ICY DOCK ToughArmor MB998V4P-B 8-Bay U.2/U.3 NVMe SSD PCIe 4.0 Mobile Rack Enclosure for 5.25-Inch Bay (4 x SlimSAS 8i SFF-8654)

The ICY DOCK ToughArmor MB998V4P-B is a high-performance 8-bay U.2/U.3 NVMe SSD mobile rack enclosure designed to fit into a single 5.25-inch optical drive bay. With PCIe 4.0 support and four SlimSAS 8i (SFF-8654) host interfaces, it delivers blazing-fast data transfer speeds of up to 64Gb/s per drive, making it ideal for enterprise storage, data centers, and high-end workstations.

Advantages

Maximize storage density with eight 2.5-inch U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs in a single 5.25-inch bay. Hot-swap capability allows for easy drive replacement without system downtime. The full metal construction (aluminum and steel) ensures durability and effective heat dissipation. Dual 40mm cooling fans with adjustable speed (High/Low/Off) maintain optimal operating temperatures. A key lock provides physical security for your drives.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers and data centers requiring high-speed NVMe storage
• Video editing and content creation workstations
• High-performance computing (HPC) and AI/ML applications
• IT professionals needing reliable hot-swap storage solutions

Key specifications

• Drive Interface: U.2 / U.3 NVMe SSD
• Number of Drive Bays: 8
• Compatible Drive Size: 2.5-inch (5-15mm height)
• Host Interface: 4 x SlimSAS 8i (SFF-8654)
• PCIe Generation: PCIe 4.0
• Max Data Transfer Rate: Up to 64Gb/s per drive
• Installation Bay: Single 5.25-inch optical drive bay
• Cooling: 2 x 40mm fans (High/Low/Off)
• Material: Full metal (aluminum & steel)
• Power Connector: 2 x 15-pin SATA power
• Security: Key lock
• LED Indicators: Drive power, activity, fan status
• Hot-Swap: Yes
• Drive Connector Lifespan: 10,000+ insertion/removal cycles
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
• Humidity: 5% - 95% RH (non-condensing)
• Certifications: CE, RoHS, REACH, FCC

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use enterprise-grade U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs and ensure your system supports PCIe 4.0 and SlimSAS connectivity. The enclosure requires two SATA power connectors from the power supply.