Carrier panel Fantec MR-SA1082

The Fantec MR-SA1082 is a 5.25" carrier panel designed to install and secure 2.5" hard drives in a desktop or rack-mountable system bay. With compact external dimensions of 146 mm width, 159 mm depth and 42 mm height, this black carrier panel provides a tidy, space-saving solution for adding notebook-sized HDDs or SSDs into standard 5.25" drive openings while keeping drives accessible and protected.

Advantages

The MR-SA1082 offers a compact footprint that fits standard 5.25" bays while accommodating 2.5" storage devices, simplifying upgrades or additional storage deployment. Its low-height profile reduces intrusion into adjacent bays and its neutral black finish integrates with most system interiors. The panel is engineered to hold 2.5" drives securely, helping to reduce vibration and maintain stable drive positioning during operation.

Suitable for

• Installing 2.5" HDDs or SSDs into a 5.25" front bay
• Expanding storage capacity in desktop PCs or workstations
• Reconfiguring systems that use mixed drive sizes
• Replacing a damaged or missing 5.25" faceplate with a functional drive carrier

Key specifications

• Compatible drive size: 2.5" HDD / SSD
• External width: 146 mm
• External depth: 159 mm
• External height: 42 mm
• Color: black

How to use

Mount a 2.5" drive into the carrier following the carrier's mounting holes and use the required screws to secure the drive. Insert the assembled carrier into a standard 5.25" bay and fasten the panel to the bay using the bay's mounting points or screws. Connect the drive to the system using the appropriate SATA power and data cables, then verify drive detection in the operating system or BIOS.

Usage recommendations

Before installation, power off the system and disconnect it from mains. Use compatible mounting screws and avoid overtightening. Ensure SATA connections are secure and check available bay clearance for the specified depth and height dimensions.