Assembly

Adding an NVMe drive to the U.2 EZConvert enclosure does not require any tools either, as that is one of its unique selling points. Simply push it into the slot and press it down to where the metal clip secures it in place. To ensure proper heat dissipation, apply the thermal pad and clip the cover back into place—that's it. Not requiring any tools adds to the usability of the EZConvert MB705M2P-B in the field, under unexpected circumstances.


Next, filling the MB601VK-1B tray does require you to use screws as you are essentially employing 2.5" drives at this stage. While the EZConvert is quite slim, similar to a classic SSD, the Intel Optane SSD 905P is comparatively massive. The MB601VK-1B is build tall enough to allow for such drives to fit easily as well.


Sliding these trays into place for a test fit yields no surprises either, with the Intel Optane SSD 905P filling out the space nicely and still allowing for the whole tray to slide in all the way and lock down without issue.


Stepping it up to the next size, the MB601VK-1B itself can be slid onto the FLEX-FIT without the need for any tools. It has two points which hook into the chassis for short and long devices, which has the front always line up flush with the rest of the 5.25" bay adapter.


Lastly, to install the ODD drive, you need to make sure you have an ultra-slim unit, as a classic and slightly taller slimline variant won't fit. Simply slide the drive into place and secure it in the rear with some of the tiny screws that have been included.


Once the whole contraption is assembled, sliding it into the Silverstone Precision PS14-E yielded no surprises. With well-placed mounting holes and the special, provided screws, you may easily secure it in place within the chassis, and it sits beautifully inside the case, ready to be tested.


Last but not least, the lock, although simple, does the job of keeping the whole unit closed, so at least some less destructive attempts of accessing the bay will be thwarted successfully.