 2 RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL360 Gen11 1 and 3 RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL365 Gen11 Primary Riser and Secondary Riser RA7540HW RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus Primary Riser 2 or 1 and 2/Secondary Riser 2 or 4 and 5 RA7540HW RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL380 Gen11 1, 2 and 5 RA7749EW RA7540HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL385 Gen 10 Plus v2 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 RA7540HW RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link Link Link HP Server ProLiant DL560 Gen11 Primary Riser and Secondary Riser RA7505HW 4.0 x16 Link Link Link *HighPoint's has conducted extensive research in order to evaluate the compatibility, ease of integration, storage capacity and performance capabilities of our RocketAlC PCle Expansion SSD drives with a wide range of HP Workstation and server platforms. For more in depth installation instructions, please refer to the link in the Installation Guide field. **This is a Gen3 system, meaning that any installed RocketAIC will operate at most at Gen3 Speeds If you have any questions about the matrix or about a system not included in the list, please contact sales@highpoint-tech.

Explore the HighPoint 7604A RAID card review for up to 32TB storage. Discover features and performance of the HighPoint 7604A RAID card. HighPoint 7604A RAID card review: Up to 32TB of blisteringly-fast storage Want 50GBps of sequential data transfer performance? This x16 PCIe 5.0 NVMe RAID card sporting four full-speed M.2 slots can deliver it -- for a rather hefty amount of coin. By Jon Jacobi Contributor, PCWorld Image: Jon L. Jacobi Best Prices Today: HighPoint 7604A RAID card If you want up to 32TB of lightning-fast storage, there’s no better way to get it than HighPoint’s 7604A — a four-slot, PCIe 5.0 x16, NVMe expansion card. It can transfer data as fast as 50GBps in RAID 0, and is also a great way to up your count of PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots from the single slot provided by most motherboards. But you need software that does direct I/O to take advantage of the RAID performance and the 7604A is pricey — this puppy will set you back a cool $1,000. If you find that scary, it was listed at an astronomical $2,000 when I started this review. Fortunately, the company came back to low earth orbit, but it’s still not what most people would consider an impulse buy. What are the 7604A’s features? As already discussed, the 7406A is a PCIe 5.0 x16 card with four x4 NVMe M.2 slots on board. With each slot allotted four lanes, you get top bandwidth out of every SSD on the card, unlike many cheaper cards where four or eight lanes are divvied up. In theory, throughput can be as high as 56GBps in RAID 0. Depending on your system, the 7604A can get close to that. Yowser! The 7602A populated with a rag-tag assortment of PCIe 5.0 SSDs. It performed better when I matched the WD SN8100s with a Crucial T705 pair. As you can see above (and below with the heatsink/fan on), the 7604A is of quality construction. Not shown are the status LEDs on the endplate. These provide feedback on the state of the card. The 7640A will also yelp (a loud beep) at you if you try to use it without the heatsink/fan. You can guess how I acquired that particular piece of knowledge. This is a beefy heatsink with a very effective, but somewhat noisy fan that kicks in under stress. The 7604A can function as four individual full-bandwidth x4 PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots, or in various RAID modes (0, 1, 5, 10). The RAID is hardware, but also dependent upon HighPoint’s driver, as well as the company’s configuration and monitoring software. I.e., there are no dip switches or jumpers. The browser-based 7604A configuration and monitoring software. This is the information on the actual adapter and it’s connection speed. The driver was rock solid and the configuration software works quite well. The admin interface is HTML-based — i.e., it opens in your web browser, and is slightly slow to respond to commands. It also gave me a can’t-connect error requiring a couple of reloads before the interface would appear. Communications lag, no doubt. The configuration interface is also a bit geeky in language and concepts, so if you don’t know about RAID, bone up on the concepts before attempting to create an array or otherwise configure the card. Note that neither the driver or configuration software are required if you simply want to add four x4 M.2 NVMe ports to your system. Slap the populated 7604A into an x16 PCIe 5.0 slot and the drives will simply appear under disk management, where you may in initialize and format the drives appropriately. How does the 7604A perform? While I did not get the numbers that HighPoint says are possible, they were still pretty darn good on our new test bed. You can read about the new test bed at the bottom of this article. Of course, to get top performance out of the 7604A, two things must happen: It must be populated with PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs and it must be in a 16x PCIe 5.0 slot and actually connecting with 16 lanes and at 32GT/s. This can be an issue with some motherboards and CPUs, so check the number of lanes you have and how your motherboard allocates them (bifurcation). I populated the 7604A with two Crucial T705 and two WD Black SN8100 2TB SSDs for testing — among the very fastest of their PCIe 5.0 ilk. The single SSD test was with a WD Black SN8100. Note that the single-queue performance is what you’ll see from Windows Explorer transfers (theoretically, real life is much different) and most software, while the multi-queue performance is what you’ll see from software that does its own I/O. Regardless, 44.3GBps is a fun number. Even without the software to leverage the 50GBps RAID 0, having an additional