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HighPoint RocketRAID 2720SGL
8 SAS/SATA lanes, 2×SFF-8087. This model-specific archival record distinguishes documented product facts from platform-level compatibility assumptions.
MODEL SCOPE: HighPoint RocketRAID 2720SGL. Confirm board revision, exact product label, firmware, bracket, and accessories before installation.
Reference specifications
| Model identifier | HighPoint RocketRAID 2720SGL |
|---|---|
| Host bus | PCIe 2.0 x8 |
| Interfaces and protocols | 8 SAS/SATA lanes, 2×SFF-8087 |
| Controller / chipset | Marvell 88SE9485 family; RocketRAID host RAID |
| Driver and operating-system notes | HighPoint driver/WebGUI, version-specific OS support |
| Compatibility and archival notes | RAID and boot behavior depend on firmware/driver; arrays may not move to other controllers. |
Compatibility, care & archival notes
- RAID and boot behavior depend on firmware/driver; arrays may not move to other controllers.
- Record PCB/revision identifiers, subsystem IDs, firmware and supplied accessories; OEM and retail versions may differ.
- Retain a verified backup and known-good driver/firmware before changing a working legacy configuration.
Sources & further reading
- Manufacturer — HighPoint RocketRAID 2720SGL product referenceVendor reference for the named model or family; confirm exact revision and current archived manual.
- PCI-SIG — PCI Express specificationsBus terminology; physical slot fit does not guarantee electrical compatibility.
- Linux kernel — PCI support documentationGeneral enumeration reference, not a promise of support for every device feature.