ICY DOCK ToughArmor MB998SK-B / MB998SP-B / MB998IP-B

Full Metal 8 Bay 2.5" SAS / SATA HDD & SSD Backplane Cage

Model Numbers: MB998SK-B, MB998SP-B, MB998IP-B

Package Contents

User Manual × 1
Device × 10
Drive ID Plug × 2
M3*2.5 Screw for Device × 10 (2 screws for spare parts)
M3*4 Screw for 2.5" HDD/SSD × 18 (2 screws for spare parts)
Key (MB998SK-B only) × 2
Fan Speed Reduction Cables (MB998SP-B / MB998SK-B only) × 2

Note: Please use the included screws to secure the drive(s).

Device Information

Front View

Models: MB998SP-B / MB998IP-B

1 Drive Tray Ejection Button: A button to release the drive tray.
2 2-Segment Lock: A lock mechanism for securing the drive tray (exclusive to MB998SK-B).
3 Slot for Drive ID Plug: A slot to insert the drive identification plug.
4 LED Indicator: Shows device status. Solid Green indicates device power, and Flashing Green indicates drive access.

Model: MB998SK-B

1 Drive Tray Ejection Button: A button to release the drive tray.
2 2-Segment Lock: A lock mechanism for securing the drive tray.
3 Slot for Drive ID Plug: A slot to insert the drive identification plug.
4 LED Indicator: Shows device status. Solid Green indicates device power, and Flashing Green indicates drive access.

Rear View

Models: MB998SP-B / MB998SK-B

1 15 Pin SATA Power: Connects to the system's power supply. Note: It is required to connect both 15-pin power connectors to the enclosure.
2 7 Pin SATA Port: Connects to the motherboard's SATA interface.
3 MiniSAS HD Connector: For SAS connectivity.
4 3 Pin Fan Connector: Connects to the system fan header.
5 Fan Speed Controller: A switch or dial to adjust fan speed.

Model: MB998IP-B

1 15 Pin SATA Power: Connects to the system's power supply. Note: It is required to connect both 15-pin power connectors to the enclosure.
2 7 Pin SATA Port: Connects to the motherboard's SATA interface.
3 MiniSAS HD Connector: For SAS connectivity.

Installation Guide

Step 1: Prepare the Drive Tray

This device accommodates drives with up to 7mm height. Please follow the arrow direction when inserting the HDD or SSD into the tray.

Note: Do not discard the removed screws, as they are for HDD/SSD mounting purposes.

Action: Place the 2.5" HDD/SSD into the drive tray. Align the screw holes on the drive with the holes on the tray. Use the included M3*4 screws to secure the drive onto the tray.

Step 2: Install Drive ID Plug (Optional)

Action: Insert the drive ID plug into the designated slot on the tray according to your preference for labeling.

Step 3: Secure the Drive Tray

Action: Insert the drive tray (with the secured HDD/SSD) into the backplane cage. Ensure it slides in smoothly.

For MB998SK-B: Use the included keys to unlock or lock the drive tray by changing the lock direction.

Step 4: Connect Cables (Rear View)

Action: Connect the 15-pin SATA power connector(s), 7-pin SATA port, and MiniSAS HD connector (if applicable) to the appropriate ports on the rear of the cage and your system.

Action: Connect the 3-pin fan connector to the motherboard or fan controller.

Action: Adjust the fan speed using the Fan Speed Controller if available.

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