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RocketRAID 3700 series host bus adapters are designed to maximize the uptime and accessibility of RAID storage. RocketRAID storage and RAID recovery solutions enhance data retrieval from failed disks and streamline rebuild sessions.
The universal RocketRAID WebGUI interface provides a wide range of preemptive monitoring and maintenance features that enable administrators to easily schedule verification sessions to ensure the health of each RAID storage configuration.
Professional Class SAS 12Gb/s RAID Solutions
RocketRAID 3700 series host bus adapters capitalize on HighPoint’s two decades of RAID and storage technology to deliver professional grade RAID storage at a fraction of the cost of conventional host RAID solutions. Each adapter is powered by our industry proven RAID technology, superior Gen 3.0 PCI express transfer bandwidth, and up to sixteen dedicated 12Gb/s SAS channels, which support robust, high-performance RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and JBOD configurations of SAS or SATA hard drives of any disk format, including 512, 512e and 4Kn.
Seamlessly Upgrade RAID Storage
RocketRAID 3700 adapters deliver an unprecedented level of flexibility when it comes to storage configurations. Customers are free to expand or convert RAID storage configurations as needed to keep on top of the evolving demands of the storage application, without sacrificing existing data. Online Capacity Expansion (OCE) allows administrators to add new drives to existing arrays in order to expand available capacity. Online RAID Level Migration (ORLM) allows administrators to convert one RAID level to another in order to tune storage configurations for maximum performance or data security.
Arrays created with RocketRAID 3700 series adapters are future-proof; Online RAID Roaming allows customers to move existing RAID arrays to other 3700 series RAID controllers, in addition to all future HighPoint RAID products.
Customized Solution Services for SMB Customers
HighPoint offers a range of Customized Solution services for SMB Customers. We can tailor RocketRAID 3700 host bus adapters to meet the requirements of client defined storage applications across Linux, Windows and macOS platforms, and are ready to assist Solution Providers with unique product branding. A full API library is available for integration projects and we offer a variety of Enclosure Management services including SGPIO, SES-2 and I2C.
Solution
Multi-HBA Solution
HighPoint’s multi-HBA (host bus adapter) Non-RAID solution software packages are available for all major operating system platforms including Windows, Linux and macOS. The RocketRAID 3700 device driver enables up to four independent cards to work in unison, and effectively function as a single 64-channel 12G SAS host controller. This innovative approach to direct-attached mass storage connectivity allows customers to simplify the build process, streamline maintenance procedures, and provides dedicated SAS 12Gb/s point-to-point bandwidth for each connected device. The robust, versatile, device driver allows administrators to keep tabs on the operational status of each card and individual storage device via the RocketRAID 3700's intuitive web-based management interface.
External SAS/SATA Storage Solution
The RocketRAID 3742A can now be paired with the Highpoint RocketStor 6414S external JBOD enclosures via our new 8644-8088-1M1 SAS Certified Cable, to support up to 8 external hard drives or SSD’s.
Accessories
HighPoint Certified Cable Accessories
We manufacture a selection of certified data cables for RocketRAID 3700 series 12Gb/s SAS/SATA RAID controllers.
HighPoint Certified Cable accessories are fully compliant with all current technology standards and have been rigorously tested with our RocketRAID series controller cards to ensure maximum transfer performance, secure connectivity, and ease of integration.
As we cannot guarantee secure connectivity, stability or compatibility with unqualified third-party cable accessories or adapters, we recommend that only HighPoint Certified cables be used with our controller products. Learn More
HighPoint 8644-8088-1M1
1M SFF-8644 to SFF-8088 SAS cable
The 8644-8088-1M1 is a 1M SFF-8644 to SFF-8088 12Gb/s SAS cable designed for use with the RocketRAID 3742A RAID controller and RocketStor 6414S SAS/SATA JBOD enclosures.
HighPoint 8644-HSAS-110
1M SFF-8644 SAS to SFF-8644 SAS cable
The 8644-HSAS-110 cable is designed for use with the RocketRAID 3742A RAID controller, and has been tested with a wide range of SAS and SATA hard drives and drive enclosures/rackmounts that support SFF-8644 connectivity.
HighPoint 8643-4SATA-1M
1M SFF-8643 SAS to 4x SATA cable
The 8643-4SATA-1M cable is designed for use with the RocketRAID 3740A, RocketRAD 3742A RAID controllers, and has been tested with a wide range of cost-effective SATA hard drives up to 12TB in capacity.
