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Chapter 2
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
User's Manual |
CS103
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Internal I/O Connectors
Expansion Slots
M.2 Sockets
The M.2 socket is the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF) which is designed to support mul-
tiple modules and make the M.2 more suitable in application for solid-state storage. The board
preserves space for the M.2 M key socket (22mm x 80mm) on the bottom side, and M.2 E key
sicket (22mm x 30mm) on the top side.
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.
M.2 M Key
(Bottom)
M.2 E Key
PCIe x4
PCIe x1 Finger
PCIe x1 Finger
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Internal I/O Connectors
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
