Note: this adapter is only for 'M' key M.2 PCIe (NVMe or AHCI) SSD. Not compatible with a 'B' key (SATA or PCIe x2) SSD.


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High-Performance PCIe Gen5 Technology: Designed for extreme-speed data transfer, the PEXM2-157 leverages PCI Express 5.0 x4 lanes for cutting-edge performance, ideal for gaming enthusiasts and workstation power users.
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Supports Multiple SSD Types: Compatible with PCIe Gen5, Gen4, and Gen3 NVMe M.2 SSDs in 2280 and 2260 sizes, ensuring flexibility for various setups.
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Customizable Fit: Includes adjustable M.2 stand-offs and multiple plated holes, accommodating single- and dual-sided SSDs with up to 1.5mm component height.
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Plug-and-Play Simplicity: Compatible with Windows 11/10/8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2 and later, Linux distributions (Fedora, SUSE, Ubuntu, Red Hat), and Mac Pro 2009–2012 models running High Sierra OS. No additional drivers required.
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Power Efficiency: Supports PCIe L1 power management substates with CLKREQ, optimizing energy usage without compromising speed.
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Fully RoHS compliant. Made in Taiwan.
Product Description
The Ableconn PEXM2-157 is designed to deliver top-tier performance, enabling the installation of a PCIe Gen5 NVMe 2280 M.2 SSD in your desktop system or workstation. It’s the ideal solution for high-performance gaming and professional workstations.
Features
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Connector:
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1x M-key (type 2280-D5-M) M.2 socket for PCIe based M.2 NGFF SSDs
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PCI Express 5.0 x4 Male
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Software:
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No driver installation is required.
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Compatible with Windows 11/10/8, Windows Server 2012 R2 and newer, as well as Linux distributions like Fedora, SUSE, Ubuntu, and Red Hat with native PCIe-NVMe driver support
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System Requirement:
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Available PCIe x4, x8, or x16 slot (not compatible with slots dedicated solely to graphics cards)
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Low-profile PCI Express 5.0 x4 board with regular and low-profile brackets included
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Supports PCIe Gen5, Gen4, and Gen3 M.2 NVMe SSDs in 80mm, and 60mm formats
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Movable standoffs and multiple plated holes accommodate 2280, and 2260 M.2 SSD sizes
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Compatible with dual-sided M.2 SSD modules with a component height of 1.5mm on both sides
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Fully compliant with PCI Express 5.0 standards
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Includes a pin header for connecting a drive activity LED
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Supports L1 power management substates with CLKREQ
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Operating temperature range: -40°C to 80°C
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Fully RoHS compliant
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Manufactured in Taiwan
Note: This adapter is not compatible with SATA-based M.2 SSD modules.
Package Contents
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Ableconn PCIe Gen5 x4 Host Adapter Card for NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
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1x low profile PCIe bracket
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1x mounting screw
Warranty
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Limited One-Year Warranty and Lifetime Product Support