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Key Features
2x Thunderbolt™ USB-C Ports featuring 40Gb/s Speed bandwidth
Performance up to 2,700MB/s*
Integrated SAS/SATA Hardware RAID Technology
Storage Capacity up to 8x 10TB or Larger Spindle HDD
High-Speed Storage up to 8x SSD
Blazing Fast, Consistent, & Smooth Data Transfer for large block size Applications
Enhanced Storage Cooling Solution
Refined 2nd Generation Chassis Design eases Maintenance
The RocketStor 6628A is ideal for professional media applications that demand uncompromised transfer performance combined with the superior data protection of hardware RAID 5 & 6.
Designed for I/O intensive multi-task workflows such as media editing and post production applications, the RocketStor 6628A is powered by our industry proven hardware RAID stack and dedicated 40Gb/s Thunderbolt™ 3 transfer bandwidth.
Streamlined RAID Management for Professionals
Each RocketStor 6628A RAID Enclosure includes our newly redesigned, easy to use web-based management utility. The built-in Array Configuration Wizard allows users of any experience level to create any type of RAID array in three easy steps; simply select your RAID level, pick your drives and go! Creating arrays has never been easier!
Optional Advanced Management Features allow customers to fine tune RAID arrays for specific projects, with options to specify block size, enable DV Mode for digital media projects, designate spare disks for recovery, and schedule routine automated maintenance sessions with Email notification to keep one abreast of changing storage conditions while outside of the work environment.
Fast, Consistent, & Smooth Data Transfer
Tuned for for large block size Applications
The RocketStor 6628A 2nd Generation Series Thunderbolt™ 3 RAID enclosures are powered by the latest iteration of HighPoint’s industry proven Hardware RAID stack.
The refined hardware RAID architecture provides up to 2,700MB/s of bandwidth, and has been tuned to streamline the transfer of large sequential files; ideal for professional applications such as video production and editing, media streaming and content creation.
Enhanced Storage Cooling Solution
The ability to manage the high-levels of heat generated by pronged, sustained I/O sessions on today’s high-capacity hard disks is a prime concern when choosing the right RAID enclosure solution.
RocketStor 6628 Series RAID enclosures seamlessly integrate LED’s, audible alarms, and superior cooling apparatus to ensure your storage investments and the critical data they host stay cool, healthy and productive. Proactive monitoring systems intelligently adjust fan speed on the fly to eject waste heat from the chassis and prolong the life of today’s high-capacity SAS and SATA hard drives.
High-Speed, Big Data or All-In-One: Your Choice!
RocketStor 6628 Series RAID enclosures are significantly more versatile that conventional external storage solutions, which rely on pre-packaged storage comprised solely of drives of the same speed and capacity. Customers are free mix and match disks of different capacities and speed levels to meet the needs of any application; SSD's for Maximum Performance, HDD's for Mass Storage, or a combination of both for tasks that call for high-speed workspace and archiving capability.
Equipped with the latest Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C technology, the RocketStor 6628A can deliver 40Gbps transfer rates. Projects utilizing 4K DPX 16 bit footage require approximately 1,790MB/s of transfer performance; the RocketStor 6628A is capable of supporting full 4K uncompressed video production, In addition, if the source is ProRes 444, the RocketStor 6628A can support over 5 individual streams!
Safeguard Your Storage Investments
The RocketStor 6628A seamlessly integrates LED features, an audible alarm, and intelligent cooling apparatus to ensure your storage investments stay healthy and accessible.
Uncompromised Hardware RAID Architecture
HighPoint’s proven hardware RAID architecture incorporates dedicated processing and caching resources to maximize the performance and security of professional storage applications. This allows the RocketStor 6628A RAID enclosure to operate independently in order to minimize the impact of storage related I/O on the host system.Unique to our hardware RAID solutions, DV Mode Technology intelligently manages the flow of large data blocks and write-back caching to minimize latency and ensure consistent, sustained high-performance transfers for professional media applications.
HighPoint DV Mode for Streaming Performance
DV Mode Technology intelligently manages the flow of large data blocks and write-back caching to minimize latency and ensure consistent, sustained high-performance transfers for media-rich applications.
Robust RAID Protection
The built-in NVRAM constantly tracks in-progress writes to preserve the integrity of data in the event of a drive failure or system crash, and streamline recovery procedures while minimizing downtime.
Storage Expansion Ready
Daisy-Chain capability allows customers to link as many as 6 independent RocketStor 6628A units using a single Thunderbolt™ 3 host port. The Online Capacity Expansion and RAID Migration allow customers to modify RAID configurations or expand existing storage while avoiding complicated, time consuming backup and restoration procedures.
