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| Product Type | RAID Controller Card |
| Brand | HighPoint |
| Model | RocketRAID 3540 |
| Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
| Supported Drives | SAS and SATA (up to 8 drives) |
| Number of Ports | 8 internal ports (2x SFF-8087 mini-SAS) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6 Gb/s per port |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Controller Chipset | Marvell 88SE9485 |
| Form Factor | Low-profile MD2 bracket |
| Dimensions | 155 mm x 64 mm (approx.) |
| Weight | 100 g (approx.) |
| Power Consumption | 12 W (max) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 80°C |
| Humidity | 5% to 90% non-condensing |
| Cooling | Passive heatsink (no fan) |
| Management | Web-based RAID management software |
| Security Features | Password-protected BIOS configuration |
| Maintenance | Clean with dry cloth only |
| Spare Parts | Not user serviceable; replacement via support |
| Repairability | Professional repair required |
Frequently Asked Questions - RocketRAID 3540 Highpoint
What RAID levels does the RocketRAID 3540 support?
It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexible data protection and performance options.
How many drives can I connect?
You can connect up to 8 SAS or SATA drives using the two internal mini-SAS SFF-8087 connectors.
Does the RocketRAID 3540 support SSD caching?
Yes, it supports SSD caching via HighPoint's management software, allowing you to accelerate data access.
What is the maximum drive capacity supported?
Drives larger than 2TB are supported, allowing you to build high-capacity storage arrays that exceed 20TB (depending on drive size).
Can I use the controller to boot my operating system?
Yes, the card supports bootable arrays with BIOS/UEFI support, making it possible to boot Windows, Linux, or macOS from a RAID volume.
Is a battery backup unit required for cache?
No, the RocketRAID 3540 uses DRAM cache without battery backup, but you can enable write-back caching with a UPS to protect data.
What operating systems are compatible?
It supports Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems. Drivers are available for Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and major Linux distributions.
How do I manage the RAID arrays?
Use the provided Web-based RAID Manager (WebRAID) interface to create, configure, and monitor arrays, as well as set up alerts.
What should I do if the card is not recognized by the system?
Check that the card is seated properly in a PCIe 3.0 x8 or higher slot, ensure the power supply is adequate, and verify that the latest drivers are installed.
Does the card fit in a low-profile chassis?
Yes, it comes with a low-profile bracket, so it fits in 2U servers and small form factor cases.
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Brand : Highpoint
Model : RocketRAID 3540
Category : Controller