Icy Dock CP132 5.25-Inch Bay Sneakernet Solution for 4 PCIe 5.0 U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs

Icy Dock launches the CP132, a PCIe 5.0 NVMe sneakernet solution designed for large digital file transport and offline data backup, fitting any standard 5.25” optical drive bay of a computer case or rackmount.

The CP132 enables businesses and professionals to physically transfer data with up to 4x U.2/U.3 NVMe SSD capacity at a 128Gb/s transfer rate from one system or workstation to another. it is for large scale backup or transfer in enterprises or video production studios, data transport between remote areas lacking network connectivity, or data migration between large data centers and clients.

Removable SSD caddy and retractable handle design
It features a heavy-duty, fully-enclosed removable drive caddy that allows users to remove/install 4xU.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs together for physically transporting large amounts of data between systems. To remove the drive caddy, rotate the center thumb screw to release the retractable mechanical handle and pull the handle to remove the drive caddy from the system. To reinstall the drive caddy quickly, reverse the previous steps. The rugged, all-metal enclosed drive caddy securely protects the installed U.2/U.3 SSDs, preventing damage to the SSDs and data during transportation.

PCIe 5.0 transfer speeds

Equipped with 2 SlimSAS 8i connectors, the CP132 supports PCIe 5.0 U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs, delivering transfer speeds of up to 128Gb/s. That’s 4x faster than PCIe 3.0 and 20x faster than SATA interfaces.

Rugged all-metal design

Continuing the legacy of the firm’s ToughArmor series, the CP132 features an all-metal construction, from its chassis to the drive caddy. It is capable of operating in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 60°C, and is backed by a 5-year warranty, ensuring smooth and stable performance even in the most demanding environments.

Optimal cooling efficiency

The CP132 is equipped with two 40x40x20mm cooling fans that draw cool air through the densely perforated cooling vents on the front panel, expelling the heat generated by U.2/U.3 SSDs from the rear of the chassis. The all-metal enclosure and caddy also contribute to heat dissipation, ensuring optimal cooling performance.

Key features

• Fits 1×5.25″ optical drive bay of a computer case or rackmount
• Accommodates 4×2.5″ U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs, up to 15mm in height
• Utilizes 2xSlimSAS 8i connectors, supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with up to 128GB/s transfer speeds
• Removable drive caddy with retractable handle for installation/removal of 4 drives at once
• Equipped with dual 40x40x20mm fans; fans can be replaced without disassembling the unit
• Supports hot-plug functionality for U.2/U.3 NVMe SSDs (host environment must support hot-plug)
• Green LED indicator displays drive power and RW status

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