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| Product Type | External Thunderbolt 3 Dual M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure |
| Brand | HighPoint |
| Model | RocketStor 8631C |
| Drive Bay | 2 x M.2 (2242, 2260, 2280) |
| Drive Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe |
| RAID Modes | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, PM (Passthrough) |
| Thunderbolt 3 Ports | 2 (1 host, 1 daisy-chain) |
| Host Interface | Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) up to 40 Gbps |
| Cooling | Fanless, passive aluminum heatsink |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum alloy |
| Power Adapter | External DC 12V / 3A (100-240V AC input) |
| Dimensions | 128 x 77 x 22 mm (approx.) |
| Weight | 520 g (approx.) |
| Compatibility | macOS 10.13+ / Windows 10+ with Thunderbolt 3 |
| LED Indicators | Power, drive activity |
| Data Security | Hardware RAID supports redundancy |
| Included Accessories | Thunderbolt 3 cable, M.2 screws, screwdriver |
| Management Software | HighPoint SSD Monitoring Toolkit |
| Cleaning | Wipe exterior with soft dry cloth |
| Repairability | SSDs are replaceable; no user-serviceable internal parts |
Frequently Asked Questions - RocketStor 8631C Highpoint
How to install M.2 SSDs in the RocketStor 8631C?
Remove the top cover, insert your M.2 NVMe SSD into the slot at an angle, press down and secure it with the included mounting screw. The drive bay supports sizes 2242, 2260 and 2280.
What RAID modes are supported?
It supports RAID 0 for performance, RAID 1 for mirroring, JBOD for independent disks, and PM (Passthrough) for non-RAID operation. You can select the mode using the built-in switch or software.
Can I use this enclosure with a MacBook Pro?
Yes, the RocketStor 8631C is compatible with macOS 10.13 or higher on Macs with a Thunderbolt 3 port. It is plug-and-play with Apple M1 and newer chips.
Does it require an external power adapter?
Yes, the enclosure comes with a 12V DC external power adapter. This is necessary to provide reliable power to two M.2 NVMe SSDs, unlike bus-powered enclosures.
Can I use SATA M.2 drives in this enclosure?
No, the RocketStor 8631C is designed for PCIe NVMe M.2 SSDs only. SATA M.2 drives will not work.
What is the maximum SSD capacity supported?
There is no official capacity limit, but the enclosure supports the latest high-capacity NVMe SSDs up to 2TB per slot (or larger depending on market availability, as M.2 standard evolves).
How do I set up RAID 0 or RAID 1?
Use the selector switch on the rear panel to choose RAID mode, then format the drives using the appropriate utility. Refer to the manual for detailed steps. Note that switch changes must be done when the device is off.
Can I daisy-chain another Thunderbolt device to the enclosure?
Yes, the second Thunderbolt 3 port allows daisy-chaining up to 6 additional Thunderbolt devices from a single host port.
How to monitor the temperature and health of the SSDs?
The HighPoint SSD Monitoring Toolkit provides real-time SMART health, temperature, and performance data for each installed drive. It is compatible with both Windows and macOS.
Is the enclosure compatible with Windows?
Yes, it works with Windows 10 and later as long as your system has a certified Thunderbolt 3 port with the Intel NVM firmware installed. The HighPoint drivers are required.
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Brand : Highpoint
Model : RocketStor 8631C
Category : Computer Case