HighPoint SSD7104 User manual

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SSD7104/SSD7204
4x M.2 Port to PCIe 3.0x8/x16 NVMe RAID Controller
Quick Installation Guide
V1.02

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SSD7104/SSD7204 Quick Installation Guide (QIG)
This guide includes hardware descriptions of the SSD7104 and
SSD7204 NVMe RAID controllers, explains how to safely install
NVMe SSD’s into each card, and provides a series of Resource links
for additional installation guides, compatibility lists and software
updates.

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SSD7104 Kit Content
SSD7104 Controller Card
Quick Installation Guide
SSD7204 Kit Content
SSD7204 Controller Card
Quick Installation Guide

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Data RAID Prerequisites
Data arrays are used exclusively for storage – they cannot be used to
boot a system.
1. You must have at least one NVMe SSD installed into 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.

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SSD7104 Hardware
Front View
Full-length black anodized, fan-less heatsink
PCIe x16 host interface with Smart Switching

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SSD7204 Hardware
Front View
Full-length black anodized, fan-less heatsink
PCIe x8 host interface with Smart Switching

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NVMe Drive Installation:
Take SSD7204 as an example:
Step 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.
Step 2. These 4 screws are used to install the NVMe SSD’s.

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The SSD7204 can support any M.2 form factor (2242, 2260, 2280,
and 22110).
Step 3. Please remove the screws on the right side of SSD7204
Step 4. Gently insert the SSD into the slot.
Step 5. Refasten the screw to secure the SSD.
Repeat Steps 3 to 5 to install the remaining SSD.
Note: Make sure the SSD’s are carefully, but securely installed into
each M.2 port. Loose connections can cause a variety of stability
and performance issues, and may ultimately result in data loss.
The following example shows four SSD 970 EVO Plus installed into
Ports 1 and 4;

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Step 6. Replace the heat sink after installing all SSDs
Step 7. On the rear of the SSD7204, refasten the six screws that were
removed in step 1.
Note
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Make sure the aluminum cover is properly aligned with the
controller board (PCB), and that it makes full contact with the thermal
pad, before refastening it to the SSD7204. If the cover is improperly
installed, the fan and thermal pad will be unable to sufficiently cool the
NVMe SSD’s and controller componentry, which may result in damage
to the SSD’s or controller hardware, performance loss, unstable I/O,
and the loss of data.

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Note: Please be sure to connect NVMe before using the product to
reduce the occurrence of unnecessary errors!
Note: Install the driver in the system first and then install the board!
Resources
A variety of manuals, guides and FAQ’s are available for the SSD7104
/SSD7204 RAID controller.
In addition, we recommend visiting the Software Downloads webpage
for the latest drivers, management interfaces, and installation guides.
Software Download:
SSD7104 Driver, WebGUI, Installation Guide
https://highpoint-tech.com/USA_new/series-ssd7104-download.htm
SSD7204 Driver, WebGUI, Installation Guide
https://highpoint-tech.com/USA_new/series-ssd7204-download.htm
Other Reference Information:
Motherboard & NVMe SSD Compatibility List
SSD7104 User Guide – How To Set Up & Monitor RAID Array
https://highpoint-tech.com/USA_new/series-ssd7104-resource.htm

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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 SSD7104/SSD7204
drive, or have any 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/websupport/
HighPoint Technologies, Inc. websites:
https://www.highpoint-tech.com
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