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2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1 and
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 2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to
Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). e M.2 Socket (M2_2) supports M Key type 2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2
SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x1 (8 Gb/s).
* Please be noted that if M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_1 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, nd the corresponding nut
location to be used.
No. 1 2 3 4
Nut Location A B C D
PCB Length 3cm 4.2cm 6cm 8cm
Module Type Type2230 Type 2242 Type2260 Type 2280
3
2
4