Icy Dock ExpressCage MB038SP-B Enclosure with Up to 8x2.5-Inch SAS/SATA HDDs/SSDs in 5.25-Inch Bay

Icy Dock launches the ExpressCage MB038SP-B, a removable high-density drive enclosure for video professionals, NAS enthusiasts, home server builders, and home lab creators.

The product is designed to deliver fast data transfer and maximize system storage space. With its ability to accommodate up to 8×2.5″ SAS/SATA SSDs and HDDs in a single external 5.25″ bay, this enclosure provides flexibility and supports hot-swap functionality for effortless drive installation and removal.

Unleash the power of high-density storage

The ExpressCage MB038SP-B is a solution in storage density. Capable of supporting up to 8×5-7mm height 2.5-inch drives in a single 5.25-inch optical drive bay, it allows for the rapid addition of a high-density drive array to any desktop system. Paired with your RAID setup for enhanced transfer speeds or drive failure protection, it’s for file server applications like UnRAID and TrueNAS, or VM setups.

Redefining convenience
Say goodbye to system shutdowns and case openings when replacing or adding drives. The removable tray design of the device allows for drive maintenance, ensuring a hassle-free and efficient installation or removal process.

Data in safe hands

Designed with drive protection and heat dissipation in mind, the ExpressCage MB038SP-B boasts a robust all-metal housing and a one-piece ABS tray with a sturdy handle. This durable design can withstand thousands of drive insertions and removals, providing reliability. Additionally, ExpressCage series has demonstrated durability with a near-zero failure rate. The company offer a 3-year warranty, delivering top-notch after-sales service anytime, anywhere.

Cool under pressure
With dual 40mm cooling fans and strategically placed air ventilation holes on the front panel, the MB038SP-B ensures efficient cooling even during heavy workloads. Combined with carefully positioned cutouts on the PCB at the rear of the drive positions, it keeps your drives cool and your data safe.

Not satisfied with the preinstalled fans? No problem. The MB038SP-B can be effortlessly upgraded with any standard 40mm fan featuring a 3-pin header. Choose your preferred aftermarket fan and install it into the ExpressCage MB038SP-B.

Features for integration
Each bay of the device is equipped with its own indicator light, providing notifications of hard drive activity. Soft-green LEDs make it easy to sense drive usage without straining your eyes.

The locking latch support for both 7-pin SATA and 15-pin power connectors ensures secure connections that will never slip out of place (requires cable with supporting locking latch features).

Never lose track of which drive goes where. Individual numbered drive ID labels let you maintain order of your drives in RAID arrays. The drive labels can be re-ordered, or removed entirely for a cleaner look.

Key features:

Accommodates up to 8×2.5″ SAS/SATA HDDs/SSDs in a single 5.25″ bay
Supports 6Gb SATA or 12Gb SAS 3.0 (single channel)
Removable drive tray system for easy maintenance and hot-swap support
Accommodates 2.5″ drives with 5mm and 7mm height
Active Power Technology (APT) – powers up only when a drive is installed in the bay
Green indicator LED provided for each bay
Dual 40mm fans for drive cooling
3-pin fan headers for compatibility with aftermarket fan upgrades
2×15-pin SATA power connections to power all 8 drives
Locking latch design for both 7-pin SATA connector and 15-pin power adapter
Metal case with durable ABS tray and tray handle
Backed by a 3-year limited warranty vs. all defects