MB994IPO-3SB_Rugged Full Metal 2 Bay 2.5" SAS/SATA HDD & SSD Backplane Cage with Slim ODD Tray for External 5.25" Bay

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ToughArmor MB994IPO-3SB

Introducing the MB994IPO-3SB, a rugged full metal dual bay 2.5” SATA/SAS hard drive / SSD mobile rack backplane designed with a Slim Optical Disk Drive (ODD) slot for use in a single external 5.25” bay. It is a device designed with a rugged full metal build commercially designed for: Medical & Military systems, Media servers, IPCs, HTPC, and All-In-One computers, approved & used by Tier 1 companies. Dual 4-pin power connectors are used to ensure secured and consistent power supply to both drives and ODD, whether they are low power consumption 2.5” SATA SSD’s or power hungry 15000 RPM 2.5” SAS drives. Also included is a single 40mm cooling fan with on & off switch to assist the drives running at their optimal temperatures, in even the most intense applications.
Maximize Space-Efficiency

The high-density design of ToughArmor MB994IPO-3SB packs two full-height 2.5" SSD/HDD hot-swap bays and one Slim/CD/DVD/Blu-ray ROM optical disk drive into a single 5.25" drive bay, perfect for space-sensitive applications such as powerhouse PC, portable military workstation, and rackmount industrial PC.
Versatility is the Key

The MB994IPO-3SB separates itself from the rest of the MB994 series by the unique Slim Optical Disk Drive slot that is available. The Slim ODD slot uses our EZ-ODD Tray made of rugged full metal, and is easily removable by use of the provided key or via a side latch. This allows system integrators more freedom to better meet their potential client’s needs. The EZ-ODD Tray is compatible with any standard Slim Optical Disk Drive with 12.7mm height.The MB994IPO-3SB utilizes our EZ Slide Mini Trays, making drive interchangeability and maintenance completely hassle free. The trays are built using rugged full metal so that they are durable for many lifetimes, while will not weigh you down when transporting your data from system to system. Also featuring a full cage design, the added top drive cover provides added layer of protection while moving the drive. The 2.5" HDD trays are designed to accommodate 5mm, 7mm, 9.5mm, 12.5mm & 15mm 2.5" SAS/ SATA SSD/HDD drives, giving you excellent control of your 2.5" hot swap backplane.
Fan control further allows the potential system to be accommodated properly depending on the hard drives used. If a SSD is used, fan can be left off and shut off the noise completely from the MB994IPO-3SB. Otherwise, the fan is a great asset to assist in cooling mission critical hard drives.
Excellent Build Quality

The MB994IPO-3SB body is built with aluminum to be able to hold up in the toughest of conditions, provide excellent heat dissipation, and shave as much weight as possible. Included ventilation slots on the front and back for maximum airflow to keep your drives running cool, and an LED is placed on the front of each drive tray to give the user drive status at all times. With the Rugged Full Metal design, the ToughArmor is perfect for industrial and medical devices that may require a flammability rating as the full metal material is considered to already compliant with flammability requirements.
In the Smallest Package Possible

Utilizing its small form factor, the MB994IPO-3SB is perfect for use in gaming PCs, HTPC, small form factor cases with limited external 5.25” expansion bays, or a Slim ODD and hard drives are needed. SMB’s, SI and power users all benefit from the most features, in the smallest form factor possible.
Discover the U.2/U.3 NVMe SSD Version: MB602V4PO-B

If you require an enhanced solution with U.2/U.3 NVMe SSD compatibility, our MB602V4PO-B is designed just for you! This model upgrades the two 2.5" SAS/SATA drives to U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs, offering faster speeds and performance. Please note, the MB602V4PO-B is available for special order only with a minimum order quantity requirement. For those interested in pre-ordering or learning more, reach out to us at sales01@icydock.com today!
Enhance Security with Our Lockable Drive Tray

If your application demands added physical security to protect valuable data from theft, you can upgrade with the compatible lockable drive tray MB994TK-B for an instant security boost to your MB994IPO-3SB. Alternatively, if you prefer a solution that includes lockable drive trays by default, the MB994IKO-3SB is available for purchase. For inquiries about large volume orders, please contact our sales team at sales01@icydock.com.
Make ToughArmor On-The-GO! With MB991U3-1SB

To access your data outside of your system or in a remote location, the ToughArmor MB991U3-1SB is the way to go about. The drive tray slot of MB991U3-1SB is compatible with a variety of ToughArmor drive trays including the ToughArmor MB991, MB992, MB994, MB996 and MB998 series. This allows existing ToughArmor users to access their internal drive externally without opening up the case. It is a great tool for an individual drive diagnostic test. If you need to do a safe data erase or just simply expending system storage capacity, just remove the tray from the internal ToughArmor unit and insert it in the MB991U3-1SB to perform individual tasks externally with USB 3.0 interface. Best of all, the MB991U3-1SB uses USB bus-powered and it does not require a power adapter to operate. Simply connect the USB cable to any system and you are ready to go.

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.

