Icy Dock ToughArmor MB842MP-B Dual M.2 NVMe Drive Enclosure with PCIe 4.0 Support

Icy Dock ToughArmor MB842MP-B Drive Enclosure PCI Express NVMe 4.0 - PCI Express 4.0 x8 Host Interface Internal - Black, Silver

The Icy Dock ToughArmor MB842MP-B transforms a standard PCIe 8x or 16x slot into two removable M.2 NVMe SSD bays, enabling quick drive swaps without opening your PC case. This innovative enclosure features a unique removable drive tray design that simplifies installation and maintenance by eliminating the need for tiny screws and tools. The tool-less locking mechanism, secured by the patent-pending M.2 locker, allows users to lock or unlock drives in less than five seconds, streamlining workflows and reducing downtime. Compatible with drives from 30mm to 110mm, including 2230, 2243, 2260, 2280, and 22110 sizes, this enclosure offers flexible upgrade options for high-performance SSDs. The robust aluminum tray acts as a heatsink, dissipating heat efficiently with the aid of a thermal pad that transfers heat from the SSD to the large aluminum surface, ensuring optimal thermal management during intensive operations. EMI grounding technology further protects your drives from electrical static shocks during frequent drive swaps, providing added reliability. Designed for PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 x8/x16 slots, the ToughArmor MB842MP-B supports the latest high-speed interfaces, delivering blazing transfer speeds up to 64Gbps—10 times faster than SATA III—making it perfect for data-heavy applications like machine learning, data mining, and high-resolution image processing. The enclosure’s rugged construction, featuring durable plastic and metal components, guarantees long-term durability even in demanding environments, backed by a 5-year warranty. Additional features include LED indicators for drive activity monitoring, an optional HDD activity signal output, and active power technology that conserves energy when drives are not present. The PCIe interface consolidates power and data transfer, reducing cable clutter and simplifying your setup. The package includes the drive enclosure, user manual, screw, and thermal pads, providing everything needed for installation and operation. Compatible with a single full-height PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16 slot with bifurcation support, this enclosure is an ideal solution for professionals seeking high performance, flexibility, and ease of use in their storage solutions.

Features:

• Fits 2x M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD from 30-110mm (2230, 2243, 2260, 2280, 22110)

• Uses 1x PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16 slot (PCIe Bifurcation x4, x4, x4, x4 required for dual drive access)

• Installs into a single-width full-height PCIe slot

• Removable drive tray with tool-less installation for quick maintenance

• Eagle-hook lock system secures drives in the enclosure

• EMI grounding technology protects against electrical static damage

• Active-Power Technology (APT) conserves energy when no drives are installed

• PCIe interface provides power and data transfer to reduce cable clutter

• Includes thermal pad for effective heat conduction and dissipation

• Optional HDD activity signal output for drive activity monitoring

• Industry-leading 5-year warranty for long-term reliability

• Supports high-speed PCIe 4.0 for maximum data transfer rates