Best Icy Box products in the Hard drive enclosures category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Icy Box products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. Icy Box IB-1817M-C31
With the IB-1817M-C31 external USB 3.1 Type-C enclosure, an NVMe SSD can be quickly and easily carried along. It allows access to M.2 disks of up to 2 TB no matter which host computer it is connected to. The integrated cooling plate transfers the resulting waste heat from the SSD to the housing and thus optimally cools the SSD. This prevents the usual premature reduction of the transmission rate to protect against overheating.
2. Icy Box IB-200T-C3
External Enclosure 2.5" USB 3.2 G12.5'' SSD Enclosure: With USB Type-C and USB Type-A, the enclosure offers two connection options thanks to the combination cable. Depending on the host computer, either USB connector can be used. High compatibility: Whether your computer runs on Windows, macOS, or Chrome OS, the IB-200T-C3 automatically adapts to any operating system and consistently proves to be a reliable companion. 100% tool-free: Installing or swapping out a hard drive with the IB-200T-C3 is super fast and super easy: slide open the cover, insert the drive, slide the cover back on, and you're done. For 2.5'' SATA I/II/III: As long as your 2.5'' SATA I/II/III HDDs or SSDs do not exceed a maximum height of 9.5 mm, all these storage media fit into the IB-200T-C3 and can be used immediately. USB 3.2 Gen 1: Ensures smooth data transfer: simply connect with the appropriate USB Type-C or Type-A connector and start data transfer at 5 Gbit/s.
3. Icy Box IB-1121-U3
Icy Box IB-1121-U3 Docking Station for 2.5"/3.5" SATA Drives
Features:
- Color: black
- Material: plastic
- Drive size: 2.5", 3.5"
- Drive height: up to 20 mm
- Drive connection: SATA I, II, III (6 Gbit/s)
- Drive capacity: unlimited
- Connection to host computer: USB-A 3.2 Gen 1
- Transfer rate: up to 5 Gbit/s
- Plug & Play
- LED indicator: power and access
Easy Docking
The housing slot quickly and easily accommodates a 2.5" or 3.5" SATA I/II/III SSD or HDD and can be used immediately as an external storage medium. The simple plugging and unplugging of drives makes swapping effortless and requires no tools.
Fast Data Exchange
Fast data transfer from the computer to a drive or vice versa is achieved at speeds of up to 5 Gbit/s via the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface. This reduces waiting times for read and write operations. The docking station connects to the host computer via a USB Type-A plug.
High Compatibility
No matter which system you use, the IB-1121-U3 is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Chrome OS. Thanks to Plug & Play, none of the operating systems require additional driver installation. With its matte black design, the device also visually integrates perfectly into the work environment.
4. Icy Box External housing Housing IB-3805-C31 5x3.5
Were you impressed by the first model, the 10-bay enclosure IB-3810U3? Now, the series continues and offers the same advantages in a 5-bay enclosure, which is made of high-quality aluminum and equipped with the latest USB Type-C 3.1 (Gen 2) technology. A sequel couldn't be more exciting and up-to-date. This external single enclosure accommodates a total of five SATA I/II/III hard drives. It is primarily made of aluminum, making it stable and excellent at dissipating heat. The cooling of the drives is further supported by a large 120 mm fan at the back and corresponding air vents on the doors of the drive bays at the front. The doors of the individual slots are lockable. The system LEDs indicate operation and hard drive usage. As an immense data storage solution, it showcases its full functionality. The external interface USB 3.1 (Gen 2) with UASP support plays a significant role, as does the ability to use hard drives without any capacity limitations. The features of the IB-3805-C31 also include various other convenient functions, such as tool-free hard drive installation and an energy-saving standby mode. Additionally, it supports HotSwap capability, Plug & Play, compatibility with both Windows and macOS systems, and the ability to individually power on and off the drives without interrupting the USB connection. The additional USB 3.1 (Gen 2) Type-C HUB interface is also a real highlight, allowing for the connection of a second IB-3805-C31 in a Daisy Chain configuration, should more drives be needed later.
