M 2 formerly known as the next generation form factor ngff is a specification for internally mounted computer expansion cards and associated connectors.
M key type 22110.
Adjustable stand offs and multiple mounting holes this adapter is only for m key m.
Quick installation guide support cd 4 x m 2 screws.
M 2 replaces the msata standard which uses the pci express mini card physical card layout and connectors.
The m 2 specification identifies 12 key ids on the module card and socket interface but m 2 ssds typically use three common keys.
It s a m notched 2280 form factor ssd meaning it ll fit perfectly in the above asus 170 pro gaming motherboard.
2 pcie x2 ssd or b key m.
4 40 x 9 60 package contents.
2 ngff 80mm 60mm 42mm 30mm ssd.
Employing a more flexible physical specification the m 2 allows different module widths and lengths and paired with the.
M 2 has three specifications.
M 2 2242 means 22 x 42 mm m 2 2260 means 22 x 60 mm and m 2 2280 means 22 x 80 mm.
Interface pci express 4 0 x16 interface connectors 4 x hyper m 2 sockets supports m key type 2242 2260 2280 22110 m 2 pci express module up to gen4 x4 64 gb s 1 x graphics 12v power connector.
It should say on the pcb.
Siig full speed m 2 m key nvme ssd to pcie adapter pci express x16 card with heatsink supports windows 7 8 10 supports 2230 2242 2260 2280 form factor m 2 ssds 3 9 out of 5 stars 19 27 70 27.
You will find the key type labeled on or near the edge connector or gold fingers of the ssd.
M 2 2242 m 2 2260 m 2 2280 they just represent different sizes of ssd.
B m and b m.
Not compatible with a b key m.
1 x m 2 socket 3 with m key type 2242 2260 2280 22110 storage devices support both sata pcie mode 1 as for the ssd take a look at the samsung 950 pro 512gb.