| Product Type | Storage Controllers |
| Manufacturer | HighPoint Technologies, Inc. |
| Model | RU1144E |
| Form Factor | Full-Height |
| Slot Interface | PCI Express 2.0 x4 |
| Host Bus Adapter (HBA) | Yes |
| Power Consumption | 9.6W (Max) |
| Hot Plug / Hot Swap Support | Yes |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows, Linux, macOS (excluding Apple M2 platform) |
HighPoint RU1144E PCIe 2.0 x4 USB & eSATA Storage Controller
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- PCI Express 2.0 x4 interface for high-speed data throughput
- 2x USB 3.0 Type-A ports with 5 Gb/s transfer rate
- 2x eSATA ports supporting 6 Gb/s SATA connections
- Hot-plug and hot-swap compatible for flexible device management
- Full-height form factor with compact dimensions (3.74" x 3.78" x 0.3")
- Cross-platform support for Windows, Linux, and Mac (non-M2)
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- Offers combined USB and eSATA connectivity for versatile external device integration
- Ideal for professional environments requiring hot-swap capable storage solutions
- Broad OS compatibility ensures hassle-free deployment across mixed-system infrastructures
Product Overview
The HighPoint Technologies RU1144E is a PCIe 2.0 x4 host bus adapter (HBA) featuring dual 5 Gb/s USB Type-A and dual 6 Gb/s eSATA ports. It supports hot-plug and hot-swap capability and is housed in a full-height form factor designed for seamless integration into desktop and workstation systems. With support for Windows, Linux, and Mac platforms (excluding Apple M2), and RoHS compliance, the RU1144E delivers high-speed connectivity in a compact, reliable package perfect for expanding external storage options.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Width | 3.74 Inch |
| Depth | 3.78 Inch |
| Height | 0.3 Inch |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 40°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 85°C |
| Relative Humidity | 10% to 90% (Non-condensing) |
| Cooling | Passive Heat Sink |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Bundled Software | HighPoint WebGUI for monitoring and configuration |
| Driver Availability | Downloadable from HighPoint website |
| Firmware Upgradeable | Yes |
Service & Support
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Technical Support | Email and Online Portal Support |
Interfaces
| Interface Type | PCIe 2.0 x4 |
| USB Ports | 2x USB 3.0 Type-A (5 Gb/s) |
| eSATA Ports | 2x eSATA 6 Gb/s |
| Total Ports | 4 |
| SATA Channel Count | 4 |
| Data Transfer Rate (USB) | Up to 5 Gb/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (eSATA) | Up to 6 Gb/s |
| Controller Interface Type | SATA 6 Gb/s |
Compliance & Origin
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| Country of Origin | China |
| TAA Compliant | No |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
| UPC | 643653114474 |
Advanced Security Features
| Drive Encryption Support | Dependent on OS/Software |
| RAID Support | Software RAID (OS-dependent) |
