Highpoint Rocket 1624L – PCIe x16 Host Bus Adapter for 2 MCIO 8i Connectors
The Highpoint Rocket 1624L is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) for expanding storage capacity in servers and workstations. With two MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016) connectors, it enables connection of modern NVMe or SAS SSDs via PCI-Express x16.
2x MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016) for high bandwidth and low latency – ideal for data-intensive applications
PCI-Express x16 v5 interface for maximum throughput
Full- and Low-Profile form factor – flexible installation in various chassis
No RAID complexity – pure HBA for direct storage access without overhead
Unlike RAID controllers, the Rocket 1624L operates as a pure host bus adapter without imposing a RAID layer on the drives. This reduces latency and complexity – ideal for applications requiring raw throughput. Support for MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016) is a forward-looking standard for high-speed storage connections.
Ideal for...
Server and workstation operators who want to connect NVMe SSDs or SAS drives directly. Perfect for virtualized environments, databases, content delivery, and other I/O-intensive workloads.
How to use the Rocket 1624L
Install the card in a free PCI-Express x16 slot. Connect the MCIO 8i connectors with appropriate cables to the target drives. The HBA is recognized by the operating system without additional drivers (depending on the chipset). Configuration is done via the UEFI interface or the operating system.
Highpoint Technologies is a US manufacturer of high-performance RAID controllers and host bus adapters. The products are designed for server and workstation environments, offering high data throughput and compatibility with current interface standards.
The Highpoint Rocket 1624L is a Host Bus Adapter (HBA) with two MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016) connectors that provides a direct connection between PCI-Express x16 and NVMe or SAS drives.
No, the Rocket 1624L is a pure HBA without RAID functionality. It does not offer any hardware or software RAID support and operates as a passthrough adapter.
The card supports both Full-Height and Low-Profile form factors. A Low-Profile bracket is usually included.
The card features two MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016) connectors. Separate MCIO cables are required to connect the drives.
Highpoint provides a manufacturer warranty of 24 months.
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