four full-speed PCI 5.0 NVME slots is awfully enticing. No matter which way you cut it, the 7604A is hauling the freight when it comes to sequential throughput. Longer bars are better. The 7604A’s CrystalDiskMark 8 random test results highlight the facts that RAID 0 is not particularly good for random access, and that the 7604A is also a very good host for individual drive performance. This test highlights the fact that RAID 0 is not particularly good for random access, and that the 7604A is a very good platform or single drive performance. Longer bars are better. What is apparent from the next charts is that you’re not going to see vast improvements with the naked eye when it comes to Windows file transfers. Note that we have changed this test to include DiskBench (DB) and Xcopy (XC) alongside our traditional Windows Explorer drag-and-drop (bottom of the chart). Xcopy is significantly faster than the Windows Explorer drag-and-drop, which raises the question: Why would Microsoft optimize a command line program while leaving Windows Explorer comparatively slow as molasses? Xcopy might be worth learning and using if you more than occasionally have a lot of data to copy. Big hint: batch files (x.bat). Real-world performance in Windows transfers doesn’t show the improvement you will get with the proper software. Shorter bars are better. The 7604A turned in good numbers in our 450GB write test in RAID 0; however, it was actually faster with a single drive in this test according to the quicker Xcopy and FastCopy. If you want fast file transfers within Windows Explorer, take the latter for a test ride. The 7604A turned in good numbers in our 450GB write test in RAID 0, however, it was actually faster with a single drive in this test in some instances. Shorter bars are better. The 7604A was considerably faster with single drives than our Z890 test bed motherboard’s M.2 slots — a known issue with the chipset, NVMe, and certain processors such as our i5 Core Ultra 225. In RAID 0, the 7604A will be a boon for any software that can’t take advantage of it. That means any software using multi-queue, multi-thread disk I/O. Such software is rare in the consumer market, but not unheard of. Caveat: If you are a fan of extreme peace and quiet, be warned that the 7604A’s fan kicks in quite a bit when it’s under stress, and it’s not particularly bashful. Just saying. Should you buy the HighPoint 7604A? I love the 7604A and it’s a fantastic performer. Would I pay $1,000 for it? Yes, if I had the need and the software to take full advantage. Even without the software to leverage the 50GBps RAID 0, having an additional four full-speed PCI 5.0 NVME slots is awfully enticing. For the average user, though, which includes me — the 7604A is a tough recommend as the real-world benefits in everyday usage don’t quite add up to $1,000 in my estimation. But that is absolutely not a knock on the 7604A as a product. As I said, it’s a fantastic piece of kit. Nice job, HighPoint. How we test Drive tests currently utilize Windows 11 24H2, 64-bit running off of a PCIe 4.0 Samsung 990 Pro in an Asus Z890-Creator WiFi (PCIe 4.0/5.0) motherboard. The CPU is a Core Ultra i5 225 feeding/fed by two Kingston Fury 32GB DDR5 4800MHz modules (64GB of memory total). Both 20Gbps USB and Thunderbolt 5 are integrated and Intel CPU/GPU graphics are used. SSDs involved in the test are mounted in a HighPoint 7604A 16x PCIe 5.0 adapter card . (Yes, the subject of this review) We run the CrystalDiskMark 8, AS SSD 2, and ATTO 4 synthetic benchmarks to find the storage device’s potential performance, then a series of 48GB and 450GB transfers tests using Windows Explorer drag and drop to show what you’ll see under Window, as well as the far faster Xcopy to show what’s possible. The 48GB transfer tests utilize an USFMount RAM disk taking up 58GB of the 64GB of total memory. The 450GB file is transferred from an SSD on the HighPoint card.

Explore how HighPoint CDI platforms enable composable data center architecture with modular rackmount hardware, NVMe pooling, GPU disaggregation, Gen5/Gen6 connectivity, and orchestration-ready infrastructure for AI and HPC. The Evolution: Beyond the Board Engineering the Physical Foundation for the Composable Data Center As the demands of AI, High-Performance Computing (HPC), and modern Data Centers evolve, traditional fixed-server architectures have become a bottleneck. HighPoint is officially expanding its horizons beyond the PCIe slot, transitioning into a Cost-Performance CDI Hardware Platform Provider. Our vision is simple: To provide the high-performance physical fabric and modular building blocks that allow organizations to decouple their resources and scale with surgical precision. Timeline Product Solution Technology Highlight May-2026 RocketStor 4243AS High-Efficiency NVMe-oF CDI Platform: 24-bay professional JBOF with 200Gbps RoCE & TCP connectivity and deterministic P2P performance Jul-26 24-Bay NVMe-over-PCIe Gen5 Rackmount High-Density Storage: Features CopprLink™ Gen5 x16 connectivity for maximum throughput. Q1 2027 6x GPU Slot Gen6 Rackmount High-Speed Compute Pool: 6x PCIe Gen6 x16 slots with 3x dedicated Gen6 x16 multi-host access. Q3 2027 24-Bay NVMe-over-PCIe Gen6 Rackmount Next-Gen Storage Pool: 24x Gen6 x4 E3.S/2.5" bays with 3x dedicated Gen6 x16 multi-host access. Q2 2028 24-Bay NVMe-oF Gen6 Rackmount Advanced AI Infrastructure: 800GbE RoCE & TCP connectivity powered by NVIDIA BlueField-4. Q4 2028 CXL Rackmount Solution Memory Pooling: Advanced hardware for Shared Memory Resource Pooling across the CDI fabric. A Call to Data Center Architects The era of the inflexible, "siloed" server is ending. HighPoint invites you to explore a future where hardware is as fluid as software. Whether you are building an AI Training Cluster or Disaggregated Storage Cloud, HighPoint provides the physical foundation for your innovation. Contact Us