HIGHPOINT SSD7104/SSD7204 RAID Controller Installation Guide

HIGHPOINT SSD7104/SSD7204 RAID Controller

Introduction

This guide includes hardware descriptions of the SSD7104 and SSD7204 NVMe RAID controllers, explains how to safely install NVMe SSDs into each HIGHPOINT SSD7104/SSD7204 RAID Controller card, and provides a series of Resource links for additional installation guides, compatibility lists, and software updates.

Kit Content

• SSD7104 Controller Card
• Quick Installation Guide
• SSD7204 Controller Card
• Quick Installation Guide

Data RAID Prerequisites

1. You must have at least one NVMe SSD installed in the SSD7104/SSD7204 controller.
2. The SSD7104 must be installed into a PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 x16 lanes.
3. The SSD7204 must be installed into a PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 x8 or x16 lanes.
4. Operating system
   • Windows 10 / Windows 2016 / Windows 2019
   • A Linux Distribution with Kernel 3.10 and later
   • macOS 10.13 and later
5. A motherboard that can support UEFI modes. Please check the SSD7104 Compatibility List and SSD7204 Compatibility List for recommended motherboards.

• SSD7104 Hardware 

Front View

• SSD7204 Hardware

Front View

Installation

1. On the rear of the SSD7204, remove the six screws that secure the unit’s heat sink to the PCB. After removing the screws, carefully remove the heat sink from the SSD7204.
2. These 4 screws are used to install the NVMe SSDs. The SSD7204 can support any M.2 form factor (2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110).
3. Please remove the screws on the right side of SSD7204
4. Gently insert the SSD into the slot.
5. Refasten the screw to secure the SSD. Repeat Steps 3 to 5 to install the remaining SSD.
   The following example shows four SSD 970 EVO Plus installed into Ports 1 and .;
6. Replace the heat sink after installing all SSDs
7. On the rear of the SSD7204, refasten the six screws that were removed in step 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

Other Reference Information

SSD7104 User Guide – How To Set Up & Monitor RAID Array

• https://highpoint-tech.com/USA_new/series-ssd7104-resource.htm

SSD7204 User Guide – How To Set Up & Monitor RAID Array

• https://highpoint-tech.com/USA_new/series-ssd7204-resource.htm

FAQ & Troubleshooting

• https://highpoint-tech.com/USA_new/support-faq-nvme.htm

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