5. Icy Box IB-525-U3
The IB-525-U3 is an external enclosure for 5.25" SATA drives or hard drive exchange frames. Whether you want to use a DVD, Blu-ray, or an old CD drive, these devices will find a new home in this simple black aluminum case. Internal hard drive exchange frames can also be used externally now. With USB 3.2 Gen 1, a data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s is available, which can be connected to the host computer via a USB Type-C or Type-A connection.
For standard DVD or Blu-ray drives
Do you still have a drive left over from an old desktop PC? Or a standard DVD or Blu-ray drive? That's great because you can now easily use them externally by inserting the drive into the IB-525-U3. The ICY BOX enclosure is suitable for all 5.25" SATA drives.
Flexible use
Not only standard DVD or Blu-ray drives can now be used externally with the IB-525-U3, but the functional enclosure can also accommodate exchange frames in the 5.25" format. This way, some hardware can be brought back to life.
High-quality aluminum
The enclosure is made of high-quality aluminum, making it robust and particularly durable. The simple black design integrates well into the IT peripherals of most workplaces.
6. Icy Box ext. 3.5" housing IB-377U3
The new chipset supports UASP technology and SATA III 6 Gbit/s hard drives, making data transfer significantly faster than with a standard USB 3.0 enclosure. The Easy Swap mechanism also allows for high speeds during hard drive changes: open the lid, remove the hard drive, insert the new hard drive, close the lid, and you're done.
7. Icy Box ext. M.2 NVMe housing IB-1816M-C31
With the external USB 3.1 Type-C enclosure IB-1816M-C31, you can quickly and easily take an NVMe card with you. It allows access to M.2 drives of up to 2 TB, regardless of which host you connect it to. The IB-1816M-C31 is compatible with M.2 cards (M-Key) of lengths 30, 42, 60, and 80 mm, is operating system independent, and is suitable for a variety of applications such as high-speed storage, cloning a drive, or running a mobile operating system.
Hard drive enclosures
CHF22.70
Icy Box ext. M.2 NVMe housing IB-1816M-C31
M.2 2230, M.2 2242, M.2 2260, M.2 2280
8. Icy Box IB-1817MC-C31
The IB-1817MC-C31 drive enclosure is compact in size and excellent in performance. The external USB 3.1 (Gen 2) Type-C enclosure IB-1817MC-C31 allows for quick and easy installation and transport of either an NVMe or a SATA SSD. Access to M.2 drives with a capacity of up to 2 TB is possible, regardless of the host it is connected to.
9. Icy Box IB-377-C31
The timeless design of the IB-377 series easily makes you forget that it is the latest addition to the family. As usual, the materials and workmanship meet the high Icy Box standard. The incredibly fast USB 3.1 (Gen 2) connection allows data transfers of up to 10 Gbit/s. The IB-377-C31 is made from a discreet yet elegantly appealing combination of high-gloss polished aluminum and sandblasted plastic. This makes it not only attractive but also very lightweight. Thanks to Plug & Play and HotSwap, a single click in the operating system is all it takes to access the contents of the hard drive. A glance at the blue LED ring indicates whether the hard drive is ready for data access.
With USB 3.1 technology, even greater data transfer rates are achieved. USB 3.1 is backward compatible, provided that appropriate cables or adapters are used. The data rate of up to 10 Gbit/s is supported by the included USB 3.1 Type-C cable and requires only a compatible end device in the form of a PC, tablet, or similar.
10. Icy Box IB-1807MT-C31
The IB-1807MT-C31 is an external enclosure for M.2 NVMe SSDs. Your storage finds a secure place in the robust enclosure made of high-quality aluminum - and all without the use of tools. The aluminum also ensures optimal cooling of the storage. USB 3.2 (Gen 2) enables fast data transfer of up to 10 Gbit/s. The appropriate USB Type-C cable with Type-A adapter is included. The high-quality aluminum enclosure accommodates SSDs in all common M.2 form factors: from 2230 to 2242, 2260, and 2280.
