Wednesday, February 25th 2026
Icy Dock Reveals Concept Product CP152-1, 2.5-inch Dual Slot Mobile Rack Adapter
The CP152-1 is a concept PCIe storage adapter card designed to explore market demand for a compact, rear-swappable 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD solution with built-in RAID 1 functionality. By utilizing a dual-slot PCIe form factor, the CP152-1 enables the installation of two 9.5 mm 2.5" SATA drives with RAID 1 or JBOD support, delivering a simplified approach to data protection and storage expansion without the need for traditional drive cages or backplanes.
The CP152-1 adopts a rear-accessible removable tray architecture, allowing system integrators to evaluate alternative service workflows and chassis layouts while maintaining a clean, cable-free PCIe installation.
Rear-Swappable Tray Design for Service Flexibility
The CP152-1 features a rear-swappable removable tray design, enabling drives to be installed or replaced from the rear of the system without removing the adapter card from the PCIe slot. This approach is ideal for system designs where rear access is preferred or required, such as compact servers, embedded systems, or industrial platforms with restricted front access.
The tray structure is engineered to remain stable when drives are removed, ensuring secure PCIe slot retention and preventing connector stress during maintenance operations.
Built-In PCIe RAID 1 / JBOD Support
Designed as a self-contained PCIe storage solution, the CP152-1 supports RAID 1 for data redundancy and JBOD for flexible storage configurations, making it suitable for applications that require basic data protection without the complexity of external RAID controllers.
By integrating RAID functionality directly on the adapter, the CP152-1 simplifies system architecture and reduces overall build cost while maintaining reliable SATA drive operation.
Clean PCIe-Based Storage Expansion
Using a PCIe x4 interface as both the power and data connection, the CP152-1 eliminates the need for additional SATA power or data cables. This streamlined design improves airflow, reduces cable clutter, and shortens installation time—particularly beneficial for compact or high-density systems. With a maximum transfer rate of up to 8 Gbps, the CP152-1 delivers sufficient bandwidth for dual 2.5" SATA drives while maintaining stable performance through its PCIe-based architecture.
The fanless structure further enhances reliability in environments where low noise, low maintenance, and mechanical simplicity are critical.
Designed for Market Validation and SI Evaluation
As a concept product, the CP152-1 is intended to gather feedback from system integrators and solution providers regarding preferences for rear-swappable versus side-swappable drive designs. Published alongside the CP152, it allows direct comparison of serviceability, installation workflows, and application suitability across different system architectures.
Key Features
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Icy Dock (product page)
The CP152-1 adopts a rear-accessible removable tray architecture, allowing system integrators to evaluate alternative service workflows and chassis layouts while maintaining a clean, cable-free PCIe installation.
The CP152-1 features a rear-swappable removable tray design, enabling drives to be installed or replaced from the rear of the system without removing the adapter card from the PCIe slot. This approach is ideal for system designs where rear access is preferred or required, such as compact servers, embedded systems, or industrial platforms with restricted front access.
The tray structure is engineered to remain stable when drives are removed, ensuring secure PCIe slot retention and preventing connector stress during maintenance operations.
Built-In PCIe RAID 1 / JBOD Support
Designed as a self-contained PCIe storage solution, the CP152-1 supports RAID 1 for data redundancy and JBOD for flexible storage configurations, making it suitable for applications that require basic data protection without the complexity of external RAID controllers.
By integrating RAID functionality directly on the adapter, the CP152-1 simplifies system architecture and reduces overall build cost while maintaining reliable SATA drive operation.
Using a PCIe x4 interface as both the power and data connection, the CP152-1 eliminates the need for additional SATA power or data cables. This streamlined design improves airflow, reduces cable clutter, and shortens installation time—particularly beneficial for compact or high-density systems. With a maximum transfer rate of up to 8 Gbps, the CP152-1 delivers sufficient bandwidth for dual 2.5" SATA drives while maintaining stable performance through its PCIe-based architecture.
The fanless structure further enhances reliability in environments where low noise, low maintenance, and mechanical simplicity are critical.
Designed for Market Validation and SI Evaluation
As a concept product, the CP152-1 is intended to gather feedback from system integrators and solution providers regarding preferences for rear-swappable versus side-swappable drive designs. Published alongside the CP152, it allows direct comparison of serviceability, installation workflows, and application suitability across different system architectures.
Key Features
- Fits 2 × 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD (up to 9.5 mm height)
- Rear-swappable removable tray design for maintenance without card removal
- Built-in PCIe RAID 1 / JBOD support for data protection or flexible storage
- PCIe x4 interface for power and data, eliminating extra cables
- Ideal for automation systems, semiconductor manufacturing, industrial PCs, edge servers, media editing workstations
- Fanless design for silent operation and improved reliability
- Occupies dual PCIe slot space for compact integration
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