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ICY DOCK Full Metal 8 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Moblie Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB998SP-B

Name: ICY DOCK Full Metal 8 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Moblie Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB998SP-B
Brand: ICY DOCK
SKU: B00TL4US8K
Price: 279.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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

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$279.99

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Bottom line: The ICY DOCK Full Metal 8 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Moblie Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB998SP-B is a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the cases & modding category, priced around $279.99. Compare close alternatives before committing.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored ICY DOCK Full Metal 8 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Moblie Rack Enclosure… 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

✓ Dual 40mm fans keep your drives from overheating
✓ 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

Fits 8 x 5mm to 7mm 2.5” SATA hard drives or SSD’s in a single external 5.25” bay for high performance RAID applications
Dual 40mm fans keep your drives from overheating
Requires only 2 x 15pin power connectors to power all 8 bays
Supports SATA 6Gbps and hot swap
Removable tray system for easy maintenance

Full Specifications

Brand	ICY DOCK
Color	Black
Material	Metal
Model Number	MB998SP-B
Built-In Media	Hard Drive Enclosure
Item Type Name	ICY DOCK MB998SP-B Rugged Full Metal 8 Bay 2.5" SATA HDD & SSD HotSwap Backplane Cage for 5.25 Drive Bay, Tough Armor
Mfr Part Number	MB998SP-B
Hardware Platform	PC
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Server
Data Transfer Rate	6 Gigabits Per Second
Enclosure Material	Metal
Hardware Interface	SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Warranty Description	3 years
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Connectivity Technology	SATA
Supported Devices Quantity	8
Global Trade Identification Number	00884826002376
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	5 Years

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ICY DOCK Full Metal 8 x 2.5 SAS/SATA HDD/SSD Moblie Rack Enclosure for 5.25" Bay | ToughArmor MB998SP-B 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.