StarTech: x4 PCI Express to M.2 PCIe SSD Adapter

Get ultra-fast data access by adding a PCIe M.2 SSD to your existing computer. This adapter lets you add a high-speed, 4-lane M.2 SSD (PCIe-based), such as a Samsung 950 Pro or Samsung SM 951, to a PC with an available x4 PCI Express expansion slot. You can mount the PCIe M.2 drive directly onto the adapter, giving you an easy and convenient way to improve your system performance and expand overall internal storage.

Boost your system speed and performance
The expansion card lets you take full advantage of the fast performance and compact size of PCIe M.2 internal solid-state drives. The adapter connects directly to your computer motherboard to support an M.2 PCIe-based SSD (NVMe or AHCI) through ultra-fast x4 PCIe. The adapter is compatible with PCIe 3.0 motherboards and is also backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 and PCIe 1.0. With the M.2 PCIe based drive in place, the adapter gives your computer a significant speed boost.

Supports PCIe M.2 SSDs
The adapter supports PCIe 3.0 ×4 NVMe (M Key) and PCIe-AHCI M.2 SSDs including 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110 drives. The expansion slot adapter supports the most common drive sizes including 110 mm, 80 mm, 60 mm and 42 mm.

Easy to install
The expansion card is equipped with a full-profile bracket and includes a half-height/low-profile bracket, for installation in small form-factor computers.

Applications

• Connect a PCIe M.2 SSD to your computer through an available x4 PCI Express expansion slot to boost system speed and increase internal data storage
• Get ultra-fast data access, ideal for gaming or high-performance workstations
• Install your operating system on an M.2 PCIe based drive for fast access, while keeping larger platter drives available for bulk storage

Specifications

HARDWARE

• Bus Type: PCI Express
• Compatible Drive Types: M.2 (PCIe, AHCI, M-Key, NGFF)
• Drive Installation: Fixed
• Drive Size: 22m – M.2 NGFF
• Interface: PCI Express
• Number of Drives: 1
• Supported Drive Height(s): 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110

PERFORMANCE

• Hot Swap Capability: No

CONNECTOR

• Drive Connectors: 1 – M.2 (PCIe, AHCI, M-Key, NGFF)
• Host Connectors: 1 – PCI Express x4 Male

SOFTWARE

• OS Compatibility: OS independent; No software or drivers required

INDICATORS

• LED Indicators: 1 – Pin header on board for drive LED connection

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Humidity: 15% ~ 90% RH
• Operating Temperature: 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F)
• Storage Temperature: –25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Color: Red
• Max Drive Height: 4.3 in \[110 mm\]
• Product Height: 7.2 in \[184 mm\]
• Product Length: 7 in \[179 mm\]
• Product Weight: 1.7 oz \[47 g\]
• Product Width: 4.8 in \[121 mm\]