HighPoint SSD7540 8-Port PCIe 4.0 x16 M.2 NVMe RAID Controller

HighPoint Technologies, Inc. launches the SSD7540, at 8-Port PCIe 4.0 x16 M.2 NVMe RAID controller.

Powered by a Gen4 switch chipset and the latest iteration of the company’s fast NVMe RAID engine, the SSD7540 is capable of delivering Gen4 transfer performance while supporting up to 64TB of storage.

8xM.2 Ports @ x16 PCIe 4.0 transfer speed
The SSD7540 boasts high port-count and performance capability of any single-controller M.2 NVMe RAID solution. Each of the 8 independent M.2 ports can support any off-the-shelf Gen4 or Gen3 NVMe SSD, up to 8TB in size.

The SSD7540’s NVMe RAID engine and has been fine-tuned for native PCIe Gen4 hardware platforms, and can take advantage of the dedicated PCIe Gen 4 x16 host connectivity to deliver 28,000MB/s of transfer performance.

Independent PCIe Gen 4 NVMe RAID storage solution for AMD and Intel platforms
Unlike most PCIe Gen4 NVMe storage devices in marketplace, which are tied to a specific hardware platform or brand of SSD or motherboard, SSD7500 series controllers are independent NVMe RAID solutions.

SSD7500 series controllers do not require motherboard platforms with Bifurcation support, or any specialized software released by SSD manufactures; any AMD-based system with a dedicated PCIe 4.0 x16 slot can now take advantage of fast storage solution. This NVMe RAID stack was designed for high-end workstation and server environments, and intelligently utilize multi-core processors to maximize the performance potential of Gen4 NVMe storage.

In addition, SSD7500 series controllers are backwards compatible with Intel PCIe 3.0 platforms, enabling customers to take advantage of advanced Gen 4 storage media without migrating to a new computing environment.

Cooling solution ensures sustained Gen 4 transfer performance
Maximizing Gen4 NVMe storage performance without the proper implementation of modern cooling apparatus is a risky proposition. This is especially true for Gen4 M.2 configurations. PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD’s generate considerable heat under heavy load, and these SSDs are often housed directly within the NVMe solution itself; outside the reach of the platform’s cooling fans. To combat the threat of overheating, the SSD7540 employs a new redesign of firm’s proven NVMe cooling system. The company’s Low-Noise Hyper-Cooling solution ensures M.2 NVMe SSD’s consistently operate within their recommended temperature thresholds, even under sustained I/O, by combining a full-length anodized aluminum heat sink with a pair of ultra-durable, near-silent fans, and high-conductivity thermal pad. This efficient cooling system rapidly transfers waste- heat away from critical NVMe and controller componentry, without introducing unwanted distraction into your work environment.

Platform support
The SSD7540 NVME RAID controller can be integrated into any modern computer platform. Software support is available for major OS platforms including Linux distributions, macOS and Windows, and the controller hardware is backwards compatible with Intel PCIe Gen 3 platforms. In addition compatible with Gen4 and Gen3 Storage Media: SSD7500 series controllers can maximize the performance of any SSD configuration.

The SSD7540 is a bandwidth upgrades for Gen3 SSD’s, and applications that require transfer speeds between 15,000 and 24,000 MB/s. Gen3 SSD’s offer 25% savings over equivalent Gen 4 models, and superior PCIe 4.0 bandwidth ensures performance for both RAID and non-RAID storage configurations.

NVMe RAID management
When it comes to maintaining critical storage configurations, each customer has specific needs and preferences.

The Web RAID Management Interface (WebGUI) is a simple, web-based management tool and is for customers who are new to RAID technology.

The CLI (command line interface) is a text-only management interface designed for advanced users and professional administrators. User guides are available for both interfaces are available from each controller’s ‘Software Updates webpage’.

Both interfaces were designed to streamline NVMe storage management. Customers can track TBW (Terabytes Written) and the temperature of each individual NVMe SSD, ensure the SSD7000 controller is using the fastest available PCIe slot, configure an event log with email notification, and monitor the status of critical RAID configurations in person or remotely via an Internet connection.

SSD7500 Series NVMe RAID controllers:

SSD7540 – PCIe 4.0 x16 /8x M.2 Ports – MSRP $999.00, shipping early November, 2020
SSD7580 – PCIe 4.0 x16 /8x U.2 Ports – MSRP $999.00, target shipping in December 2020
SSD7505 – PCIe 4.0 x16 /4x M.2 Ports – MSRP $599.00, shipping.

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