IB-1817MA-C31 - External hard drive Icy Box - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	External M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure
Brand	Icy Box
Model	IB-1817MA-C31
Interface	USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
Compatible Drive	M.2 NVMe (M-Key, 2230/2242/2260/2280)
Max Data Transfer Rate	10 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
Dimensions	108 x 34 x 12 mm
Weight	45 g
Power Supply	Bus-powered via USB-C
Housing Material	Aluminum alloy
Operating System Support	Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS
Cooling	Passive (aluminum heatsink)
Function	Provides external storage via USB-C for M.2 NVMe SSDs
Cleaning and Maintenance	Wipe with a soft dry cloth; avoid liquids
Safety	Do not disassemble; avoid exposure to water or high temperatures
Spare Parts and Repairability	No user-serviceable parts; enclosure is not designed for repair
General Information	Designed for high-speed external storage; plug and play

Frequently Asked Questions - IB-1817MA-C31 Icy Box

What type of SSD is compatible with the Icy Box IB-1817MA-C31?

The enclosure supports M.2 NVMe SSDs with M-Key interface, sizes 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280.

Does the IB-1817MA-C31 support SATA M.2 SSDs?

No, it only supports NVMe (PCIe) M.2 SSDs. SATA M.2 drives are not compatible.

What is the maximum transfer speed?

Up to 10 Gbps with USB 3.2 Gen 2. Actual speed depends on the SSD and host device.

Is the enclosure bus-powered?

Yes, it draws power directly from the USB-C port, no external power supply needed.

Which operating systems are supported?

Works with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS. No driver installation required for most systems.

How do I install an M.2 SSD into the enclosure?

Remove the cover, insert the M.2 SSD at a 45-degree angle, then press down and secure with the screw. Close the cover.

Does it come with a USB-C cable?

Yes, a USB-C to USB-C cable is included. An adapter may be needed for USB-A ports.

Can I use it with a USB 2.0 port?

Yes, it is backward compatible, but speeds will be limited to USB 2.0 rates (480 Mbps).

Is the enclosure hot-swappable?

Yes, supports plug and play and hot-swapping on most systems. Safely eject before disconnecting.

How do I clean the enclosure?

Use a soft, lint-free cloth lightly dampened with water or isopropyl alcohol. Do not use abrasive cleaners or submerge in water.

USER MANUAL IB-1817MA-C31 Icy Box

Quick installation guide IB-1817Ma-C31

External Type-C ^® enclosure for M.2 NVMe SSD with write protection

Exterior view of a gray rectangular electronic device with black heat sinks and labeled ports (no readable text beyond branding)

Quick installation guide IB-1817Ma-C31

Product overview

1. LED for power and write protection status
2. Switch for write protection activation
3. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ^® interface to host connection

Important product information

Dear customer,

please note the following information about the compatibility of USB Type-C ^® enclosures and adapters, including this device!

• Your host computer must have a USB Type C® interface.
• The IB-1817Ma-C31 also works with computers and notebooks with USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 Type-A interfaces as long as the appropriate adapter is available.
• The enclosure also works on devices with a Thunderbolt® 3 interface with transfer rates of up to 10 Gbit/s specified by USB 3.2 Gen 2.
• The Type-C® interface can be connected with USB 3.0 or 2.0 standard in some notebooks and computers. The enclosure only supplies the full data transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s to USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® interfaces.
• The following operating systems are supported: Windows®, macOS®

Packing content:

1x IB-1817Ma-C31 (drive not included)

1x Type-C ^® to Type-C ^® / Type-A cable

2x Silicon thermal pads (0.75 mm/grey, 1,0 mm/blue)

1x Heat sink

1x Tool for the write protection switch

1x Screw driver

1x Set of screws, 1x Quick installation guide

1x textile pouch

Quick installation guide IB-1817Ma-C31

External Type-C ^® enclosure for M.2 NVMe SSD with write protection

With the help of the external USB 3.1 Type-C® enclosure IB-1817Ma-C31 you can take one NVMe card with you quickly and easily. It allows access to M.2 SSDs of up to 2 TB no matter to which host you connect it. The IB-1817Ma-C31 is compatible with M.2 cards of 30, 42, 60 and 80 mm length, operating system-independent and suitable for a variety of applications such as high-speed storage, cloning a drive or running a mobile operating system.

With the IB-1817Ma-C31, sensitive data can now be protected against changes and released again via a switch. With the practical mini tool supplied and a small hand movement, the switch on the IB-1817Ma-C31 can be moved to the desired position. Click - Safe.

