With PCIe 5.0 delivering up to 128Gbps per SSD, the MB699V5P-B offers double the bandwidth of PCIe 4.0 and four times faster than PCIe 3.0. This exceptional speed makes it a perfect fit for applications such as:
For detailed information, please refer to our compatibility list of validated enterprise controller cards and cables.
| Which ToughArmor MB699VP-B is right for you? | |||
| Model | MB699VP-B | MB699VP-B V3 | MB699V5P-B |
| Cooling Fans | Dual Fans (40 x 40 x 10mm) |
Dual Fans (40 x 40 x 20mm) |
Dual Fans (40 x 40 x 10mm) |
| Fan Speed | 4,800 RPM | 8,000 RPM | 4,800 RPM |
| Connectors | 4 x MiniSAS HD 4i (SFF-8643) |
4 x OCuLink 4i (SFF-8612) | 2 x MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016) |
| Transfer Rate | Up to 64Gbps per SSD (depending on SSD speed) |
Up to 64Gbps per SSD (depending on SSD speed) |
Up to 128Gbps per SSD (depending on SSD speed) |
| Pin-out Defined | Legacy | SFF-9402 Rev 1.1 (Tri-mode HBA/RAID adapters compatible) |
SFF-9402 Rev 1.1 (Tri-mode HBA/RAID adapters compatible) |
| Product Dimension (L x W x H) |
140.3 x 146 x 41.3mm | 150.3 x 146 x 41.3mm | 159.8 x 146 x 41.3mm |
| Net Weight | 854.2g | 911.2g | 763.3g |
| Gross Weight | 935.2g | 945.7g | 865.2g |
| Suitable for | NVMe HBA/RAID adapters with Legacy pin-out |
Tri-mode HBA/RAID adapters with SFF-9402 pin-out |
Tri-mode HBA/RAID adapters with SFF-9402 pin-out |
| Optional Certifications Available for ToughArmor MB699V5P-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 |
| • | Hot-swappable drive support |
| • | Fits 4× U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs (5–15mm) into a single external 5.25" bay |
| • | Supports PCIe 5.0 with transfer rates up to 128Gbps per SSD |
| • | Host Interface: 2× MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016) connectors for simplified cabling |
| • | Power Input: Dual 4-pin Molex connectors for secure and reliable power delivery |
| • | Removable all-metal EZ-Slide Mini trays (MB991TRAY-B) for easy maintenance |
| • | Lightweight aluminum housing improves cooling efficiency and reduces weight |
| • | The Eagle-hook tray latch securely holds the drive tray inside the enclosure |
| • | Dual 40×40×10mm cooling fans with optimized airflow |
| • | EMI Grounding – protects SSDs from electrical damage |
| • | Rugged ToughArmor construction designed for enterprise and industrial use |
| • | Industry-leading 5 years limited warranty against all defects |
| • | Complimentary support from professionally trained technical support agents |
| Model Number： | MB699V5P-B |
| Color： | Black |
| Support Drive Size： | 2.5" (supports 15mm height U.2/U.3 SSDs) |
| Compatible Drive Type： | U.2 or U.3 |
| Number of Drives： | 4 |
| Drive Bay： | 5.25" drive bay |
| Host Interface： | 2 x MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016), pin-out defined by SFF-9402 Rev 1.1 (Tri-mode HBA/RAID card compatible) |
| Power Input： | 2 x Molex 4 Pin power connector |
| Transfer Rate： | Up to 128Gbps per SSD (depending on SSD speed) |
| Support SSD Capacity： | No limitation |
| Drive Cooling： | 2 x 40×40×10mm fan |
| Hot Plug： | Yes |
| LED Indicator： | Drive power: solid green; Drive access: flashing green |
| Structure / Material： | Full metal |
| Package Contents： | Device, user manual, screws, ID Plug |
| Dimension (L x W x H)： | 159.8 x 146 x 41.3mm |
| Product Net Weight： | 763.3g |
| Package Gross Weight： | 865.2g |
| Connector Insertion Rate： | 5,000+ |
| Humidity： | 5%~65% RH |
| Operating Temperature： | 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
| Storage Temperature： | -35°C to 70°C (-31°F to 158°F) |
| Compliance： | CE, UKCA, RoHS, REACH |
| Warranty： | 5 years limited warranty |
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Q: Can you recommend an add-on card that is compatible with MB699V5P-B?
