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Introducing the Industry 1st 8 &4 Port Dedicated 20Gb/s USB 3.2 HBA Family: HighPoint’s RocketU 1488C and RocketU 1444C
November 2024, Fremont CA – HighPoint 20G USB HBA solutions represent a breakthrough for data storage and connectivity. Powered by HighPoint’s Advanced PCIe Gen3 Switch Architecture, and capable of hosting up to 8 USB devices at speeds up to 20Gb/s, RocketU 1400 series USB 3.2 HBAs are designed for industrial workflows that require a robust USB-based connectivity solution capable of accommodating a wide range of high-speed data acquisition applications, such as a 3D Imaging or motion capture platform, HD security systems, ADAS sensor suites, high-resolution VR systems, IOT devices and spectrum analyzers.
High-Performance PCIe Switching Architecture
RocketU 1400 series HBAs leverage Broadcom’s x48-Lane PLX8700 PCIe Gen3 IC and dedicated ASmedia USB controllers to ensure each USB 3.2 port provides uncompromised 20Gb/s connectivity. x4 Lanes of Gen3 bandwidth is allocated to each downstream port’s ASM3242 USB controller, while full x16 lanes are dedicated to the upstream port to the host CPU.
This innovative hardware architecture delivers guaranteed 20Gb/s host-to-device connectivity for industry standard USB 3.2 compliant drives and peripherals, and ensures these devices can continuously operate at maximum throughput without taxing system resources or interfering with neighboring USB connections. In addition, the dedicated ASmedia USB 3.2 controllers enable each port to deliver up to 7.5W of power for device operation or charging purposes.
RocketU 1488C: Eight-Port Powerhouse
The RocketU 1488C is the industry’s fastest USB PCIe add-in-card. Armed with eight independent USB 3.2 Type-C ports and proven PCIe Switching Architecture, the compact half-length PCIe HBA is capable of saturating x16 lanes of PCIe 3.0 host bandwidth, and can be installed into nearly any industry-standard workstation or server with PCIe 3.0/4.0/5.0 connectivity. Each USB port delivers a dedicated 20Gb/s of transfer bandwidth and can operate either independently or concurrently.
RocketU 1444C: Compact, Four-Port High-Performance USB Solution
For applications that require fewer device ports or a more compact form factor, without sacrificing 20G transfer capability, HighPoint’s RocketU 1144C is the ideal solution. Equipped with four USB 3.2 20G Type-C ports, RocketU 1444C shares the RocketU 1488C’s game changing PCIe Switching and dedicated per-port USB controller architecture. The HBA allocates x4 lane of PCIe Gen3 bandwidth to each connection to ensure hosted devices perform optimally with minimal latency for mission-critical applications.
HighPoint 20Gb/s USB 3.2 Product Line
HighPoint’s RocketU 1488C and 1444C deliver class-leading performance and connectivity, enabling the seamless transition of data across multiple device to enhance productivity and efficiency in demanding workflows and computing environments. Armed with industry proven PCIe Switching technology and dedicated per-port USB 3.2 controllers, RocketU 1400 series HBAs provide up to eight independent USB Type-C device ports with a guaranteed 20Gb/s of bandwidth on tap.
The RocketU 1400 Series HBAs are now available worldwide direct from our E-Store and our approved Global Resale and Distribution partners.
RocketU 1444C (RU1444C) – 4x USB 20G Type-C Ports: MSRP $199.00 USD
RocketU 1488C (RU1488C) – 8x USB 20G Type-C Ports: MSRP $299.00 USD
About HighPoint Technologies, Inc.
HighPoint Technologies stands at the forefront of storage innovation as the industry's -premier manufacturer of high-performance, high-density NVMe Switch and RAID AIC & Adapter solutions for off-the-shelf x86 AMD and Intel platforms. With a rich history spanning nearly three decades, our dedication to delivering innovative, reliable, and high-performance storage solutions has consistently set us ahead in the marketplace. HighPoint’s NVMe storage solutions are powered by industry-proven PCIe Switching technology, and are designed to address the dynamic requirements of AI/ML/LLM applications, Data Centers, Edge Servers, and high-performance workstations, enabling customers to keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape.