HighPoint RocketStor 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure

BH #HIRKSTR6628A • MFR #ROCKETSTOR 6628A
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HighPoint RocketStor 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure
Key Features
  • 8 x 3.5/2.5" SATA/SAS Drive Bays
  • 2 x Thunderbolt 3 Ports
  • RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, & JBOD
  • Up to 2400 MB/s in RAID 0 with SSDs
The RocketStor 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure from HighPoint is built for users looking for a customizable storage solution. It features Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, which offers data transfer rates of up to 40 Gb/s so you can quickly access as well as transfer data between devices. This enclosure supports up to eight 3.5" or 2.5" SATA or SAS hard drives or solid-state drives, and has an LED indicator to notify you when it's on or currently active. Additionally, its Thunderbolt 3 is compatible with USB Type-C, which has a reversible interface so you can connect cables in either orientation. For heat dissipation, this enclosure is equipped with two 80mm fans with intelligent monitoring that keeps temperatures constant and your hardware operational. Once set up, you can use RocketStor's web-based management utility to easily set up and manage your RAID configuration.
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HighPoint 6628A Overview

The RocketStor 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure from HighPoint is built for users looking for a customizable storage solution. It features Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, which offers data transfer rates of up to 40 Gb/s so you can quickly access as well as transfer data between devices. This enclosure supports up to eight 3.5" or 2.5" SATA or SAS hard drives or solid-state drives, and has an LED indicator to notify you when it's on or currently active. Additionally, its Thunderbolt 3 is compatible with USB Type-C, which has a reversible interface so you can connect cables in either orientation. For heat dissipation, this enclosure is equipped with two 80mm fans with intelligent monitoring that keeps temperatures constant and your hardware operational. Once set up, you can use RocketStor's web-based management utility to easily set up and manage your RAID configuration.

Thunderbolt 3
Thunderbolt 3 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB Type-C connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB 3.1 at up to 10 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort 1.2 allows you to connect up to two 4K displays simultaneously.
Built for Professionals
The RocketStor 6628 is accessible using a web-based management utility, which lets you create any type of RAID array in a few steps. It also provides you with more advanced options such as choosing specific block sizes, enabling DV mode for digital media projects, designating spare disks for recovery, and scheduling routine maintenance sessions.
Efficient Storage Cooling Solution
The RocketStor 6628 8-Bay NAS enclosure features two built-in 80mm fans to help keep your drives cool and operational. Moreover, proactive monitoring systems will automatically adjust the fan speed for optimal cooling efficiency.
Safeguard Your Storage Investments
  • Intuitive LED Indicators: Activity - Blinking blue, Power on - Solid blue, Fail - Solid red, Identify - Blinking red.
  • Intelligent Fan Control: Automatically adjusts fan speeds to maintain consistent temperature and noise.
  • Audible Alarms: Configurable to notify you in case of overheating or device failure.
  • Configurable Event Notification: Get RAID Storage Health status updates anytime and anywhere via Email.
Uncompromised RAID Architecture
  • Hardware RAID 5/6: Hardware RAID 5 and 6 provides you with protection from 1 or 2 disk failures. Meanwhile, RocketStor Storage Health Inspector maintain the health of arrays.
  • HighPoint DV Mode: DV Mode Technology manages the flow of large data blocks and write-back caching to minimize latency and ensure consistent performance for media applications.
  • Robust RAID Protection: The built-in NVRAM tracks in-progress writes to preserve the integrity of the data and streamlines recovery in case of a failure or crash.
  • Open-Box Storage Solution: As a RAID enclosure, you'll have the option to install the number and type of drives you need.
UPC: 643653662814

HighPoint 6628A Specs

Key Specs
RAID
Yes: Supported RAID Modes: 0 / 1 / 5 / 6 / JBOD
Number of Bays
8x 2.5"/3.5" SAS, SATA
Inputs/Outputs
2x USB-C Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s)
Drives
RAID
Yes: Supported RAID Modes: 0 / 1 / 5 / 6 / JBOD
General
Number of Bays
8x 2.5"/3.5" SAS, SATA
Inputs/Outputs
2x USB-C Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s)
Media Card Slots
No
Security
Encryption
No
Electrical
Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
PSU
1 x 250 W
Physical
Operating Conditions
37 to 77°F / 5 to 45°C at 8 to 90% Humidity
Certifications
RoHS, WEEE
Cooling
2x 80 mm Fans
Dimensions
13 x 10.1 x 5.7" / 33 x 25.7 x 14.5 cm
Weight
12.9 lb / 5.8 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
14.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.7 x 13.7 x 9.4"

HighPoint 6628A Reviews

6628T works fine, 6628A nothing but trouble!

By Martin
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2020-09-14

I bought a 6628A to back up my 6628T unit that has worked perfectly for two years and conintues to give 1000+ MBps transfer rates. The 6628A has been nothing but trouble. With many tries and great patience I finally got the 6628A to work as a 64TB array, but it only gave 300 MBps transfer rates. When I tried reconfiguring the 6628A array, now the unit rejects the Rocketstor software altogether. This even though my 8-drive 6628T array continues to work perfectly. I am totally puzzled by all of this, and can get no response from Highpoint Tech even though they are just down the road from me here in the Bay Area. Very frustrating!

It works

By Stephen
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-02-23

I bought this to replace an older array. It works as described.

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Does this support encryption?

Does this support encryption?
Asked by: Andrew
Yes, you can use encryption software with the Highpoint RocketStor Enclosure.
Answered by: Geoffrey
Date published: 2022-03-31

Can each thunderbolt be used to connect a ...

Can each thunderbolt be used to connect a different host computer so each can access drives at the same time?
Asked by: james
The two ports are for daisy chaining devices but only one computer can be attached to a DAS at once.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2022-02-24

is this product compatible with mac studio 2023, ...

is this product compatible with mac studio 2023, sequia 15.0 in raid 0?
Asked by: jorge
Yes, the HighPoint RocketStor 8-Bay Thunderbolt 3 RAID Enclosure is compatible with a 2023 Mac Studio on macOS Sequoia in a RAID 0 configuration.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2024-10-02
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