IcyDock 15mm U.2/U.3 SSD Mobile Rack for 3.5-inch Drive Bay

The IcyDock 15mm U.2/U.3 SSD Mobile Rack is a professional-grade storage solution engineered to house high-performance NVMe SSDs within a standard 3.5-inch drive bay. This enclosure is specifically designed to support enterprise-class U.2 and U.3 drives with a height of up to 15mm, providing a secure and efficient way to integrate high-speed storage into desktop workstations, industrial PCs, or server chassis. By utilizing a standard drive bay form factor, it allows for seamless upgrades and maintenance without the need to open the computer case.

Advantages

This mobile rack offers significant benefits for users requiring frequent access to their storage media. The hot-swap capability ensures that drives can be exchanged quickly and safely without powering down the entire system, which is essential for data-intensive workflows. The robust construction provides excellent physical protection for sensitive SSD components, while the integrated design promotes efficient airflow to maintain optimal operating temperatures during heavy read and write operations. Its compatibility with both U.2 and U.3 interfaces ensures versatility for various enterprise hardware configurations.

Suitable for

• Enterprise server storage upgrades
• High-performance workstation data management
• Frequent data backup and transfer tasks
• Industrial computing environments requiring hot-swappable storage

This product may not be suitable for users who do not have a compatible U.2 or U.3 NVMe host connection on their motherboard or controller card. It is not designed for standard SATA or SAS drives, and attempting to use incompatible hardware will result in a lack of connectivity.

Key specifications

• Compatible drive types: 15mm U.2 and U.3 NVMe SSDs
• Form factor: Fits into a standard 3.5-inch drive bay
• Hot-swap support: Yes
• Material: Durable metal and high-grade plastic construction
• Cooling: Passive airflow design for thermal management

To use the mobile rack, install the unit into an available 3.5-inch drive bay within your computer chassis and secure it with the provided mounting hardware. Connect the necessary data and power cables from your system's U.2/U.3 host interface to the rear of the rack. Once installed, simply slide your 15mm NVMe SSD into the front slot until it locks into place. The system will automatically detect the drive, allowing for immediate data access or system integration.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure your motherboard or PCIe controller card supports U.2/U.3 NVMe protocols
• Verify that your computer case has an available 3.5-inch external drive bay
• Confirm the drive height is 15mm or less for proper fitment

For optimal performance and longevity, ensure that your system environment provides adequate airflow around the drive bay and that all cable connections are firmly seated to prevent signal loss during high-speed data transfers.