What is Hardware RAID Drive Enclosure?
A hardware RAID drive enclosure, also known as a RAID backplane drive cage is an all-in-one RAID sub-system with a built-in RAID chipset, allowing users to easily install a hot-swappable RAID array into any desktop PC, rackmount, or workstation without needing a PCIe RAID controller card or OS/BIOS-based RAID software. ICY DOCK RAID drive enclosures offer a variety of hard disk interfaces, including 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD, 3.5" SATA HDD, or E1.S NVMe SSD (concept model), providing flexible RAID solutions to meet different needs.
Explore ICY DOCK's RAID Drive Enclosure Advantages:
Hot-Swappable Drive Caddy
Ensures effortless maintenance with quick access for on-the-fly drive changes
Built-in Hardware RAID Chip
Guarantees consistent, reliable performance
Advanced RAID Status LEDs
Offers immediate visual monitoring with clear indicators
Universal Fit for Standard PCs
Fits seamlessly into standard 3.5” or 5.25” drive bays for easy integration
RAID Monitoring Software
Offers detailed RAID status insights and email notifications for proactive system management
Advantages over PCIe RAID Controller Cards:
| • | No PCIe slot needed – perfect for systems lacking spare slots. |
| • | Integrates drive enclosure functionality, no need for extra enclosures or special cables. |
| • | Front panel RAID status display, bypassing the need for software checks. |
| • | More cost-effective compared to mid-to-high-end PCIe RAID cards plus enclosures. |
| • | No worries about RAID card discontinuation impacting array migration/rebuilding. |
| • | Streamlined customer support experience. |
Advantages over Software RAID:
| • | Superior compatibility across various operating systems. |
| • | RAID integrity maintained through OS reinstalls and BIOS updates. |
| • | Freedom to upgrade OS or motherboard without RAID reconfiguration. |
| • | Zero CPU or system resource usage ensures consistent performance. |
| • | Unaffected system performance during RAID rebuilds. |
| • | Robust protection against virus attacks on the RAID table. |
| • | Dependable performance without relying on software algorithms. |
ICY DOCK Hardware RAID Drive Enclosures
| • | Supports 2 x 2.5” SATA SSD/HDD or 3.5” SATA hard drive |
| • | Supports RAID 1 and JBOD modes |
| • | Install into any standard external 2 x 5.25” optical Drive bay |
| • | Built-in JMS562 hardware RAID chipset |
| • | Removable drive tray for easy maintenance |
| • | Industry-leading 3-year warranty against all defects |
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| • | Supports 2 x 2.5” SATA SSD/HDD |
| • | Supports RAID 1 and JBOD modes |
| • | Install into any standard external 1 x 5.25” optical drive bay |
| • | Built-in JMS562 hardware RAID chipset |
| • | Removable drive tray for easy maintenance |
| • | Industry-leading 5-year warranty against all defects |
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| • | Supports 2 x 2.5” SATA SSD/HDD |
| • | Supports RAID 0, 1, JBOD & BIG modes |
| • | Install into any standard external 1 x 3.5” floppy bay |
| • | Removable drive tray for easy maintenance |
| • | Industry-leading 5-year warranty against all defects |
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| • | Supports 2 x EDSFF E1.S SSD |
| • | Supports RAID 0, 1, JBOD & BIG modes |
| • | Install into PCIe 3.0 x8 slot |
| • | Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 up to 32Gbps per SSD |
| • | Removable drive tray for easy maintenance |
| • | Includes a 50mm frameless fan for effective heat dissipation |
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