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CS101-Q370/C246/H310
Chapter 2
- Hardware Installation
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Expansion Slots
M.2 2230 E Key for BT/Wifi (USB 2.0 / PCIe x1)
Q370/C246: Mini PCIe (PCIe x1) or mSATA
H310: mSATA only
Mini PCI Express Slot
The full-size Mini PCIe socket supports the installation of a Mini PCIe card or an mSATA card.
To switch between these two signals, use JP7. Refer to the “Jumper Settings” section for more
information.
M.2 Sockets
The M.2 socket is the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF) which is designed to support multi-
ple modules and make the M.2 more suitable in application for solid-state storage. A 22x30mm
socket and standoff is reserved on the PCB for a M.2 E Key module, and a 22x80mm socket
and standoff for a M.2 M Key module.
PCI Express x4 Slot
Install PCI Express cards such as network cards or other cards that comply to the PCI Express
specifications into the PCI Express x4 slot.
PCIe 1 (PCIe x4)
M.2 2280 M Key for storage (PCIe x4
for Q370/C246; PCIe x2 for H310)
Installing the M.2 Module
Before installing the M.2 module into the M.2 socket, please make sure that the following
safety cautions are well-attended.
1. Make sure the PC and all other peripheral devices connected to it has been powered
down.
2. Disconnect all power cords and cables.
3. Locate the M.2 socket on the system board
4. Make sure the notch on card is aligned to the key on the socket.
5. Make sure the standoff screw is removed from the standoff.
M.2 Module
M.2 Socket
Key
Stand-off
Notch
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Internal I/O Ports
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Expansion Slots
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Internal I/O Connectors
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Top View
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Bottom View
