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Key Features:
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4 to 16 Independent M.2 Ports
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PCIe Switching architecture based on Broadcom’s 48-lane PCIe switching technology:
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Spans 3 PCIe Generations: Gen3 (PLX8747/PLX8749), Gen4 (PEX88048) & Gen5 (PEX89048)
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Ensures the fastest, densest downstream connectivity possible
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Optimizes signal integrity & stability, and minimizes latency
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Designed to maximize performance & connectivity density per PCIe x16/x8 slot:
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Gen 5 x16: near-60GB/s or 7 Million IOPs & up to 8 devices
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Gen4 x16: 28GB/s & up to 16 devices
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Gen3 x16: 14GB/s & up to 8 devices
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Customizable Firmware Solutions for Gen5 AICs
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Wide-range of M.2 Form factor Support (2242, 2260, 2280, 22110)
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HighPoint’s Pro-Series Storage Suite
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RAID Solution: 0, 1, 10 & Single-Disk
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Intelligent Pro-Active Cooling Solution
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Storage Active Sensor Logging & Analysis Suite
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SafeStorage SED Solution
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Incorporates customizable Firmware Solutions
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Cross-Sync RAID Technology: Cross-Sync enables administrators to create arrays using up to 16 SSDs and as many as four AICs installed into a single system.
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Supports Bootable RAID Configurations
Powered by Industry Proven PCIe Switching Technology
HighPoint M.2 NVMe RAID AICs are engineered to maximize the potential of each available PCIe x16/x8 slot to deliver peak performance and superior storage connectivity. Each solution leverages Broadcom’s industry-leading x48-Lane PCIe Switch ICs to optimize signal integrity, minimize latency and provide the fastest, densest downstream port connectivity possible in a single-slot device. Learn More...
HighPoint M.2 AIC NVMe RAID Product Line
HighPoint NVMe RAID AICs leverage our industry proven RAID technology, Broadcom’s class-leading x48 lane Switch ICs, advanced hardware cooling solutions and an unparalleled storage health monitoring and management suite to maximize the performance, reliability and serviceability of NVMe storage configurations.
The robust, compact, add-in-cards require nothing more than a free PCIe x16 or x8 slot – M.2 SSDs are installed directly into the AIC itself. This results in a remarkably tidy and efficient hardware footprint; ideal for compact workstations, desktops and Edge/industrial computing platforms.
HighPoint NVMe RAID AICS facilitate seamless scalability and upgradeability for NVMe storage configurations, offering cross-compatibility within the same generation family and adjacent PCIe generations. A single AIC can directly host sixteen M.2 SSDs which can be used independently or configured into as many as 4 separate RAID 0, 1 or 10 arrays, and tuned to maximize performance, storage capacity or data security. This flexible approach to storage administration enables HighPoint NVMe RAID AICs to meet the demands of a wide range of data-intensive workloads such media post production and content creation, AI/ML workflows, high-speed data acquisition, and scientific/medical applications.
Comprehensive Management Tools
HighPoint NVMe RAID AICs include robust management and monitoring utilities for administrators of all skill levels:
The WebGUI is an intuitive Web-based graphical user interface.
CLI (Command Line Interface): streamlined tool for expert administrators.
UEFI-HII Tool: Configure arrays using the system's BIOS Interface
Intelligent 1-Click Self-Diagnostic & Logging Solution: Simplify troubleshooting with automated logs and direct support access.
All-In-One RAID and Storage Management Solutions
Empower NVMe Storage with HighPoint's Industry-Proven RAID Technology
HighPoint’s industry-proven NVMe RAID provides unparalleled flexibility, enabling administrators to easily craft, maintain and scale RAID storage to address the unique requirements of each target application and workflow.
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Host up to four RAID arrays including bootable volumes
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Mix individual SSD configurations with RAID arrays
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Optimize for Performance, Redundancy or a mix of both.
RAID Modes Tailored for Every Application
RAID 0 (Striping) - Also known as a “stripe” array, this mode delivers Maximum Performance and capacity by linking multiple NVMe SSD's together to act as a single storage unit.
RAID 1 (Mirroring) - This mode creates a hidden duplicate of the target SSD, and is ideal for applications that require an extra layer of data security, such as a bootable volume.
RAID 10 (Security & Speed) - RAID 10 offers a “best of both worlds” by leveraging striping with mirroring technology; two RAID 1 arrays are striped together to maximize performance. RAID 10 is capable of delivering read performance on par with RAID 0.
Advanced RAID Features
Unlock Advanced RAID Capabilities with HighPoint Storage Technology.
Bootable RAID Support: Maximize performance and capacity with RAID 0 striping or mitigate the threat of downtime with RAID 1 mirroring
Online RAID Roaming: Move RAID configurations between Highpoint AICs or Adapters without reconfiguration
Cross-Sync RAID Technology: Combine up to 16 SSDs across as many as four AICS into a single unified RAID volume for unappareled performance and capacity.
HighPoint NVMe RAID Technology: Your Solution for Performance and Reliability
Take control of your NVMe storage with HighPoint’s innovative RAID technology. From advanced features to comprehensive management tools, our RAID technology delivers the flexibility, scalability, and reliability you need to tackle modern workloads.