Optional Certifications Available for ToughArmor MB994IPO-3SB
TAA	Trade Agreements Act Compliance
UL	Safety Standard Certification
UL94	Flammability of Plastic Materials
FCC	Federal Communications Commission Compliance
Wide Temperature	MIL-STD-810H - Method 501.7 & 502.7

Customizing ICY DOCK products for specific certifications involves fees for the creation of the certificates, including necessary testing. Please note that some certificates may require recurring fees to remain valid. For more details and inquiries,please contact us at tech@icydock.com

Main Features

•	Rugged Heavy duty full metal construction with commercially designed for Medical & Military systems, Media servers, and IPCs, approved & used by Tier 1 companies

•	Perfect for rugged applications and complies with flammability requirements

•	Perfect for SFF (small form factor) case, IPC, HTPC, NAS, Home Server and All-In-One computers

•	Fits 2 x 2.5" SATA/SAS hard drive or SSD & 1 x slim optical disk drive (ODD)

•	Accommodates hard drives or SSD with 5mm, 7mm, 9.5mm, 12.5mm & 15mm Height

•	Accommodates Slim Optical Disk Drive with 12.7mm Height

•	Supports SATA 6Gbps or SAS 12Gbps (dual channel)

•	Dual channel SAS ports for 2.5" SSD/HDD bays allow the support of clustering

•	Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT) - creates a safe environment for hard drives or SSDs

•	Active Power Technology (APT) - individual led & cooling fan only powers up if there is a drive installed in the bay

•	2 x 4 pin power connector to properly power all components

•	40mm cooling fan with On & off switch, reduce the power usage and fan noise when using SSD

•	Full Metal EZ Slide Mini Tray & EZ-ODD Tray system with Full Cage Design

•	Top cover for the tray adds extra drive/ODD protection

•	Status LED on Front for each drive

•	Full aluminum body construction

Specification

Model Number：	MB994IPO-3SB
Color：	Black
Support Drive Size：	2 x 2.5" SSD / HDD & 1 x slim ODD (SATA)
Compatible Drive Type：	SATA / dual channel SAS (SAS host required)
Number of Drives：	3
Max Drive Height：	2 x 2.5" up to 15mm 1 x slim ODD
Drive Bay：	1 x external 5.25" drive bay
Host Interface：	5 x SATA 7pin
Power Input：	2 x molex 4 pin power
Transfer Rate：	SATA 3.0 up to 6Gbps / SAS 3.0 up to 12Gbps
Support HDD Capacity：	No limitation
Drive Cooling：	1 x 40mm fan
Structure / Material：	Full metal
Support Hot-Swap：	Yes
Drive Security：	N/A
Product Dimension (L x W x H)：	170 x 146 x 41.3mm
Product Net Weight：	768g
Package Gross Weight：	847.3g
Drive Activity LED Indication：	Drive power: solid green LED; HDD access: flashing Amber LED
Package Contents：	1 - device, 1 - user manual, 22 - screw, 2 - key
SATA Connector Insertion Rate：	10,000
Humidity：	5%~65% RH
Operating Temperature：	0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature：	-35°C to 70°C (-31°F to 158°F)
Compliance：	CE, RoHS, REACH
Warranty：	5 years limited warranty

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FAQ

Q:The mounting screws for the device seem to be too short to secure the device onto my system, what should I do?

A: For computer cases that have a thick metal sheet, the included mounting screws (M3*2.5L) may not fully secure the device. Please use longer screws (M3*4L) to secure the device or contact us at tech@icydock.com for replacement screws.

Q: I feel that the drive tray's upper and lower metal spring is stuck when inserting the drive tray. What should I do?

A: Remove the drive tray from the enclosure and reinsert the tray without putting excessive pressure on the metal mesh sheet in front of the tray. Excessive force on the front metal mesh sheet may bend the top and bottom metal spring, causing difficulties when inserting the drive tray. Therefore, please do not forcingly insert the drive tray when this happens as it may cause damage to the metal spring.

Please DO NOT put excessive pressure on the metal mesh sheet as shown

Q: After installing a drive in the MB994IPO-3SB, the LED indicator does not flash orange when accessing data but remains solid green. What could be the cause and what is the solution?

A: The MB994IPO-3SB is designed according to the standard signal specifications for SSDs/HDDs and is compatible with the vast majority of drives on the market. However, differences in voltage settings for some specific drives may cause the LED indicator to remain solid green during data read/write operations. This situation will not affect the performance or lifespan of the hard drive, so please use it with confidence. If the hard drive reading indicator light is a necessary feature, consider using other brands and models of drives. Additionally, refer to the list below reported by users of drives that have this issue to avoid using those models with this product.

Brand Name	Series	Model	Drive Type
Seagate	Barracuda	ST5000LM000 ST4000LM024 ST3000LM024	2.5" 15mm SATA

Downloads

MB994IPO-3SB Data Sheet

MB994IPO-3SB User Manual

MB994IPO-3SB Product Image

MB994IPO-3SB 2D Drawing

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