A: To ensure compatibility with MB699V5P-B, please make sure that your add-on card or motherboard’s BIOS/UEFI supports PCIe Bifurcation when using a PCIe 16x or 8x slot. Additionally, set up the PCIe splitter in the BIOS/UEFI with the configuration of x4, x4, x4, x4 for a PCIe 16x slot or x4, x4 for a PCIe 8x slot.
Please click the icon below to view the compatibility of your motherboards or add-on cards that support PCIe Bifurcation mode. For the best compatibility, we highly recommend using the cables recommended or manufactured by the motherboard or add-on card manufacturer.
We are currently in the process of certifying our NVMe enclosure with major add-on card and motherboard manufacturers. We will keep updating the list to include compatible accessories.
To report a compatible add-on card, cable, or motherboard, or to check the compatibility of add-on card(s) or motherboards that are not listed, please click here.
Q: I've completed the installation of the hard drive and device as per the instructions in the product manual, but the system still can't detect the drive. How can I troubleshoot this issue?
A: Please first confirm the compatibility of your hardware, and make sure that the drive, drive enclosure, cable, and host interfaces are compatible. Try connecting the drive directly to the host to see if the system can detect the drive. If it still doesn't detect it, this can rule out issues with the drive enclosure. You can also try connecting the drive enclosure with different drives, cables, or systems to see if the issue can be resolved. If the system still can't detect it, here are some possible issues:
| • | Insufficient PCIe lanes in the system: Whether you're connecting the drive enclosure to the motherboard or add-on card, It is important to note that the number of available PCIe lanes is limited. This includes understanding the number of lanes provided by the CPU and chipset, as well as their allocation method. Failure to do so may result in slower transfer speeds, unstable connections, or even the inability to detect the drive. |
| • | Incompatible interface protocols: It is crucial to verify whether the Mini-SAS HD, OCuLink, SlimSAS or MCIO interface on the motherboard or add-on card is capable of supporting NVMe. |
| • | Incompatible interface pinout standard: Prior to connecting the drive enclosure to the Mini-SAS HD, OCuLink, SlimSAS or MCIO port on the motherboard or add-on card, please verify that the port utilizes the same pinout standard as the port on our drive enclosure. To check the pinout standard of our drive enclosure, you can refer to the specification table on our product page, where it specifies whether the pinout standard is Legacy or SFF-9402 1.1. |
| • | Excessive length of the connecting cable: To ensure optimal performance, it is advised to use a connecting cable that is no longer than 50cm. Using longer cables can lead to excessive signal loss, resulting in slower transfer speeds, unstable connections, or even the inability to detect the drive. Additionally, we recommend using the same interface connector for both the device and the host to prevent any potential compatibility issues. |
Q: My NVMe drive did not detect after inserting it back into the device while powered on?
A: For systems that support hot-plug function, while your system is powered on, each drive insertion and removal cycle will require a manual refresh from the operating system in order for the system to recognize the drive.
If you are unable to detect the drive after performing the manual refresh, your system might not support hot-plug functions. We suggest you check with the motherboard/add-on card manufacturer to see if it supports the NVMe hot-plug function.
Windows 11 / Windows 10 / Windows 8 – In the search box on the taskbar, type Device Manager, then select from the menu, right-click on the disk drive and then select scan for hardware changes.
Windows 7 – Right-click on computer icon on desktop and select properties, click Device Manager, right-click on the disk drive and then select scan for hardware changes.
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: Can I replace the cooling fan attached to the device? Will doing that void the warranty?
A: The cooling fan we use has been thoroughly tested with the drive enclosure to ensure it works properly and supports fan speed control (for select models). So, we recommend keeping the original fan for the best performance. That said, we understand it might not work for every application, so we’ve chosen to honor the warranty even when a third-party fan is used. Just a heads-up: if the third-party fan causes electrical damage to the device, the warranty may be voided.
Q: Which specification should I check before buying the 3rd party cooling fan?
A:The following information is the fan specification requirement and compatible fan models for MB699V5P-B
| Fan Dimension (LxWxH) | 40 x 40 x 10mm | 40 x 40 x 20mm |
| Connector Type | 3 Pin Wafer | |
| Rated Voltage (VDC) | 12V DC | |
| Rated Current (A) | < 0.12A (127mA) | |
| Screw Specification | Phillips Flat Head - M3 x 15mm - Steel (Came with stock fan) |
Phillips Flat Head - M3 x 25mm – Steel (Not Included) |
Compatible fan models
(without test, use it at your own risk)
