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RED ROCKET-X INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Optimized for the 6K RED DRAGON
®
sensor, the RED ROCKET-X
®
is designed to accelerate your R3D workflow.
The RED ROCKET-X processes and transcodes files up to 5 times faster than the RED ROCKET
®
. A redesigned
chassis works to protect the card, which uses a full-length x16 PCIe port for installation in your Mac
®
Pro (mod-
els Early 2009, Mid 2010, and Mid 2012), Thunderbolt
TM
expansion chassis, PCIe expansion chassis, or PC.
The RED ROCKET-X supports all EPIC, SCARLET, and RED ONE formats.
NOTE: You can install and use a RED ROCKET and a RED ROCKET-X in the same system. However, you will only
be able to use one (1) of these cards at a time. For example, DaVinci Resolve can access a RED ROCKET while
REDCINE-X PRO accesses a RED ROCKET-X.
NOTE: The RED ROCKET-X neither requires nor supports the RED ROCKET Breakout Box. The RED ROCKET
Breakout Box is only compatible with the RED ROCKET.
NOTE: RED ROCKET-X currently does not provide video output. Video output will be enabled in a future firmware
upgrade.
SCOPE OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS
In order to install the RED ROCKET-X system, you should have experience with installing hardware components
in a computer system and be familiar with the hardware structure and interior of such a system. Additionally,
you should have general knowledge in the field of digital video and be comfortable working with computer
software.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED HARDWARE
The computer system must meet the following hardware requirements in order to use the RED ROCKET-X:
PCIe slot that accepts a x16 card, and has 16 lanes of data for maximum performance
Physical space to accommodate the 12" RED ROCKET-X card
One (1) 6-pin PCIe power cable (for Thunderbolt expansion chassis and PC installations)
2048 MB RAM
SUPPORTED HARDWARE
The RED ROCKET-X can be installed in any of the following:
Mac Pro
Thunderbolt expansion chassis
PCIe expansion chassis
PC
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RED ROCKET-X
OVERVIEW