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product_id: 59692248
title: "Icy Dock 'SATA Hot Swap Backplane for 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) HDDs FlexCage black black Für 5x 3,5\" HDD in 3x 5,25\""
brand: "icy dock"
price: "KD 135.18"
currency: KWD
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/59692248-icy-dock-sata-hot-swap-backplane-for-3-5-inch
store_origin: KW
region: Kuwait
---

# 6 Gbps SATA III speed 5 HDD slots in 3 bays Sleek black FlexCage design Icy Dock 'SATA Hot Swap Backplane for 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) HDDs FlexCage black black Für 5x 3,5" HDD in 3x 5,25"

**Brand:** icy dock
**Price:** KD 135.18
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate your storage game—because your data deserves the VIP treatment.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Icy Dock 'SATA Hot Swap Backplane for 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) HDDs FlexCage black black Für 5x 3,5" HDD in 3x 5,25" by icy dock
- **How much does it cost?** KD 135.18 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/59692248-icy-dock-sata-hot-swap-backplane-for-3-5-inch)

## Best For

- icy dock enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted icy dock brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Tool-less Hot Swap:** Easily swap drives without downtime—perfect for dynamic workflows.
- • **Robust & Stylish Build:** Durable black FlexCage chassis blends professional aesthetics with rugged reliability.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works with SATA 1.5/3/6 Gbps drives, future-proofing your storage setup.
- • **Maximize Storage Density:** Fits 5 x 3.5" SATA HDDs into just 3 x 5.25" bays—space-saving powerhouse.
- • **Blazing Fast Data Transfer:** Supports SATA III speeds up to 6 Gbps for seamless, lag-free performance.

## Overview

The Icy Dock MB975SP-B R1 FlexCage is a high-density SATA hot swap backplane that fits five 3.5" SATA HDDs into three 5.25" bays, supporting up to 6 Gbps transfer speeds. Designed for professional-grade storage solutions, it offers tool-less hot swapping and broad SATA compatibility in a sleek black chassis, ideal for managers and tech-savvy pros seeking efficient, scalable storage.

## Description

Full description not available

## Features

- Fits 5 x 3.5" SATA III HDD into 3 x external 5.25" bays.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item weight | 1380 Grams |
| Compatible devices | 3.5“ SATA 1.5 / 3 / 6 Gbit/s hard drive x 5 |
| Hard disk form factor | 3.5 Inches |
| Max number of supported devices | 5 |
| Data transfer rate | 6 Gigabits Per Second |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00884826504764, 04711132867251 |
| Manufacturer | Icy Dock |
| UPC | 884826504764 |
| Product Dimensions | 21 x 14.7 x 12.6 cm; 1.38 kg |
| Item model number | MB975SP-B R1 |
| Series | MB975SP-B R1 |
| Form Factor | 3.5 inches, 5.25 inches |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 1.38 kg |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |

## Product Details

- **Hardware interface:** SATA 6.0 Gb/s
- **Brand:** Icy Dock
- **Colour:** Black
- **Hardware platform:** PC/Windows/Linux
- **Material:** Aluminium

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this dock support a raid if we have a onboard raid controller?  What is the dock GB/drive limitations?**
A: if the raid controller has individual sata outputs, it will work with anything. there is no processing/hardware in the dock it self, it merely passes the signal through, so there is not drive limitation

**Q: Hdd "power" lights: (a) always on= 'bay' has power even if no disks exist; (b) or each disk "power" light turns off when no disk exists per bay slot?**
A: It's per bay green/orange for disk present/activity and if no disk, its blank.

**Q: What is the largest drive it supports? As in 4tb? 8tb?**
A: This is a pass through, so it should be able to support up to the drive size limit support of either your motherboard or operating system.

**Q: What do i need to run this from my desktop pc?**
A: This is ment to be sitting inside 3 DVD size slots on your computer. So your case must have those slots. Second you will need to have 5 free sata connections cables. Third you will need to have 5 sata power connections or some splitters. Operationally it works like 5 extra hard drives connected to your system. Do with them what you will.

## Frequently Bought Together

- ICY DOCK (UPDATED VERSION) FlexCage MB975SP-B R1 Tray-less 5 Bay 3.5 SATA Hard Drive Hot Swap Backplane / Cage / Mobile Rack in 3 x 5.25 Drive Bay
- Cable Matters Internal Mini-SAS to 4x SATA Forward Breakout Cable 3.3 Feet

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*Last updated: 2026-01-26*