Interface Card Icy Dock MB987M2P-1B

The Interface Card Icy Dock MB987M2P-1B is an internal M.2 interface card designed to add high-speed M.2 connectivity to desktop systems through a PCIe host interface. The card presents a black and silver finish and uses passive cooling to manage thermal load while maintaining a compact footprint. With support for data transfer rates up to 32 Gbit/s, it is aimed at users who need reliable, high-bandwidth connections for M.2 storage devices or other M.2 modules.

Advantages

The card provides a direct PCIe connection to M.2 devices, enabling sustained high transfer speeds and low-latency access. Passive cooling reduces noise and eliminates moving parts, increasing system reliability and simplifying maintenance. Its compact dimensions and modest weight make it suitable for a wide range of desktop enclosures without requiring extensive internal space. Neutral black and silver styling integrates with most system builds.

Suitable for

• Upgrading a desktop PC with M.2 NVMe or SATA storage over a PCIe slot
• Workstations requiring high-throughput local storage for content creation or data analysis
• System builders integrating compact, low-noise M.2 solutions into custom rigs
• Servers or test benches that need additional internal M.2 connectivity

Key specifications

• Host interface: PCIe
• Output interface: M.2
• Maximum data transfer rate: 32 Gbit/s
• Cooling: passive
• Product colour: black and silver
• Dimensions: 162.8 mm x 122 mm x 22 mm
• Weight: 210.5 g
• Installation type: internal, PCIe slot mounting

How to use

Install the Icy Dock interface card into an available PCIe slot on a powered-down desktop motherboard, securing it with the appropriate bracket or screw. Attach the M.2 device to the card following the manufacturer’s alignment and standoff points, then fasten the module according to the card’s mounting mechanism. After physical installation, power on the system and verify device detection in the system BIOS or the operating system’s storage/device management tools. Install or update drivers if required by the host system to ensure full bandwidth and compatibility.

Recommendations

Ensure the chassis provides adequate airflow around the installed card despite passive cooling, and use compatible M.2 modules rated for the supported transfer rate. If using the card in a compact case, check clearance and mounting points before installation. For optimal performance, confirm BIOS/UEFI settings allow full lane allocation to the PCIe slot and that the operating system recognizes NVMe or SATA M.2 devices as intended.