Key features:

• Housing made of high-grade aluminium with innovative heatsink design
- Interface to host computer: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®, up to 10 Gbit/s
• Supports PCIe 3.0 x2 data transfer rates of up to 1000 megabyte per second
• M-Key socket for NVMe SSDs, 22x 30/42/60/80 mm
- Provides an additional patented heatsink and thermal pad inside
- Activation of the write protection via switch
• LED for power and access
• Supports Windows®, macOS®

Quick installation guide IB-1817Ma-C31

1. Installation

Important: During the drive assembly all cabling has to be disconnected from the computer.

Close-up of a mechanical component with a screwdriver inserted, showing teeth and a central slot (no text or symbols visible)

1. Unscrew the two screws as displayed and open the sidecover.

Close-up of a hand holding a flexible electronic device with a magnified inset showing internal components (no text or symbols visible)

1. Take out the PCB.

Diagram of a computer RAM module with an arrow indicating a component, no text or symbols present

1. Combine the circular notch of the round M.2 holder with the semi-circular notch of the M.2 SSD and hold it with one finger (the thinner side upwards). Insert your SSD carefully with the connection side into the M.2 socket at an angle of about 30^ so it fits in smoothly.

Close-up of a mechanical component with a tool inserted, showing a bolt and wire (no text or symbols visible)

1. Then push the SSD card down and fix the M.2 nut with the screw as displayed.

Quick installation guide IB-1817Ma-C31

Close-up of a hand holding a white strip on a device, with a numbered circle and arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

1. Place the delivered thermal pad directly on the M.2 NVMe SSD. To get in close contact with the enclosure for an optimal heat dissipation, please use the right thermal pad accordingly to your available M.2 NVMe SSD.
2. 0,75 mm/grey for thicker SSDs
3. 1,0 mm/blue for thinner SSDs

Close-up of a metallic cylindrical component with dashed markings, no visible text or symbols

1. Put the heatsink on the thermal pad and align the notch to the screw nut.

Close-up of hands inserting a circuit board into a device (no visible text or symbols)

1. Install the PCB back into the track inside the housing. Pay attention to the correct alignment!

Close-up of a screwdriver inserted into a battery pack (no text or symbols visible)

1. Install the cover and fasten two screws. Please make sure the write protection switch is placed in the square hole when installing the cover.

Note! Change the write-protect mode before connecting to computer*

Quick installation guide IB-1817Ma-C31

2. Usage

1. Connect the IB-1817Ma-C31 via the delivered cable to the corresponding port of your host computer.
2. When the IB-1817Ma-C31 has been plugged correctly the LED will turn on white!
3. As soon as the write protection has been activated by switch, the LED lights up red*

*Important! A change of the write-protect mode will only be activated when the device has been disconnected and then reconnected to the host computer.

3. Application

Drives must be initialized and have active partitions to be immediately recognized as volumes in the operating system. If this is not the case, initialize the drives in the volume management of your operating system.

• The external drive can be connected to or disconnected from the computer via USB cable without shutting down the computer.
• Please await the end of read/write operations before disconnecting the drive to avoid data loss.

The full USB 3.2 Gen 2 transfer rate can only be achieved with a compatible USB 3.2 Gen 2 host computer. Furthermore, the USB 3.1 drivers must be installed by the operating system. If this is not the case, install the appropriate drivers for your operating system (Windows ^® , macOS ^® ).

For more information, please visit www.icybox.de.

Close-up of a screwdriver inserted into a mechanical component, showing teeth and internal structure (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a hand holding a flexible cable with an internal component, showing a directional arrow (no text or symbols visible)

Diagram of a computer motherboard with an arrow indicating a component, no text or symbols present

Close-up of a mechanical component with a tool inserted, showing a bolt and screw assembly (no text or symbols visible)

Close-up of a hand holding a white strip on a device, with a numbered circle and arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Exterior view of a battery pack with dashed lines indicating internal structure (no text or symbols)

Close-up of hands inserting a component into a device, with a numbered callout (7) and an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Close-up of a screwdriver inserted into a battery pack with a plug, showing mechanical components and an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

© Copyright 2022 by RaidSonic Technology GmbH. All Rights Reserved

The information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. RaidSonic Technology GmbH assumes no responsibility for any errors contained in this manual. RaidSonic Technology GmbH reserves the right to make changes in the specifications and/or design of the above mentioned product without prior notice. The diagrams contained in this manual may also not fully represent the product that you are using and are there for illustration purposes only. RaidSonic Technology GmbH assumes no responsibility for any differences between the product mentioned in this manual and the product you may have.