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10) M2A_CPU/M2P_CPU/M2C_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)
There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. This motherboard only supports
M.2 PCIe SSDs. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA
hard drive. Please navigate to the "Conguring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions
on conguring a RAID array.
Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
M2A_CPU:
Step 1:
Use a screwdriver to unfasten the screws on the motherboard heatsink and then remove the motherboard
heatsink. Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M.2 SSD drive.
* 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
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M2P_CPU
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M2C_SB
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M2P_CPU
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M2P_CPU/M2C_SB:
Step 1:
Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M.2 SSD drive. If needed, move the M.2 clip
to the desired mounting hole.
Step 2:
Pull the clip's tab up and out of the mounting hole. Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an angle. Press
down on the front end of the M.2 SSD and then secure it by pressing the clip's tab into the mounting hole.
To install an M.2 SSD in the 110mm hole, remove the standoff on the 80mm hole rst and use the
heatsink screw to secure the heatsink and SSD.
Step 2:
Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Press the M.2 SSD down and then use the included
screw to secure it in the connector.
Step 3:
Remove the protective lm from the thermal pad on the bottom of the heatsink. Then replace the heatsink
and secure it to the original hole.