MRA180 2.5" SATA 6Gbps Floppy Bay Drive Extraction Box
MRA180 2.5" SATA 6Gbps Floppy Bay Drive Extraction Box
MRA180 2.5-Inch SATA 6Gbps Floppy Drive Bay Extraction Box
Repurpose your desktop PC's unused floppy drive bay into a fast, tool-free hard drive slot with the MRA180 2.5-Inch SATA 6.0Gbps Floppy Drive Slot Extraction Box. This compact internal drive caddy installs directly into a standard 3.5-inch floppy bay on your PC chassis and converts it into a fully functional 2.5-inch HDD or SSD hot-swap slot — no screwdrivers required.
Key Features
- Tool-Free Hot-Swap Design: Swap drives in seconds — just like plugging in a USB flash drive. The integrated NSS connector is rated for up to 50,000 hot-swap cycles without damaging the drive interface.
- SATA III 6.0 Gbps Speed: Delivers full SATA III bandwidth so your SSD or HDD performs at its maximum rated speed.
- Universal 2.5-Inch Drive Compatibility: Supports mechanical hard drives and solid-state drives (SSDs) from 7 mm to 12.5 mm in thickness.
- Floppy Bay Conversion: Mounts in the existing 3.5-inch floppy drive position on your PC chassis — no extra brackets or case modifications needed.
- Compact & Space-Saving: Ultra-thin profile keeps cable clutter minimal and airflow unobstructed inside your tower.
- Complete Package: Comes ready to install with 4× chassis fixing screws, 1× SATA data cable, and a printed product manual.
Specifications
| Model | MRA180 |
| Interface | SATA III (6.0 Gbps) |
| Drive Size Supported | 2.5-inch HDD / SSD |
| Drive Thickness Supported | 7 mm – 12.5 mm |
| Bay Requirement | 3.5-inch floppy drive bay |
| Hot-Swap Connector Rating | 50,000 cycles (NSS) |
| Plug Type | None (Internal SATA) |
| In the Box | Extraction box × 1, chassis screws × 4, SATA data cable × 1, manual × 1 |
Who Is This For?
Perfect for PC builders, IT professionals, and home users who want to add a quick-access, tool-free drive bay to a desktop without buying a new case. Great for backups, gaming library drives, or keeping a secondary SSD readily accessible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the MRA180 2.5-inch SATA 6Gbps floppy drive extraction box do?
A: The MRA180 installs into your desktop PC's existing 3.5-inch floppy drive bay and converts it into a fully functional 2.5-inch SATA III (6.0 Gbps) drive slot. It supports both mechanical hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD) from 7 mm to 12.5 mm thick, allowing tool-free, hot-swap drive access directly from the front of your case.
Q: Is the MRA180 really tool-free — do I need a screwdriver to swap drives?
A: Once the extraction box is mounted in your chassis (using the included fixing screws — a one-time installation step), everyday drive swapping is completely tool-free. Simply slide the drive in or out just like a USB flash drive. The built-in NSS connector handles up to 50,000 hot-swap cycles without harming the drive interface.
Q: Which drives are compatible with this SATA floppy bay adapter?
A: The MRA180 is compatible with any standard 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD between 7 mm and 12.5 mm in thickness. It does not support M.2 NVMe drives or 3.5-inch desktop hard drives. Check your drive's thickness specification before purchase to confirm compatibility.
Q: What is included in the package?
A: Each MRA180 package includes: 1× floppy drive slot extraction box, 4× chassis fixing screws, 1× SATA data cable, and 1× printed product manual — everything you need for a complete installation.