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Cost-Effective, Expandable RAID Storage Solutions for Personal, Professional and SMB Applications
RocketStor 661x RAID enclosures were designed for individuals, media professional and SMBs in the market for a cost-effective, expandable, high-density storage solution that can be easily integrated into any Thunderbolt™ 3 capable computing platform. RocketStor 661x Series Thunderbolt™ 3 RAID enclosures are capable of supporting any off-the-shelf SAS or SATA hard disk or SSD; any size, class, form factor and performance level. This provides customers with unparalleled flexibility, and the freedom to craft the perfect storage configuration for nearly any application or workflow.
Available with 4 or 8 hot-swappable drive trays capable of supporting either 3.5” or 2.5” storage media, RocketStor 661x series enclosures can easily accommodate 160TB or more storage capacity in a compact tower smaller than your average desktop workstation. Integrated RAID technology enables customers to fine-tune storage configurations to maximize performance, reliability or capacity, and safely expand or convert existing configurations without compromising critical data assets.
Key Features
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Robust Thunderbolt™ 3 4 & 8-Bay RAID Storage Solutions for Professional, Personal & SMB Applications
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Dual Thunderbolt™ USB-C Ports deliver 40Gb/s Transfer Performance
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Daisy Chain support for up to 6 Thunderbolt™ devices, including additional RocketStor 661x Enclosures
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8x 2.5"/3.5" Hot-Swappable Drive Bays
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Integrated RAID Engine supports 0, 1, 5, 10, 50 & JBOD Configurations
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Easily Expand or Convert Storage Configurations without sacrificing existing data
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Advanced Cooling System with Adjustable Fan Control
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Integrated LCD Panel with Real-Time Storage & Temperature Monitoring
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Comprehensive, User Friendly RAID & Storage Management & Monitoring Suite
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For Windows, Mac, and Linux
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Built in Carry Handle for Easy Portability
Rugged, Portable Storage Solution
The ruggedly constructed enclosures utilize a compact tower form factor comprised of a robust, cold-rolled steel core supplemented by an aluminum outer framework and paneling to reduce weight and maximize heat dissipation. Each unit weighs in under ten pounds, dry, and incorporates a frame mounted carrying handle for easy, secure portability.
Industry Proven RAID & Storage Technology
RocketStor 661x Thunderbolt 3 RAID enclosures are powered by HighPoint’s industry proven RAID & Storage technology, and are capable of supporting one more RAID 0, 1, 5,10, 50 arrays, JBOD configurations and single drives. Our RAID technology provides several advantages over purely-software driven RAID solutions:
Online Array Roaming – RocketStor 661x series enclosures support Online Array Roaming, which simplifies storage upgrade and replacement. Customers are free to move the enclosure to any system with Thunderbolt™ 3 connectivity, and can even move the hosted drive media to other HighPoint series enclosures or controllers without having to start from scratch or recover an array. In addition, RocketStor 661x enclosures are also capable of recognizing arrays created with other HighPoint series products, even if drives are moved to different bays/ports.
Enhanced RAID Recovery provides a feature set typically associated with enterprise grade storage solutions, and was designed to streamline service workflows. Unlike client-grades solutions, which typically employ a one-size-fits all approach to RAID recovery (regardless of the storage media or configuration), RocketStor RAID enclosures will dynamically adjust each recovery session to correspond with the specific fault or disk-related failure responsible for the break. The RocketStor driver was engineered to zero in on the problem areas, and will restrict activity to these particular sectors. This can shave countless hours off the expected recovery time, especially for arrays comprised of today's largest 20TB+ hard disks.
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Advanced Cooling System Maximizes the Reliability and Performance of Your Storage Investments
Built for professional applications and enterprise grade storage media, RocketStor 661x RAID enclosures are equipped with a highly advanced temperature monitoring and alert system designed to ensure hosted storage media deliver maximum performance and reliability. Two sets of powerful, low-decibel cooling fans – one for the storage media positioned directly behind the drive bays, and a second for the unit’s power supply.
Intelligent, Automated Fan Control: The system operates in a default “Smart” mode, and will dynamically adjust fan speed to keep temperatures in check. Customers that need a more controlled working environment can use the front panel LCD to manually select from four speed settings, including an option to completely disable all four cooling fans. The system can also be controlled via the unit’s software management interface from within the OS.
Configurable Temperature Thresholds: The WebGUI and CLI (command line interface) allow administrators to establish temperature thresholds for each hosted SSD or HDD. When a threshold is breeched, the enclosure can be configured to sound the audible alarm, and report the problem via pop-up messages and email notification.
Instant, Real-Time Storage Monitoring & Temperature Management System
RocketStor 661x series Thunderbolt 3 RAID enclosures are equipped with a selection of pro-active monitoring, alert and management features designed to simplify administration in the field. The most prominent feature is the configurable 16x2 backlit LCD screen, which is an integral component of the enclosure’s advanced cooling system. It provides administrators with instant, real-time temperature monitoring and full suite of fan controls. Integrated LED indicators actively monitors the status of hosted storage devices with a simple and intuitive color-coding scheme; Yellow for warning, Red for failure or error, Green for Normal/Optimal.
