The ToughArmor MB601M2K-1B is the world's first industrial removable M.2 NVMe mobile rack that offers extreme data transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via a U.2 (SFF-8639) connection. The solution supports all standard M.2 PCIe NVMe SSDs, regardless of size and manufacturer, making it an ideal choice for Samsung, Western Digital, Intel, Crucial, Corsair, Adata and other drives. Thanks to its full NVMe bandwidth, it is ideal for data-intensive environments such as servers, data centers, and professional photo and video workflows.

One of the biggest advantages of the product is the removable SSD tray design, which protects the sensitive M.2 connector from wear due to frequent replacement. The built-in M.2 to U.2 conversion connector is designed for up to 10,000 connection cycles, compared to the typical 250 cycle life of M.2 connectors. This not only significantly increases the lifetime of the system, but also enables fast, safe drive replacement. The screwless, adjustable mounting mechanism supports all standard M.2 lengths while providing stable mounting and anti-vibration protection.

The all-metal, industrial construction provides outstanding physical protection and efficient heat dissipation. The integrated aluminum heatsink and included heat-conducting pads provide passive cooling, which is further enhanced by the multi-sided vents. The LED status indicator built into the tray provides feedback on the operation of the drive, while the key lock and dust cover offer extra security for industrial, military or vehicle-mounted systems. Reinforced rear metal support brackets reduce the risk of connector damage, especially in tight installation environments.

Main features:
Compatibility:
- M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD support in all lengths: 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110
- Manufacturer-independent compatibility
- Can also be used with motherboards, RAID/HBA cards and M.2 adapters
- Supported brands: Adaptec, Areca, Broadcom, HighPoint, Supermicro and others

Connection and performance:
- Connector: U.2 (SFF-8639) NVMe
- Maximum data transfer: 64 Gbps
- Full NVMe bandwidth support
- More than 10x faster than SATA solutions

Removable tray design:
- M.2–U.2 port protection connector
- Up to 10,000 connection cycles
- Screwless SSD mounting
- Fast and safe drive replacement

Cooling and protection:
- Full metal housing, tray and mounting frame
- Integrated aluminum heatsink
- Attached heat conducting pads
- Multi-sided ventilation openings
- Anti-vibration design

Safety and reliability:
- Key lock against unauthorized access
- Dust cover when empty
- Grounded connector with overvoltage protection
- Reinforced rear metal support brackets

Feedback:
- Built-in LED status indicator
- Automatically turns off if no drive is inserted