The ICY DOCK ToughArmor MB998SK-B is a robust 8-bay backplane designed to accommodate 2.5" SATA and SAS SSDs/HDDs in a full metal chassis. This device is perfect for users needing a reliable and efficient method to manage multiple drives within a single 5.25" drive bay.
With features such as hot-swap capability, drive security with a keylock, and advanced cooling systems, this backplane ensures optimal performance and safe handling of your valuable data.
The Icy Dock ToughArmor MB998SK-B is an 8-bay backplane designed for integrating 2.5" SATA and SAS SSDs/HDDs into a single external 5.25" drive bay. This unit supports up to eight 2.5" drives with a maximum height of 7mm per drive. It connects via eight SATA 7-pin host interfaces and is powered by two 15-pin SATA power connectors, providing transfer rates up to 6Gbps. The full metal chassis ensures durability for business and IT environments requiring dense storage solutions. Key features include hot-swap capability for efficient drive management, a 2-segment keylock for drive security, and dual 40mm fans for active cooling. This backplane is suitable for applications needing to consolidate multiple drives, such as server builds, workstations, or industrial PCs, where space optimization and reliable data access are critical.
The Icy Dock ToughArmor MB998SK-B is compatible with 2.5" SATA and SAS SSDs/HDDs. It supports single-channel SAS drives.
The package includes the device, a user manual, an ID Plug, 42 screws, two fan speed reduction cables, and two lock keys.
The enclosure features two 40mm fans for active drive cooling. It also includes two fan speed reduction cables for quieter operation if desired.
Yes, the Icy Dock ToughArmor MB998SK-B supports hot-swap functionality, allowing drives to be added or removed while the system is running.
MB998SK-B - Icy Dock ToughArmor MB998SK-B 8-Bay 2.5" SSD/HDD Backplane