ICY DOCK EXLink MB308A PCIe 4.0 x16 NVMe Adapter Card with 2 x SlimSAS 8i (SFF-8654) Connectors & Redriver

The ICY DOCK EXLink MB308A is a high-performance PCIe 4.0 x16 NVMe adapter card designed to connect up to 8 NVMe SSDs via two SlimSAS 8i (SFF-8654) connectors. Featuring a built-in PCIe 4.0 redriver for signal enhancement, this adapter ensures reliable data transfer at speeds up to 64 GB/s. Ideal for data centers, workstations, and high-performance computing environments, the MB308A requires PCIe bifurcation support (x4x4x4x4, x8x4x4, or x8x8) to function optimally.

Advantages

Unlock the full potential of your NVMe SSDs with the ICY DOCK EXLink MB308A. By leveraging PCIe 4.0 technology and a redriver, this adapter delivers exceptional bandwidth and signal integrity, making it perfect for demanding applications such as video editing, AI training, and large-scale data storage. Its driverless, OS-independent design ensures plug-and-play compatibility across various platforms.

Suitable for

• Data centers requiring high-density NVMe storage
• Workstations for video production, 3D rendering, and scientific computing
• Enterprise servers needing scalable, high-speed storage solutions
• Enthusiasts building high-performance PCs with multiple NVMe drives

Key specifications

• Host Interface: PCIe 4.0 x16 (backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 x16)
• External Connectors: 2 x SlimSAS 8i (SFF-8654)
• Supported Drive Type: NVMe SSD (via SlimSAS backplane/enclosure)
• Number of NVMe Drives Supported: Up to 8 (4 per SlimSAS 8i connector)
• PCIe Lane Configuration: PCIe 4.0 x8 per SlimSAS 8i connector
• Maximum Data Transfer Rate: Up to 64 GB/s (PCIe 4.0 x16 theoretical)
• Signal Enhancement: Built-in PCIe 4.0 Redriver
• Bifurcation Requirement: PCIe Bifurcation support required (x4x4x4x4, x8x4x4, or x8x8)
• Form Factor: Standard Height PCIe Card
• Bracket Type: Full-height bracket
• LED Indicators: Drive activity LED for each SlimSAS port
• Power Source: PCIe Bus Power
• Operating System Support: OS Independent (Driverless)
• Material: PCB with Metal Bracket

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your motherboard supports PCIe bifurcation. Pair with ICY DOCK's SlimSAS backplanes or enclosures to create a complete NVMe storage solution. The MB308A is an excellent choice for expanding storage capacity without sacrificing speed.