Specifications
Product feature | RocketStor 6618V |
Description | 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 Tower RAID Enclosure |
Port Type | 2x Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C |
Number of Drives | 8 |
Drive interface | 12Gb/s SAS & 6Gb/s SAS/SATA |
Drive Form Factor | 3.5" or 2.5" SSD or HDD |
Hot-Plug Support | Yes |
Host Interface | Thunderbolt™ 3 40Gb/s |
Daisy Chain Features | Supports Daisy Chain connections of up to six Thunderbolt™ devices. Notes: • The Daisy Chain will end if connected to a USB or Display device via USB-C • RAID5 & 6 configurations are not supported by Daisy Chain configurations • For optimal performance, the enclosure should be connected directly to the host’s Thunderbolt™ 3 port |
Power supply | 250W Internal Power Supply AC INPUT: 00-240V, 50/60Hz |
Enclosure Dimensions | 5.77'' (W) x 13.83'' (H) x 10.24'' (D) |
Enclosure Weight | 16.07 lbs. |
Fan control | Smart control & Manual control |
Warranty | 1 Year |
Supported Systems | |
Operating System | Windows 11, 10 Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016 Microsoft Hyper-V Only supports 64 bit operating system. |
Only supports 64 bit operating system. • Linux Driver can be installed via internet/network connection • Linux (Support Linux Driver auto Compile) • Redhat/Ubuntu/Debian/Fedora/Proxmox/Rocky Linux (Kernel 3.10 and later) | |
macOS 10.13 ~ macOS Sonoma 14.x | |
System Requirements (Thunderbolt 4 support) | Thunderbolt 4 support: • Supports Mac Thunderbolt 4 platforms • Does not support the PC Thunderbolt 4 platforms |
Storage Configuration | |
RAID Support | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and JBOD / Non-RAID Mode |
TRIM RAID Support | Non-RAID Mode, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID10 (Supported by Linux, not supported for Windows or macOS) |
Boot RAID | No |
Data RAID | Yes |
Advanced RAID Features | |
Storage Health Inspector | Yes |
Redundant RAID Configurations | Yes |
Multiple RAID Partitions supported | Yes |
Online Array Roaming | Yes |
Online RAID Level Migration (ORLM) | Yes (not supported by macOS) |
Online Capacity Expansion (OCE) | Yes (not supported by macOS) |
RAID Quick Initialization for fast array setup | Yes |
Global Hot Spare Disk support | Yes |
Disk Format compatible: 512, 512e, 4Kn | |
Automatic and configurable RAID Rebuilding Priority | Yes |
Auto resume incomplete rebuilding after power on or reboot system | Yes |
Automatic remap and repair of bad blocks for RAID configurations (HDD) | Redundant RAID Levels (RAID1, RAID10, RAID5, RAID50, RAID6) |
Write Back and Write Through | Yes |
Spin down Massive Arrays of Idle Disks support | Yes |
Native Command Queuing | Yes |
SAS TCQ | Yes |
Disk media scan and repair | Yes |
Staggered Drive Spin Up | Yes |
Storage Configurations Support Details | Direct Attached |
Storage Monitoring and Management Suite | |
Browser-Based management tool | Yes |
CLI (Command Line Interface- scriptable configuration tool) | Yes |
API package | Yes |
Drive LED Indicator: Power, Present, Active | Yes |
SMTP Email Alert Notification | Yes |
Alarm Buzzer | Yes |
Top panel | |
Portable components | Bearing less than or equal to 18KG |
Front Panel | |
Display screen | 16x2 LCD display with user-controlled blue backlight |
Navigation key | 4x navigation keys, respectively execute down, up, right, enter commands |
Status LED | Solid Blue: Normal status |
Flashing Yellow light: The Enclosure's temperature has exceeded the warning threshold or the fan speed is below normal operating levels | |
Red light flash: The fan speed is below the recommended minimum theshold | |
Solid Red: The emperature is over than waning threadhold (default: 60 celsius) | |
Hard drive bays | 8x 3.5"/2.5" drive bays |
Disk LED Indicator | The first LED (top): Solid Blue: Disk has connected Blue light flash: activity No light: idle |
The second LED (below): No light: Disk not connect; Solid Red: Disk is Fail | |
BackPanel | |
100M Ethernet RJ45 Port | 100M Ethernet RJ45 Port |
Thunderbolt Port | 2x Thunderbolt™3 |
Multi-Function Button | Power & Error Alarm control Note: short press to turn on, long press for 3 seconds to shut down, short press to mute when the alarm sounds |
Kensington Lock | Use a computer lock through the keyhole to lock the device to prevent theft. |
Power Switch | Turn on/ off the whole power of the Enclosure |
Power Port | 1x AC power interface |
Exhaust port | 1x power supply cooling exhaust vent |
2x body cooling exhaust vent | |
Compliance Certification | CE FCC RoHS REACH WEEE |
Operating Environment | (operating) 5°C – 45°C; (non-operating) -40°C – 65°C |
Kit Contents | |
1x 8-Bay Enclosure | |
8 x 3.5 Inch Drive Trays | |
1x 40Gb/s Thunderbolt™4 1M cable | |
1x UL Power Cord | |
35x 3.5" HDD mounting screws | |
35x 2.5" SSD mounting screws | |
1x Quick Installation Guide |
