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Key Features

  • PCI Express 2.0 x4

  • Two USB 3.0 ports with Type A connectors (female)

  • Two 6Gb/s eSATA Ports

  • 20Gb/s transfer bandwidth

  • Optimized for all USB 3.0 & eSATA storage devices

  • Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 & 1.1, and eSATA 3Gb/s

  • Hot-Swap and Hot-Plug

  • Compliant with xHCI (Extensible Host Controller Interface) Specification v1.00 Thunderbolt™ Aware Enabled

RocketU 1144E


Introducing the RocketU 1144E: Versatile Connectivity - 5Gb/s USB3.0 & 6Gb/s eSATA on Single HBA!


The RocketU 1144E maximizes the performance potential of USB 3.0 and 6Gb/s SATA storage devices. The revolutionary, dedicated per-port performance architecture allows each storage device to take full advantage of the PCIe 2.0 x4 host interface. The dual 5Gb/s USB 3.0 ports support all industry standard USB 3.0 devices while the dual 6Gb/s eSATA ports are optimized for today's fastest SATA SSD's and high-capacity hard drives.


Versatile Connectivity - USB 3.0 & eSATA on a single HBA!


The RocketU 1144E supports represents the industry's most versatile 4-port HBA.

With support for both USB 3.0 and eSATA devices, the RocketU 1144E is an ideal storage upgrade for any PCI-E capable PC.


Maximized Performance


The RocketU 1144E benefits from HighPoint's innovative per-port performance architecture. Each device port has a dedicated controller to ensure maximum performance for all SATA storage devices.


Unleashing the Next -Level of USB 3.0 Performance!


UAS (USB Attached SCSI) is a computer protocol that is used to transfer data to and from USB storage devices such as hard drives, solid state drives (SSDs) and thumb/flash drives. UAS is dependent on the USB protocol, and utilizes the standard SCSI command set.


UAS offers maximized bandwidth utilization, and can handle multiple data transfer requests simultaneously, unlike the slower queue system of BOT (Bulk Only Transport), which only provides single-task commands – each task must complete before the next begins. As a result, USB 3.0 connections working in UASP mode result in higher transfer speeds and lower CPU utilization. UAS clears data queues faster, which results in smoother-operating PC's.


UAS combined with HighPoint's revolutionary per-port performance architecture, boosts transfer performance to new levels!

Specifications

Feature Specifications
Host Bus Interface
4-lane,5 GT/s PCI Express 2.0 Compliant
Interface Technology
Optimized for all USB 3.0 & eSATA storage devices; Backwards compatible with USB 3.0 & 2.0 & 1.1
Supported Standard
xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface); UASP (USB attached SCSI protocol)
Apple M1 Platform Suport
No
Operating System Support (Mac compatibility)
• Mac Pro5,1 or 7,1 • Mac OS X 10.8.3 and later • Support Intel chipset
Operating System Support (Windows compatibility)
• Compatible with PCIe slots • Windows 10, 8.1, 7 • Windows Server 2019, 2016, 2012, and 2008 (64-bit editions)
Operating System Support (Linux compatibility)
• Compatible with PCIe slots • Linux kernel v2.6.31+
Operating System Support (VMware ESXi compatibility)
N/A
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)
Secure Boot(PC platforms)
Windows: Support Secure Boot Disable Linux: Support Secure Boot Disable
Number of Channel / Port
2x USB 3.0 ports / 2x 6Gb/s eSATA ports
Port Type
USB Type-A & eSATA ports
Data Transfer Rates
6Gb/s per eSATA Port and 5Gb/s Per USB 3.0 Port
Number of Devices
2x USB 1.x, 2.0, and 3.x compatible devices 2x eSATA storage devices
USB port Ampage
1.5A output per port
Bus Powered Peripherals
Up to 7.5W per port for device operation or charging
External Power Support
n/a
USB Port Sharing
Shared: 2 USB ports are assigned to each USB controller
Form Factor
Full-Height
Dimensions
3.78" L x 3.74" W x 0.3" H
Weight
0.37 lbs
Warranty
1 Year
Compliance Certification
CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE
Storage Feature
Bootable Drive support
No
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:
MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure)
920,585 Hours
Kit Contents
Model
RocketU 1144E
Controller card
1x Controller card
Quick Installation Guide
1x Quick Installation Guide
Software CD
1x Software CD

Download

Mac OS X Software Package
Driver for OS X 10.8 - 10.11
Download
Windows Software Package
eSATA Driver (Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 / Windows Server 2008, 2012)
Download
USB 3.0 Driver (Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 / Windows Server 2008, 2012) (Support Secure Boot Disable)
Download
Solution: Base System Device Yellow Mark
Download

Documentation

User Guides
Datasheet
Download

Gallery

Accessories

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