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ExpressSlot Core MB305M4P-B

Removable M.2 NVMe SSD to PCIe 4.0 x4 Mobile Rack Adapter Card for PCIe Expansion Slot
Product Details
  • The ExpressSlot Core MB305M4P-B is a PCIe 4.0 x4 adapter card designed for M.2 NVMe SSDs, featuring a tool-less removable M.2 NVMe SSD tray for seamless drive access and easy maintenance. IT professionals, audio/video editors, and gamers can quickly install or swap M.2 NVMe SSDs without opening the system chassis, making it ideal for servers, industrial PCs, workstations, and media-heavy environments where fast SSD swapping is essential for minimizing downtime, maximizing productivity, or managing media libraries.
  • Innovative Removable Design for M.2 NVMe SSD
    Unlike traditional M.2 NVMe SSD PCIe adapter cards, which require opening the chassis for maintenance, the ExpressSlot Core MB305M4P-B revolutionizes the process with a removable M.2 NVMe SSD tray that can be easily accessed from the PCIe slot panel. This tray allows quick and tool-less access, perfect for tasks like data backup, system recovery, or daily operations in demanding environments. With no need to remove the entire adapter card, it’s an ideal solution for enterprise-level systems where time and uptime are critical.
  • Support 1 x M.2 NVMe SSD & Tool-less SSD Installation
    Thanks to the tool-less SSD installation design, installing the M.2 NVMe SSD into the MB305M4P-B has never been easier. First, position the M.2 SSD mounting clip into the semi-circular notch above the screw hole, then place both the M.2 NVMe SSD and the mounting clip onto the tray. Next, apply the thermal pad and reattach the heatsink lid to complete the installation. The entire process takes less than 60 seconds, allowing you to install or remove the SSD without unmounting the MB305M4P-B from the PCIe slot.
  • Optimized Thermal Management
    The MB305M4P-B is equipped with an aluminum heatsink lid and an included thermal pad to efficiently dissipate heat from the M.2 NVMe SSD, ensuring stable performance even under intensive PCIe 4.0 workloads. This prevents thermal throttling and maximizes data throughput. The design effectively channels airflow to keep the M.2 NVMe SSD cool, ensuring reliable performance during heavy data transfers.
  • Superior PCIe 4.0 Performance
    The PCIe 4.0 interface delivers unparalleled speed, providing 64Gbps transfer rates—10 times faster than SATA III. This makes the MB305M4P-B an ideal solution for applications that demand high-speed data transfer, such as AI, big data analytics, and cloud computing. With PCIe 4.0, you’ll experience reduced latency and faster data access, making your system future-proof for data-intensive workloads.
  • Maximum Compatibility for Modern Systems
    Designed for PCIe 4.0 x4 slot, the ExpressSlot Core MB305M4P-B is fully compatible with x4, x8, and x16 PCIe slots, offering unmatched flexibility for various system architectures. Whether you’re upgrading your server, workstation, or enterprise system, this adapter is engineered to integrate seamlessly.
  • Packed with Features
    The MB305M4P-B comes equipped with drive activity LED indicators, allowing you to monitor SSD power and activity at a glance. The auto-power-off feature further enhances energy efficiency by shutting down the device when no SSD is detected.
  • The optional 2-pin HDD activity signal output (cable not included) allows you to transfer the drive activity signal to the computer case or LED panel and lets you monitor the drive activity in your desired location.
  • The PCIe slot bracket of the MB305M4P-B can be swapped between full and half-height for flexible system installation. Use the half-height bracket with a low profile system and use the full-height bracket for standard desktop systems, the choice is yours.
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 ExpressSlot Core MB305M4P-B
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
Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 up to 64Gbps transfer speeds
   

Supports 1 x M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD (30-80mm length) in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 form factors

   
PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, also compatible with x8 and x16 slots
   
Install into a single-width full-height or half-height PCIe expansion slot
   
Tool-less removable M.2 NVMe SSD tray for quick and easy SSD maintenance
   
Quick release knob for fast SSD tray removal and installation
   
Aluminum heatsink lid and included thermal pad for optimal heat dissipation
   
Active Power Technology (APT) to save power when the device is not in use
   
High-speed PCIe interface that reduces clutter and delivers both power and data transfer
   
Drive activity LED indicator to monitor SSD status
   
Optional HDD activity signal output lets you transfer the drive activity signal to computer case
   
