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The RocketU 1388D is HighPoint’s 2nd generation 8-Port 10Gb/s USB 3.2 HBA, and is designed to tackle high-speed data acquisition and transfer workflows for industrial applications. Like its predecessor, the RocketU 1388D’s eight USB Type-C can deliver up to 10Gb/s of transfer bandwidth, and are backed by a robust PCIe 3.0 x16 host interface


  • 8 USB-Type C ports support any industry-standard USB device or peripheral

  • Ideal for professional-grade, High-Speed Data Acquisition & Transfer Applications

  • PCIe 3.0 x16 Host Interface

  • Up to 10Gb/s of transfer bandwidth per USB port

  • Native In-Box driver support (xHCI)

Each of the RocketU 1388D’s eight Type-C ports can support up to 10G of transfer bandwidth, and are capable of delivering up to 7.5W of power for device operation or charging purposes

Built for Professional Data Acquisition Solutions

The RocketU 1388D HBA can be easily integrated into workstation and server environments designed to host professional media and industrial applications. The eight industry-standard Type-C USB ports and PCIe 3.0 x16 host interface can easily accommodate a wide range of high-speed data acquisition solutions, including imaging and capture solutions, security systems, and media archiving.

Ideal for High-Speed Data Acquisition & Capture Applications

The RocketU 1388D's performance-focused HBA architecture was designed for workflows that demand ease of integration, hot-plug capability, and rapid file transfer. The eight independent 10Gb/s USB 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

HighPoint RocketU 1388D 8x 10Gb/s PCIe 3.0 x16 USB Host Controller

Universal Device Compatibility


Works with any industry-standard USB 2.0/3.2 Gen1/3.2 Gen2 Device

8x 10G USB-C Ports


The RocketU 1244A features four dedicated 10Gb/s USB ports

USB Device Charging


RocketU 1244A can be used to charge USB compliant devices

xHCI CompliantDriverless Installation: The RocketU 1388D is natively supported modern operating systems

Ultra-High Performance:

Dedicated PCIe 3.0 x8 Bus-Bandwidth

HighPoint RocketU 1388D 8x 10Gb/s PCIe 3.0 x16 USB Host Controller

Universal Device Compatibility


Works with any industry-standard USB 2.0/3.2 Gen1/3.2 Gen2 Device

Universal Device Compatibility


Works with any industry-standard USB 2.0/3.2 Gen1/3.2 Gen2 Device

Universal Device Compatibility


Works with any industry-standard USB 2.0/3.2 Gen1/3.2 Gen2 Device

Universal Device Compatibility


Works with any industry-standard USB 2.0/3.2 Gen1/3.2 Gen2 Device

Specifications

Feature Specifications
Host Bus Interface
16-lane, 8 GT/s PCI Express 3.0 Compliant
Interface Technology
Supports up to USB 3.2 10Gb/s link speed Backwards compatible with USB 3.2 Gen2, USB3.2 Gen1 USB 2.0
Supported Standard
xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface) UASP (USB attached SCSI protocol)
Operating System Support (Mac compatibility)
Mac Pro 5,1 or 7,1
macOS 10.12.6 and later
Supports Intel & M1 chipset, Compatible with PCIe slots
Operating System Support (Windows compatibility)
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
Operating System Support (VMware ESXi compatibility)
Yes
Secure Boot(PC platforms)
Windows: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable Linux: Support Secure Boot Disable and Enable
Number of Channels / Port
8
Port Type
USB Vertical Type C
Data Transfer Rate
Up to 10Gb/s per port
Number of Devices
8 x USB 1.x, 2.0, and 3.x compatible devices
USB port Amperage
1.5A output per port
Bus Powered Peripherals
Up to 7.5W per port for device operation or charging
External Power Support
Yes (Use 6pin PCIe Power Connector)
USB Port Sharing
Shared: 2 USB ports are assigned to each USB controller (ASM3142)
Form Factor
Full-Height
Cooling system
Full-Length Anodized Aluminum heat sink with fan
Dimensions
5.09'' W x 4.38'' H x 0.75'' D
Weight
0.75 lbs.
Warranty
2 Years
Compliance Certification
CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE
Storage Features
Bootable Drive support
Yes (Linux, Mac)
Drive hotplug support
Yes
Operating Environment
Work Temp:
5°C ~ 45°C
Storage Temp:
40°C ~ 65°C
Operating Voltage
PCI-e: 12V, 3.3V
Power
Typical:9.22W (card only)
MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure)
920,585 Hours
Kit Contents
1x Controller card
1x Quick Installation Guide

Documentation

QIG
Download
Datasheet
Download

Gallery

Accessories

USB-A31-2MC

2M 10Gb/s USB-A to USB-C cable 

The HighPoint USB-A31-2MC is a 2 Meter 10Gb/s USB-A to USB-C cable, and was designed to allow customers to use storage devices and peripherals that feature Type-C connectors, with a USB-A host port.

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.

USB-C31-06B

0.6M 10Gb/s USB-C to USB Micro-B cable 

The USB-C31-06B cable has been qualified for compatibility with HighPoint rDrive 6114V, RS6114V, the RU1322A USB 3.1 HBA, and a wide range of USB storage devices, enclosures and peripherals.

USB-A31-1MC

1M 10Gb/s USB-A to USB-C cable 

The HighPoint USB-A31-1MC is a 1 Meter 10Gb/s USB-A to USB-C cable, and was designed to allow customers to utilize storage devices and peripherals with Type-C connectors, with a USB-A host port.

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