Icy Dock ToughArmor MB516SP-B 16-Bay Heavy-Duty Metal Drive Enclosure for 2.5" SATA/SAS SSDs and HDDs

Icy Dock ToughArmor MB516SP-B Drive Enclosure for 5.25" - Serial ATA, Mini-SAS HD Host Interface Internal - Black

The Icy Dock ToughArmor MB516SP-B is a high-density storage enclosure designed to accommodate up to 16 2.5-inch SATA or SAS drives with a height of up to 7mm. Its innovative design allows installation within just two 5.25-inch bays, making it ideal for applications that demand maximum storage capacity in limited space. Crafted with rugged full-metal construction, this enclosure is built to meet the demanding requirements of enterprise, military, medical, industrial, and high-performance computing environments. Its durable housing provides exceptional stability and heat dissipation, ensuring reliable operation even under intense workloads. The enclosure is equipped with a large, quiet 80mm fan featuring three adjustable modes—high, low, and off—allowing users to optimize airflow and noise levels based on operational needs. Ventilation holes throughout the enclosure facilitate efficient cooling, maintaining optimal drive temperatures during extended use. The MB516SP-B supports a variety of configurations through its use of four Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) data connectors, enabling flexible RAID setups or non-RAID JBOD configurations. These connectors significantly reduce cable clutter, streamline cable management, and simplify installation. Each drive bay features an EZ-Slide Nano tray with an Eagle-hook lock system, ensuring secure drive placement and effortless interchangeability, which simplifies maintenance and hot-swapping. Compatibility extends to a broad range of 5mm to 7mm high 2.5-inch SATA/SAS SSDs and HDDs, making this enclosure versatile for different storage needs. The enclosure’s LED indicators provide real-time status updates for each drive, while Active Power Technology (APT) ensures power is supplied only when drives are present, conserving energy and reducing wear. Designed for maximum reliability, the MB516SP-B includes anti-vibration technology (AVT) and EMI grounding to create a stable environment that prolongs drive lifespan. Its comprehensive cooling system, including the centrally placed 80mm fan, guarantees effective heat management, even during intensive data access. Whether used in a high-performance workstation, a compact server, or a mission-critical industrial setup, the Icy Dock ToughArmor MB516SP-B delivers robust, scalable, and efficient storage capabilities, backed by a three-year warranty and trusted by leading enterprise and government organizations.

Features:

• Active Power Technology (APT) - individual LED & cooling fan only powers up if a drive is installed

• Drive label plugs for easy RAID drive identification

• Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT) - ensures a stable environment for drives

• Connected by 4x Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) data cables for all 16 bays, facilitating plug-and-play compatibility with most motherboards and RAID cards

• Powered by 4x 15-pin SATA power cables for all 16 bays

• User-adjustable fan with high, low, and off settings for customizable cooling

• Large 80mm cooling fan circulates substantial airflow quietly

• Supports 16 x 5mm to 7mm 2.5" SATA/SAS drives within two external 5.25" bays for high-performance RAID or JBOD configurations

• Designed for rugged applications requiring flammability compliance

• Heavy-duty full-metal construction for durability in enterprise, military, medical, and industrial environments