Name: Mobile rack for 2x HDD/SSD
Brand: ICY BOX

Mobile rack for 2x HDD/SSD
for 1x 3.5 bay

IB-AC643

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Backplane

Fits into a standard 3.5'' drive bay

Capacity

Supports installation of up to two 2.5 HDDs or SSDs in one 3.5 bay

Compatible

Also suitable for small Media Center PCs

Material

Metal material helps to release the heat of HDDs

Fanless

Optional A standard 80 mm fan could be added to the bottom of the mounting kit (fan not included)

When the new technology takes its toll

If you have two SSDs available, but no proper mounting place in order to add it to your PC, the IB-AC643 can be helpful. This practical metal mounting frame can contain up to two 2.5" HDDs or SSDs in just one 3.5" bay.

Optimally stowed

One of the main reasons for short HDD life span is over heating. The frame is made of heat conducting full metal and additioanlly provides a possibility to mount an 80 mm fan on the bottom (not included in the package).

Small but wow

Thanks to it's compact size this frame can be installed almost anywhere, even in small media center PCs.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Data

Model	IB-AC643
Article No	70643
EAN Code	4250078188537
Brand	ICY BOX
Category	mobile racks
Material	Aluminium
Colour	Black
HDD size (inch)	2x 2.5" HDD/SSD

Logistical Data

Packing unit	100 pcs/carton
Total weight	11.52 kg/carton
Gross weight (incl. packing)	0.105 kg
Net weight	0.072 kg
Dimension/carton	550x380x280 mm
Dimension of packing box	30x110x155 mm
Dimension of article	24x101x115 mm
Country of origin	China

DOCUMENTS

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FAQ

Compatibility with the host computer

For USB 3.0 and 3.1 enclosures from ICY BOX, make sure that the corresponding USB port is available on your host computer. Although our enclosures are always USB downward compatible, please note that the specified data transfer rates cannot be achieved with an older USB version.

Are cables included in the package content?

All our ICY BOX enclosures are supplied with cables. Whether integrated in the enclosure or included, the cables are always part of the ICY BOX enclosure.
If you want to connect a USB Type-C® enclosure to a USB Type-A connector, it is possible to use an adapter from ICY BOX (IB-CB015). The same works in the other direction from USB Type-A to USB Type-C® (IB-CB003).

Up to which hard disk capacity can I equip the ICY BOX?

The capacity of all our enclosures is unlimited.

Can a HDD be removed from an external HDD and installed into an ICY BOX?

Only conditionally. It is possible that HDDs purchased in combination with enclosures have special firmware that prohibits operation in other external enclosures (e.g. ICY BOX) or only allows operation in special enclosures. We recommend to equip our external ICY BOX enclosures with conventional drives, which can be purchased separately on the market.

Are special drivers required?

No, only the standard USB drivers are required, which are already pre-installed on your system by default. Please make sure that the USB drivers are up to date.

Can the enclosure also be connected to USB 2.0 ports?

Yes, this is possible. Please note, that the data transfer rates are much lower in this case.

Do I need a power supply for my external 2.5" enclosure?

An additional power supply for your 2.5" enclosure is usually not required. However, some of our external cases do have a 5 V connection to which you can connect an external power supply if required. An external power supply is not included.

Why is the HDD/SSD not recognized?

Make sure your HDD/SSD is correctly connected to the external enclosure and its connectors.
If the HDD/SSD is new, it must first be correctly formatted and partitioned before it is displayed in the system.
Use a different USB port on your notebook or PC.
Check if the power supply is connected and the external enclosure is switched on with the on/off switch (only for 3.5" enclosures).
Update the USB 3.0 / USB 3.1 drivers of your notebook/PC or mainboard. Current USB drivers can be found on the website of your mainboard manufacturer.

Everything is connected, but no function.

To avoid possible problems, there are some quick tests that you can perform. You can test if the following components work correctly and are not the source of the problem:
- Cables
- HDD/SSD
- Enclosure
To test your components, proceed as follows:
- Use the cables, hard drives, and enclosures on another system to see if your system is the source of the problem.
- Use a different cable, HDD/SSD, and hard disk enclosure one after the other to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in a different setup.

Where can I find drivers for my device?

If drivers or firmware updates are available for your device, you can find them on the ICY BOX website by clicking on the download button below the corresponding product picture.Alternatively, you can also search for the desired product via the support tab in the search field and then click on the firmware button. However, if you are using a current operating system, it will rarely be necessary to install drivers at a later date.

Why is the built-in fan so noisy? (Not all devices do have a fan.)

The built-in fan is automatically controlled by a thermal sensor. However, you can also control the fan manually.

Can I install another fan?

Yes, you can replace the existing fan with an identical fan. For the exact specifications of the fan, please refer to the data sheet of the product.

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