3-year industry-leading warranty to protect your investment
   
Complimentary support from our highly trained, US-based technical team
   

Specification
Model Number : MB305M4P-B
 Color : Black
Support Drive Size : M / B + M key M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD 2230/2242/2260/2280
Compatible Drive Type : M.2 PCIe 3.0/4.0 NVMe SSD
Number of Drives : 1
Drive Bay : 1 x PCIe 3.0 or 4.0 x4 / x8 / x16 expansion slot
Host Interface : PCIe 4.0 x4
Power Input : Via PCIe
Transfer Rate : Up to 64Gbps (depending on hard drive speed)
Support SSD Capacity : No limitation
Drive Cooling : Metal heat dispersion with passive cooling
Structure / Materia : Metal IO bracket/cover with PCBA and plastic shield
Product Dimension (W x H x D) : (TBD)
Product Net Weight : (TBD)
Package Gross Weight : (TBD)
Drive Activity LED Indication : Device power: solid green
Device activity: flashing green
Empty: LED off
Package Contents : Device, user manual, thermal pads, M.2 SSD mounting clips, screws
Connector Insertion Rate : 5,000
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 : 3 years


Related Products Series:

  • NVMe Enclosures
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FAQ

Q: The system does not detect the M.2 SSD I installed in the ICY DOCK enclosure. What should I do?

A: Since the M.2 SSD is not designed for hot-swapping, we highly recommend powering off the device/system before inserting or removing an M.2 SSD. If the system is still unable to detect the drive, follow the steps below to scan for new hardware manually:

 

Windows 11 / Windows 10 / Windows 8 – In the search box on the taskbar, type device manager, and click it from the menu. Once the device manager window pops up, right-click on the disk drive icon, and click scan for hardware changes.

 

Windows 7 – Right-click on the computer icon on the desktop, select properties, click device manager, right-click on the disk drive icon and then click scan for hardware changes.


Image result for disk drive scan for hardware changes

 


Q: Is the ICY DOCK NVMe enclosure supporting the PCIe 4.0 standard?

A: Yes, all ICY DOCK NVMe enclosures support the PCIe 4.0x4 standard, with up to 64Gbps transfer rates.


Q: I'm having the difficulties closing the lid of the drive tray and unable to insert the drive tray all the way to the drive enclosure after placing the M.2 SSD onto the drive tray.

A: Make sure to lock the M.2 SSD with the adjustable M.2 locker. The tray lid will not close properly if the M.2 locker is not fully secured. If you are having difficulty secure the M.2 locker or close the cover, the M.2 SSD you are using may not follow the standard M.2 SSD thickness, which is less than 1.5mm height for each side with a total height that does not exceed 3.8mm. Using the M.2 SSD with non-standard thickness will cause improper tension on the M.2 locker and tray lid and make the M.2 connector misaligned. If you are having issues inserting the drive tray to the enclosure, please stop the operation immediately and check the drive thickness to ensure it follows the standard M.2 SSD thickness - less than 1.5mm height for each side and less than 3.8mm for total height.

Metal heat dissipation sticker

 

Note: Some M.2 SSD uses a metal heat dissipation sticker that causes each side's thickness more than the 1.5mm. Remove the sticker will solve the problem, but do it at your own risk (might void the warranty of SSD)

 

ICY DOCK enclosure is design to be compatible with M.2 SSD that has standard thickness. We highly recommend checking the drive thickness before purchase, and please refer to the incompatible M.2 SSD list below for further information:

 

M.2 NVMe SSDs known to be incompatible due to physical fitment with ICY DOCK enclosure:


 

Please contact tech@icydock.com if the problem persists so we can resolve the issue as soon as possible.

Click here to report a compatible/incompatible M.2 SSD.


Q: I want to see the drive status from the front panel on PC case/chassis. What should I do?

A: There is a 2-pin front panel header(s) on the PCBA of the product. The drive status can be displayed from the front panel after connecting the front I/O wire to the corresponding 2-pin header of the product. For detailed connected methods, please refer to the user manual of the PC case/chassis.

Drive Status LED Indication
Power Solid Light
Drive Access Flashing Light

Note: The I/O wire connected to the PC case/chassis are not included in the product package.


Q:When I install the card to my system, my system refuses to boot or go into BIOS?

A:Check to see if there are any BIOS updates for the motherboard of the system. A few restarts after updating BIOS may be needed before MB305M4P-B is usable. Follow the instructions on BIOS updates with the manufacturer of the motherboard. If issue still persist after BIOS update, please contact us.


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