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Overview of Components
Installing M.2 XPANDER-AERO card
To install the M.2 XPANDER-AERO card, please follows the steps below.
1. Remove the heatsink by loosening four screws on the back of the M.2 XPANDER-
AERO card.
2. Loosen M.2 screw from M.2 standoff.
3. Loosen M.2 standoff.
4. Move and fasten M.2 standoff to the appropriate location for your M.2 SSD.
5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
6. Secure the M.2 device in place with M.2 screw.
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M.2 Screw
M.2 Standoff
7. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad of the heatsink.
8. Reinstall and secure the heatsink with four heatsink screws.
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*The speeds may vary for different
devices