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ICY DOCK Rugged 4 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Mobile Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB994SP-4S

Name: ICY DOCK Rugged 4 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Mobile Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB994SP-4S
Brand: ICY DOCK
SKU: B0040Z924Q
Price: 159.88 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-07

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$159.88

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Bottom line: The ICY DOCK Rugged 4 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Mobile Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB994SP-4S is a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the cases & modding category, priced around $159.88. Compare close alternatives before committing.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored ICY DOCK Rugged 4 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Mobile Rack Enclosure for… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the cases & modding category. ICY DOCK's cases & modding lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Mixed or limited buyer feedback at this price point — focus your evaluation on recent reviews that specifically address build quality and long-term reliability, and shortlist one or two close alternatives before deciding.

Common buyer scenarios for cases & modding of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 2 x 4 pin power connector to reduce cable connections.
✓ Backed by ICY DOCK's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

Rugged Heavy duty full metal construction with suggested applications in Medical & Military systems, Media servers, and IPCs, approved & used by Tier 1 companies.
Fits 4 x 5mm to 15mm 2.5” SATA HDD or SSD in a single external 5.25” bay for high performance RAID applications.
2 x 4 pin power connector to reduce cable connections.
Supports SATA 6Gbps or SAS 12Gbps (single channel)
Dual 40mm cooling fans.
Industry-leading 5 years limited warranty with exceptional customer support

Full Specifications

Brand	ICY DOCK
Color	Matte Black
Material	Metal, SECC
Model Number	MB994SP-4S
Built-In Media	Information Not Available
Item Type Name	Drive Bay Adapter
Mfr Part Number	MB994SP-4S
Hardware Platform	PC
Compatible Devices	Laptop
Data Transfer Rate	12 Gigabits Per Second
Enclosure Material	Metal, SECC
Hardware Interface	SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Warranty Description	3 year Manufacturer
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Connectivity Technology	SATA, SAS
Memory Storage Capacity	4 GB
Supported Devices Quantity	4
Global Trade Identification Number	00510914374673, 04711132868548

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ICY DOCK Rugged 4 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Mobile Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB994SP-4S is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.