Icy Dock MB998V4P-B storage drive enclosure SSD enclosure Black 2.5"

The ToughArmor MB998V4P-B is a rugged, ultra-high-density storage solution that integrates up to eight 7mm U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs into a single external 5.25" optical drive bay. Built with a full-metal enclosure, dual high-airflow 40×40×20mm fans, and PCIe 4.0 x4 bandwidth for each drive (up to 64Gbps, host-dependent), it is ideal for enterprise servers, high-performance workstations, and mission-critical systems that demand maximum speed, capacity, and reliability in a removable storage format.

Ultra-Dense Storage in a Single 5.25" Bay
By accommodating eight enterprise U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs in just one external 5.25" bay, the MB998V4P-B delivers massive storage performance in the smallest possible footprint—perfect for servers, HPC systems, media production rigs, edge computing nodes, and industrial IPC platforms where every bay counts. Each drive operates on a dedicated PCIe 4.0 x4 link, ensuring optimal throughput for high-bandwidth workloads such as real-time 8K video editing, virtualization clusters, scientific simulations, and transactional databases.

Removable Drive Trays for Easy Maintenance
Each SSD is mounted in its own removable ToughArmor tray, allowing for rapid drive swaps without system downtime. The tray design supports both tool-less installation for quick turnaround and optional screw mounting for added stability in high-vibration environments. Front-mounted individual drive power/activity LEDs provide instant visual status updates.

Next-Gen Connectivity with SlimSAS 8i SFF-8654 & PCIe 8-Pin Power
The MB998V4P-B features four SlimSAS 8i (SFF-8654) connectors, each supporting two PCIe 4.0 x4 U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs via Tri-mode HBAs/RAID cards (NVMe mode only). A single PCIe 8-pin power connector delivers clean, stable power to all eight SSDs, minimizing cable clutter and simplifying system integration.

Full-Metal Rugged Construction for Harsh Environments
True to the ToughArmor legacy, the MB998V4P-B uses a full-metal chassis, trays, and housing to withstand heavy use in demanding conditions, including industrial, military, and medical environments.

EMI Grounding Technology
Grounding your drives are essential as swapping drives without the proper grounding may lead to hardware damage due to static shocks. With our innovative EMI Grounding Technology, once the drive is screwed onto the drive tray, the drive will be in a constant grounded state throughout the tray, housing, and computer system to ensure your drives are protected from static electrical surges safe during swapping.

Advanced Cooling with Dual 40mm Fans
Two 40×40×20mm fans deliver powerful airflow directly across all eight SSDs, while strategically placed ventilation holes throughout the enclosure optimize passive cooling. This combination ensures sustained performance and prevents thermal throttling during continuous heavy workloads.

Exceptional Product Compatibility
The MB998V4P-B is compatible with motherboards, RAID/HBA cards, and M.2 adapters from major brands including Adaptec, Areca, Broadcom, HighPoint, Supermicro, and more. This compatibility gives you the freedom to choose from a wide range of hardware options, moving beyond the constraints of single-brand system configurations.

Customizable ICY DOCK Drive Enclosures: Tailored to Meet TAA & UL Certification Standards and More!
At ICY DOCK, we understand the paramount importance of adhering to various industry and safety standards. While our standard products are already crafted with the highest quality in mind, we also provide our customers with the option to customize ICY DOCK drive enclosures and mobile racks to meet their specific certification requirements. This includes standards such as TAA and UL to wide temperature tests.
Our dedicated team is fully prepared to adjust product materials and designs to ensure complete compliance. Furthermore, we offer comprehensive guidance to our clients throughout the certification process. Our goal is to not only meet precise specifications but also ensure that our products successfully pass stringent tests. Below, you'll find a detailed table listing all the optional certifications that can be tested with our customizable solutions.