www.dfi.com
12
Chapter 3 Installing Devices
Chapter 3
Installing an M.2 Card
2. Align the notch at the edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.
3. Insert the M.2 card into the connector.
Note:
The M.2 socket supports PCIe, USB, and SATA signals and can accommodate
commonmobile broadband and storage modules. For jumper settings on switching the
signal betwen SATA and PCIe, refer to Chapter 4.
The system is equipped with one M.2 socket, supporting both the M.2 22x42mm and 22x80mm
(key B) form factors. Use the following procedure to install an M.2 card:
1. To install an M.2 type 2242 card, please install the standoff at the 42mm mounting
position first.
M.2 mount standoff
M.2 Type 2280 Socket
M.2 Type 2242 Socket
M.2 card
4. Push down on the other end of the M.2 card and secure the card on the mainboard with
the provided mounting screw.
M.2 card
Mounting screw