HighPoint 8643-4SAS-1M
1M SFF-8643 SAS to 4x SFF-8482 SAS cable
The 8643-4SAS-1M cable is designed for use with the RocketRAID 3740A, RocketRAD 3742A RAID controllers, and has been tested with a wide range of enterprise and Pro-NAS class SAS hard drives up to 12TB in capacity.
Specifications
Feature Specifications | |
Bus Interface | 8-lane, 8 GT/s PCI Express 3.0 Compliant |
Number of Channel / Port | 16x 12Gb/s SAS/6Gb/s SATA Channels (RR3740C/3742A) |
8x 12Gb/s SAS/6Gb/s SATA Channels (RR3720C) | |
Data Transfer Rates | Up to 12Gb/s per port |
Port Type | Four SFF-8643 mini-SAS HD (RR3740C) |
Two SFF-8643 mini-SAS HD (RR3720C) | |
Two SFF-8643 / Two SFF-8644 mini-SAS HD (RR3742A) | |
Storage Device Support | 16x SAS/SATA Hard Drive/SSD (RR3740C/3742A) |
8x SAS/SATA Hard Drive/SSD (RR3720C) | |
Note:Only Enterprise and NAS drives are supported. Please click Here for the full HDD Compatibility List. | |
Note:RocketRAID 3700 Series controllers were designed for use with HighPoint RocketStorSeries drive enclosures, and have not been verified with 3rd party enclosures or chassis. | |
Form Factor | Low Profile |
Dimensions | 6.69" W * 2.68" H * 0.67" D (RR3742A) |
5.51"W * 2.48"H * 0.67"D (RR3720C/3740C) | |
RAID Level Support | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and JBOD / Non-RAID Mode |
RAID 6 is not supported on macOS. | |
Bootable RAID 6 arrays are not supported. | |
RAID 1/0 is the equivalent of RAID 10. RAID 5/0 is the equivalent of RAID 50. | |
Operating System Support | Windows 11, 10, 8, 7; Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012R2, 2008; Microsoft Hyper-V; Only supports 64 bit operating system. |
Only supports 64 bit operating system.
• Linux (Support Linux Driver auto Compile)
• Redhat/Ubuntu/Debian/Fedora/Proxmox/Rocky Linux(Kernel 3.10 and later)
• Unraid6.9.2
• Linux Driver can be installed via internet/network connection | |
macOS 10.9 ~ macOS ventura 13.x | |
Mac Intel platform:
Driver embedded into Mac OS 10.12x and later. | |
Mac M1 platform:
The driver needs to be downloaded and installed from the official website. | |
Secure Boot(PC platforms) | Windows: Support Secure Boot Enable Disable |
Linux:Support Secure Boot Disable | |
Advanced RAID Features | |
Flash ROM for Upgradeable BIOS | Yes |
Storage Health Inspector | Yes |
Redundant RAID Configurations | Yes |
BIOS PnP (plug and play) and BBS (BIOS boot specification) support | Yes |
Bootable RAID Array | Yes |
Human Interface Infrastructure Support (HII) | Yes |
Multiple RAID Partitions supported | Yes |
Storage Configurations | Direct Attached |
Multiple RAID Adapters supported | Yes |
Online Array Roaming | Yes |
Online RAID Level Migration (ORLM) - (not supported by macOS) | Yes |
Online Capacity Expansion (OCE) - (not supported by macOS) | Yes |
RAID Quick Initialization for fast array setup | Yes |
Drive hot-plug support | Yes |
Global Hot Spare Disk support | Yes |
Automatic and configurable RAID Rebuilding Priority | Yes |
Auto resume incomplete rebuilding after power on or reboot system | Yes |
Disk Format compatible:512, 512e, 4Kn | Yes |
Spin down Massive Arrays of Idle Disks support | Yes |
Native Command Queuing | Yes |
SAS TCQ | Yes |
Disk media scan and repair | Yes |
Device Error Recovery support | Yes |
Automatic remap and fix drive bad block for RAID array | Redundant RAID Levels (RAID 1, 5, 6, 1/0, 5/0) |
Staggered Drive Spin Up | Yes |
Write Back and Write Through | Yes |
SSD TRIM Mode | Supported by Linux (not supported for Windows or macOS) |
Cross-Sync Support (Not Support Cross RAID) | Yes (Windows, linux , Mac) |
RAID Monitoring and Management Suite | |
RAID Management Suites | BIOS/UEFI,