Specifications
Feature Specifications | |
Host Ports | 2x Thunderbolt™ 3 Ports |
Daisy Chain | Supports Daisy Chain connections of up to six Thunderbolt™ devices. |
Note, the Daisy Chain will end if connect USB or Display via USB-C | |
Note: RAID5 does not support Daisy Chain configurations | |
TB3 Technology | Daisy Chain up to 6 devices |
Bi-directional, dual-protocol (PCI Express and DisplayPort) | |
8 lanes of Display Port 1.2 - supports dual 4K displays or one 5K display | |
Power delivery 15W to bus-powered devices | |
Backward compatible with Thunderbolt™ 2 devices | |
USB-C ports compatible with existing USB devices via USB-C cable, support up to USB 3.1 10Gb/s speed | |
RAID Type | Hardware RAID |
RAID Support | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and JBOD |
System Requirements | Computer with a USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) Computer with a Thunderbolt 2 (via Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter) |
Linux: Fedora Core, Debian, Ubuntu; Redhat, Rocky Linux, CentOS: only support version below 8.0; Only supports 64 bit operating system. Note: Your PC may need updates for the Thunderbolt 3 ports to function properly. See here for more information. Linux Driver embedded into Kernel 3.9.4 and later | |
Window 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7; Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012R2, 2008 Note: Your PC may need updates for the Thunderbolt 3 ports to function properly. See here for more information. Only supports 64 bit operating system. | |
macOS X 10.10 ~ macOS Ventura 13.x | |
Mac Intel platform: Driver embedded into Mac OS X 10.10 and later. Apple silicon-based Mac Platforms: RocketStor 6628A enclosures purchased after 2024 can support Apple silicon-based Mac platforms. | |
Thunderbolt4 supoort: • Support Mac Thunderbolt4 platform • Windows supports Z690 chipset PC platform • Linux does not support Z690 chipset PC platform • Does not support the Z590 chipset PC platform | |
Capacity | Unlimited |
Number of Devices | Up to 8 |
Device Type | SAS, SATA |
Device Form Factor | 3.5" & 2.5" |
Power Supply | 250W PSU Low Noise |
AC INPUT: 100-240 V 50/60Hz | |
Cooling | 2x 80x80x25mm, Dual Fan, Heat-Disipation aluminum Enclosure |
Alarm Buzzer | Buzzer beeping when failed drive or array occurs |
Materal | Matte Plastic & Coated Alumimum |
Dimension | 5.71'' (W) x 10.31'' (H) x 12.91'' (D) |
Weight | 12.9 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 Year |
Performance | HDD: 8x disks RAID0 2000/1900 MB/s RAID5 1700/1000 MB/s |
SSD: 8x disk (Read/Write) RAID0 2700/2400 MB/s RAID5 2700/1000 MB/s | |
RAID Management | Browser-Based management tool |
Password | Default no password needed to access WebGUI in Mac |
Storage Status Indicator | HDD Power, Present, Active, Fail, Rebuilding and Identify |
Email Alert Notification | Yes |
Configurable RAID Block Size up to 1MB | Yes |
Flash ROM for Upgradeable Firmware | Flash ROM for Upgradeable BIOS |
DV Mode Technology | Yes |
Storage Health Inspector | Storage Health Inspector |
Redundant RAID Configurations | Redundant RAID Configurations |
Bootable RAID Array | Bootable RAID Array |
EFI BIOS for Mac Platform | EFI BIOS for Mac Platform |
Multiple RAID Partitions supported | Multiple RAID Partitions supported |
Online Array Roaming | Online Array Roaming |
Online RAID Level Migration (ORLM) | Online RAID Level Migration (ORLM) (macOS is not support) |
Online Capacity Expantion (OCE) | Online Capacity Expantion (OCE) (macOS is not support) |
RAID Initialization Background/Foreground/Quick | RAID Initialization Background/Foreground/Quick |
Global Hot Spare Disk support | Global Hot Spare Disk support |
Automatic and configurable RAID Rebuilding Priority | Automatic and configurable RAID Rebuilding Priority |
NVRAM with Write Journaling enhances RAID integrity | Yes |
Disk Format compatible: 512, 512e, 4Kn | Disk Format compatible: 512, 512e, 4Kn |
Larger than 2 TB Drive and RAID Array support | Larger than 2 TB Drive and RAID Array support |
Spin down Massive Arrays of Idle Disks support | Spin down Massive Arrays of Idle Disks support |
Native Command Queuing | Native Command Queuing |
Write Back and Write Through | Write Back and Write Through |
Compliance Certification | CE FCC RoHS REACH WEEE |
Thunderbolt Certification | Yes |
Operation Environment | |
Temperature | (operating) 5°C – 45°C (non-operating) -40°C – 65°C |
Kit Contents | |
1x 8-Bay Enclosure | |
8x Drive Trays | |
1x 40Gb/s Thunderbolt™3 cable | |
1x UL Power Cord | |
32x 3.5” HDD mounting screws | |
32x 2.5” SSD mounting screws | |
1x Quick Installation Guide |
Download
Firmware | |
Firmware | Download |
Windows | |
WebGUI - RAID Management Interface (Support Secure Boot Enable & Disable) | Download |
Driver for Windows (Support Secure Boot Enable & Disable) | Download |
Linux | |
Linux Open Source Driver | embedded in OS |
WebGUI - RAID Management Interface (Support Secure Boot Enable & Disable) | Download |
Mac | |
Intel/M1 platform – macOS 10.12 and later | Download |
HRM - RocketStor RAID Manager | Download |
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*Actual performance will vary depending on system environment (system configuration, disk configuration).