Advanced Cooling Solutions - Optimal Thermal Management
Each AIC is equipped with a powerful, ultra-efficient hardware cooling solution designed specifically for high-density NVMe storage configurations and tailored for each PCIe generation.
The cooling solution is comprised of an anodized aluminum heatsink with one or more integrated low-decibel cooling fans, several layers of high-efficiency thermal padding, and a ventilated PCIe bracket. The solutions were engineered rapidly transfer waste heat away from the hosted M.2 media and Switch chipset, and keep the performance-sapping threat of thermal throttling at bay.
On the software side, HighPoint NVMe RAID AICs leverage our proven SHI (Storage Health Inspector) solution.
SHI utilizes SMART technology to log & report the physical characteristics of each SSD, such as temperature, voltage and endurance (Total Bytes Written / Disk Writes per Day).
HighPoint SafeStorage SED Solution
HighPoint NVMe RAID AICs are protected by SafeStorage - a state-of-the-art data encryption solution for OPAL SSC compliant SED drives and arrays.
Stored data is automatically locked down whenever storage is unplugged from the AIC, effectively preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information should physical disks be misplaced or stolen.
Gen5 Field Service Feature Suite
Intelligent Self-Diagnostic LEDs & Alarms: HighPoint PCIe Gen5 AICs feature Built-In Early Warning LED Indicators and Audible Alarms. Simple color coding and light/sound patterns enable administrators to instantly assess the status of hosted M.2 media, the strength of the PCIe connection, and temperature of the PCIe switch hardware.
Environmental Monitoring, Logging & Analysis Solution:
HighPoint's PCIe Gen5 x16 NVMe RAID AICs employ an innovative Performance and Troubleshooting solution that combines an active NVMe sensor suite with real-time Environmental Logging and Analysis capability.
The solution has been integrated into the WebGUI Management Tool, and will automatically track and log the temperature and power consumption of each hosted SSD and the onboard PCIe Switch Chipset.
FRU (Field Replicable Unit) Support: The Rocket 1608A is a field replaceable unit (FRU); the VPD stored on each adapter enables customers and service providers to easily procure replacements with the correct firmware/driver combination.
M.2 NVMe RAID AIC Products Lines
PCIe Gen5 Solutions
Product | Image | PCIe | Ports | M.2 FF | AIC FF |
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Rocket 7608A | PCIe 5.0 x16 | 8 | 2242 /2260/ 2280 | FH-FL |
PCIe Gen4 Solutions
PCIe Gen3 Solutions
Product | Image | PCIe | Ports | M.2 FF | AIC FF |
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SSD7140A | PCIe 3.0 x16 | 8 | 2242 /2260/ 2280 | FH-FL | |
SSD7104 | PCIe 3.0 x16 | 4 | 2242 /2260/ 2280 / 22110 | FH-FL | |
SSD7105 | PCIe 3.0 x16 | 4 | 2242 /2260/ 2280 / 22110 | FH-FL | |
SSD7101A-1 | PCIe 3.0 x16 | 4 | 2242 /2260/ 2280 / 22110 | FH-FL | |
SSD7204 | PCIe 3.0 x8 | 4 | 2242 /2260/ 2280 / 22110 | FH-FL | |
SSD7202 | PCIe 3.0 x8 | 2 | 2242 /2260/ 2280 | Low-Profile |
Applications & Use Cases
HighPoint's compact, single-slot, and All-in-One PCIe AIC NVMe RAID storage solutions are designed to maximize the performance, scalability and serviceability of M.2 media for a wide range of data-intensive workloads including high-speed data ingestion or capture workflows, professional media post production and content creation, AI/ML driven applications and Edge computing platforms.
HighPoint RAID AICs are capable of directly supporting an astounding 16 M.2 SSDs and 128TB of storage. State-of-the art PCIe Switch Architecture, powered by Broadcom PEX and PLX series Switch ICs, enable each AIC to allocate x4 lanes of dedicated bandwidth to each M.2 port and deliver up to 60GB/s of real-word transfer throughput form a single PCIe slot. Proven NVMe RAID technology, and a comprehensive management and monitoring suite enables administrators to tailor M.2 configurations to satisfy the performance, capacity or endurance requirements of specific workloads or applications.
Virtualization Platforms
Use Cases: Virtual Machine hosting
Benefits: Speeds up to 7 million IOPS, 4 to 16 independent M.2 Ports, flexible RAID technology, and optional boot-capability are ideal for Virtual Machine services.
Edge Computing
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Use Cases: Industrial Platforms, Edge Server & Workstations
Benefits: Blazing performance, flexible RAID configurations and compact form-factor are ideal for compact industrial and edge computing applications.
Medical & Scientific
Use Cases: EMS (electron microscopy), MRI/CT scan storage, electronic health records (EHR), & medical research databases
Benefits: Massive bandwidth & capacity support HD imaging systems, rapid access to large files & patient data to enhance diagnostic & research
High Performance Computing (HPC)
Use Cases: Complex simulations, scientific research-intensive tasks for engineering, financial and scientific applications
Benefits: Rapid access to data and high processing speeds reduce computation times.
Media & Entertainment
Use Cases: 4K/8K video editing, visual/audio effects, 3D rendering, and real-time playback
Benefits: Significantly improves read/write speeds for large video files, enabling smoother editing and faster rendering.