Browser-Based management tool,
CLI(Command Line Interface- scriptable configuration tool)
API package |
Enclosure Management Interface: SGPIO, SES-2 and I2C(Drive LEDs supported: SGPIO, SES-2 and LED Header) | Yes |
SMTP Email Alert Notification | Yes |
Alarm Buzzer | Yes |
Operating Environment | |
Work Temp | +5°C ~+ 55°C |
Storage Temp | -20°C ~ +80°C |
Operating Voltage | PCI-e: 12V, 3.3V |
Power 14W | |
(12V 1A, 3.3V 0.5A) | |
MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure) | 920,585 Hours |
Compliance Certification | CE FCC RoHS REACH, WEEE |
Kit Contents | |
Retail Box Dimensions | 13.38” L x 7.68” H x 2.76" W (RR3742A) |
6.69" W x 7.83" H x 1.89" D (RR3720C/3740C) | |
Retail Box Weight | 1.09 lbs (RR3742A) |
0.62 lbs (RR3720C) | |
0.64 lbs (RR3740C) | |
Kit Contents | 1x controller card |
1x Low Profile Bracket | |
1x Quick Installation Guide |
Download
BIOS/UEFI | |
UEFI & Hll & BIOS (Only for RR3742A) | Download |
UEFI & Hll & BIOS (Only for RR3740C) | Download |
UEFI & Hll & BIOS (Only for RR3720C) | Download |
Windows | |
Driver for Windows 10, Server 2016 and later (Support Secure Boot Enable & Disable) | Download |
Driver for Windows 7 and later / Windows 2008 and later (Support Secure Boot Disable) | Download |
WebGUI - RAID Management Interface (Support Secure Boot Enable & Disable) | Download |
Linux | |
Data RAID-Linux Open Source Driver （RR3740C & RR3720C） (Support Secure Boot Disable) | Download |
WebGUI - RAID Management Interface (Support Secure Boot Disable) | Download |
Linux Performance Optimization Scripts | Download |
Mac | |
WebGUI - RAID Management Interface (Support Secure Boot Enable & Disable) | Download |
Intel/M1 platform – macOS 10.12 and later | Download |
FreeBSD | |
WebGUI - RAID Management Interface | Download |
Binary Driver | |
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Binary Driver | Download |
Ubuntu Linux Binary Driver | Download |
Rocky Linux Binary Driver | Download |
Fedora Linux Binary Driver | Download |
Debian Linux Binary Driver | Download |
Documentation
Compatibility Document | |
Compatibility list | Download |
User Guides | |
Quick Installation Guide (RR3740A) | Download |
Quick Installation Guide (RR3720C & RR3740C) | Download |
Datasheet | Download |
Windows 10 Quick Installation Guide | Download |
Windows 7 Driver Installation Guide | Download |
Windows UEFI BootRAID Guide | Download |
Mac Driver Manual | Download |
Linux-Auto Compile Driver Feature | Download |
RocketRAID Series RAID Set Up Guide | Download |
HPT CLI Guide | Download |
Linux Performance Optimization Scripts User Guide | Download |
UEFI BIOS ROM update guide | Download |
Install-guide Documents(Debian binary) | Download |
Install-guide Documents(Fedora binary ) | Download |
Install-guide Documents(RHEL binary) | Download |
Boot RAID - Local Installation Guide (Ubuntu Linux) | Download |
Boot RAID - Network Installation Guide (Ubuntu Linux) | Download |
Install-guide Documents( Rocky Linux binary) | Download |
Install-guide Documents( CentOS binary) | Download |
HPT-Accelerate Software User Guide (Linux) | Download |
HPT-Optimize Software User Guide (Linux) | Download |
User Manual | Download |
RAID Controller/Enclosure Port Guide | Download |
Gallery
RocketRAID 3742A
RocketRAID 3720C
RocketRAID 3740C
Product Support
FAQ
Q1: Why does the motherboard BIOS report an “Out of memory” error when more than one product is installed?
Q2: Why can't I see the estimated completion time when Rebuilding, Initializing or Verifying a RAID array using the BIOS utility?
Q3: Why does the alarm not sound when a disk fails or is suddenly removed while using the BIOS or UEFI/CLI/HII utilities?
