HIGHPOINT R1120 4x U.2 Port to PCIe 3.0×1
System Requirements
PC Requirements
- System with a free PCIe 3.0 (or 4.0) x16 slot
- Windows 11, 10 / Server 2022, 2019, 2016, Microsoft Hyper-V
- RHEL/Debian/Ubuntu/Fedora/Proxmox/XenServer (Linux kernel 3.10 and later)
- macOS 10.13.6 ~ macOS 13.x
- FreeBSD 12.1 and later
Kit Contents
- R1120 Controller Card
- Quick Installation Guide
Overview
Front View
R1120 Hardware Installation
- Remove your system cover.
- Insert the R1120 card into an open PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16 slot on the motherboard.
- After you have inserted the R1120 card, you can connect the SFF-8643 cable.
- Shown above is an SFF-8643 to U.2 SFF-8639 cable with a 15-pin SATA power connector. Connect the R1120 to the NVMe SSDs using the appropriate SFF-8643 cables.
- Close the system cover and power up the system with HIGHPOINT R1120 4x U.2 Port to PCIe 3.0×1.
Resources
Various manuals, guides, and FAQs are available for the SSD7749M2NVMe RAID AIC. In addition, we recommend visiting the Software Downloads webpage for the latest drivers and RAID Management software.
- For Software Downloads, Documentation, and more product information
- Visit: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/nvme-individual/ssd7749m2
- FAQ & Troubleshooting
- Visit: http://helpjuice.com
Customer Support
If you encounter any problems while utilizing the SSD7749M2 or have questions about this or any other HighPoint Technologies, Inc. product, feel free to contact our Customer Support Department.
- Web Support: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/support-and-services HighPoint Technologies, Inc.
- websites: https://www.highpoint-tech.com
FAQs
Q: Does the R1120 support PCIe Gen4 SSDs?
Ans: Although Gen4 SSDs are backward compatible, using this adaptor will cause them to function at Gen3 speeds.
Q: Is the R1120 a RAID controller?
Ans: No. As a non-RAID (HBA) adaptor, the R1120 merely gives U.2 SSDs PCIe lanes. The OS or program must be used to configure RAID.
Q: Do I need drivers for the R1120 to work?
Ans: Drivers are not needed. Modern operating systems recognise SSDs as standard NVMe devices, and the adapter is completely plug-and-play.
Q: Can I boot from a U.2 SSD connected via the R1120?
Ans: Yes, provided the PCIe slot allows NVMe boot from the motherboard BIOS/UEFI. Verify the vendor documentation because not all systems do.
Q: Which cables do I need to connect the U.2 drives?
Ans: Depending on your chassis configuration, you will require MiniSAS HD (SFF-8643) to U.2 (SFF-8639) connections or suitable backplane wire.
Q: Can I mix different SSD brands or capacities on the same card?
Ans: Indeed. The R1120 merely travels via PCIe lanes. The OS manages drive type and vendor