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10) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2Q_SB/M2M_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)
There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. Be sure to verify which type of
M.2 SSDs is supported by the M.2 socket you want to use. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot
be used to create a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the
"Con
guring a RAID Set" page o
GIGABYTE's website
or instructions on con
guring a RAID array.
M2A_CPU
M2Q_SB
M2M_SB
80
110
60
80
110
60
80
110
60
80
110
60
M2P_SB
* Types of M.2 SSDs supported by each M.2 connector:
M.2 PCIe x4 SSD
M.2 PCIe x2 SSD
M.2 SATA SSD
M2A_CPU
a
a
r
M2P_SB
a
a
r
M2Q_SB
a
a
r
M2M_SB
a
a
a
Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
Locate the M.2 connector where you will install the M.2 SSD, use a screwdriver to unfasten the screw on
the heatsink and then remove the heatsink. Remove the protective
lm
rom the thermal pad on the M.2
connector. (Only the M2A_CPU connector has the heatsink)
Step 2:
Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M.2 SSD drive. If needed, move the standoff
to the desired mounting hole. Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle.
Step 3:
Press the M.2 SSD down and then use the included screw
(Note)
to secure it in the connector. Remove the
protective
lm
rom the bottom o
the heatsink. Then replace the heatsink and secure it to the original hole.
(Note)
The actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
