Icy Dock - EXLink MB308A
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- Storage Capacity0 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeSSDForm Factor2.5 in.Interface(s)PCIe Gen 4 x16
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 0 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Form Factor: 2.5 in.
- Interface(s): PCIe Gen 4 x16 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: Icy Dock
- Product Name: Icy Dock EXLink MB308A
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 0 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: Internal
- Product Compatibility: Server
- Form Factor: 2.5 in.
- Interface(s): PCIe Gen 4 x16 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Features
- Usage: Enterprise/server, Performance computing
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 6.5 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 4.8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.3 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Other
- UPC: 884826509226
The ICY DOCK EXLink MB308A is a high-performance PCIe 4.0 x16 adapter card featuring two SlimSAS 8i (SFF-8654) ports for direct NVMe connectivity. Engineered with an integrated redriver IC and PCIe clock buffer, the MB308A maintains signal integrity across longer cable runs, ensuring stable PCIe Gen4 speed and reliability. Validated with ICY DOCK NVMe mobile racks and enclosures, the MB308A provides a dependable foundation for servers, workstations, and validation labs where consistent NVMe storage performance is mission critical.
- Optimized PCIe 4.0 x16 Connectivity for NVMe Storage: With a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface delivering up to 256Gbps of total bandwidth, the MB308A is designed to work with motherboards that support lane bifurcation (x4, x4, x4, x4). When enabled, this feature allows the adapter to connect up to four NVMe SSDs across its two SlimSAS 8i ports. If the motherboard does not provide bifurcation, only a single SSD may be recognized.
- Redriver for Stable High-Speed Signals: In high-speed NVMe environments, PCIe signals can degrade over longer PCB traces or external cables. The MB308A's built-in redriver equalizes and amplifies signals, enabling SlimSAS connections to sustain full PCIe Gen4 speed even with qualified long-reach cables. This ensures reliable throughput for demanding workloads such as AI/ML training, data validation, and scientific simulations.
- PCIe Clock Buffer & SMBus Management: To maintain timing accuracy across connected devices, the MB308A integrates a 100MHz PCIe clock buffer for SlimSAS-based NVMe storage. Built-in SMBus switching and reset management enhance stability and provide out-of-band control, ensuring reliable operation in enterprise-grade applications.
- Validated NVMe Compatibility with ICY DOCK Mobile Racks: The MB308A has been validated with ICY DOCK NVMe mobile racks and enclosures, ensuring reliable interoperability for enterprise and workstation deployments. This reduces integration risk for system builders and provides customers with a fully tested solution for high-speed removable NVMe storage.
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