Carcasă SSD Icy Dock MB861U31-1M2B

The ICYNano MB861U31-1M2B is a compact external enclosure that converts a single M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD into a portable USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gb/s) pocket drive. It supports M.2 lengths 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280 and the extra-long enterprise 22110, and includes both USB-C to C and USB-C to A cables for wide system compatibility. The enclosure features a metal body with a high-efficiency heatsink lid and a thermal pad to manage temperature under heavy workloads.

Advantages

The tool-less adjustable M.2 locker allows fast, tool-free swapping of M.2 NVMe SSDs of various lengths in seconds. Support for 22110 enterprise drives enables higher endurance and suitability for data‑intensive applications. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface delivers up to 10Gb/s transfer speeds for quick backups and fast media transfers, while the included heatsink and thermal pad reduce thermal throttling. The enclosure is slim, durable, and designed for portability.

Suitable for

• Media professionals working with 4K/5K/8K video files
• IT technicians and computer repair specialists who swap drives frequently
• Users needing a portable, high-speed external NVMe solution

Key specifications

• Model: ICYNano MB861U31-1M2B
• Supported M.2 sizes: 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s)
• Supported drive type: M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD
• USB connector: USB Type-C (includes C–C and C–A cables)
• Material: Plastic and aluminium; Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.099 kg

How to use

Open the enclosure and place the M.2 NVMe SSD into the drive tray, aligning the connector with the slot. Slide the patent-pending adjustable M.2 locker toward the SSD to secure it in place without tools. Attach the heatsink lid and ensure the thermal pad contacts the drive surface. Connect the enclosure to your computer using the included USB-C cable (use the C–A cable for legacy ports if needed). The device is plug-and-play and requires no drivers on most operating systems.

Recommendations

For sustained heavy workloads, ensure the heatsink lid is properly seated and allow airflow around the enclosure. Use high-quality USB 3.2 Gen 2 cables provided to maintain full 10Gb/s performance and avoid using passive C–A adapters that may reduce speed or cause compatibility issues.