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2.13 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1, M2_2)
The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and
versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra
M.2 Socket (M2_1) supports M Key type
2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to
Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). The Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2), supports M Key type 2260/2280
M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
* M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will
be disabled.
* M2_2, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will
be disabled.
Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module
Step 1
Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module
and the screw.
Step 2
Depending on the PCB type and
length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF)
module, find the corresponding nut
location to be used.
1
2
A B
No. 1 2
Nut Location A B
PCB Length 6cm 8cm
Module Type Type2260 Type 2280