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Dual 2X M.2 NVME SSD to Slimline SFF-8654 8X Adapter PCIe Bifurcation Motherboard is Required.
Product specifications:
1.Set the PCIe Bifurcation mode of the corresponding PCIe slot in the BIOS, support X4X4X4X4 or X4X4X8
2.Supports M.2 nvme SSD in format 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280
3.The product does not support hardware raid, the product only
supports the formation of virtual raid under win10 system, or the
use of other third-party software to build raid.
4.Only supports motherboards with detachable PCI-E channels.
Control the operation of two SSD based on the motherboard PCIE
channel, The motherboard without PCIE signal split can only
recognize one disk.
5. Dual nvme SSD design, Stable installation, Can run 2 NVME SSD at
full speed at the same time.
6.Built-in multiple sets of high-power DC modules for sustainable
and stable work The innovative design can accommodate two NVMEs of
the chassis, and can support simultaneous operation.
7.Type C interface is only for SFF-8654 8X power.
Product Overview:
This product is a powerful SSD adapter designed to meet users'
needs for high-capacity, high-performance storage expansion. By
providing two NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots, it is possible to
simultaneously connect two SSDs that comply with the NVME protocol
and are compatible with multiple common sizes. With the output of
SFF-8654-8i, it can adapt to specific devices, providing a reliable
and flexible storage solution for storage demanding application
scenarios such as data centers, servers, and high-performance
workstations, effectively improving storage capacity and read/write
speed, and helping users efficiently process massive amounts of
data. To use this SSD expansion card adapter, the computer
motherboard needs to support the splitting function, such as
splitting the motherboard signal into x4x4x4x4/X4X4X8 to read two
SSDs. If the computer motherboard does not support PCI-E split
signals, the two SSDs on this expansion card adapter may not be
read properly, or only one SSD can be recognized, which cannot
fully utilize the dual SSD expansion function of the expansion
card, resulting in limited performance or inability to use.
Connector : SlimSAS 8i 74pin (SFF-8654) | |
For A Series For B Series For C Series | |
Length:
Part No. | LENGTH | AWG | Differential Impedance | Weight |
CB-S0037-A01 | 0.1M | 30 | 85Ω | 15.5g |
CB-S0037-A02 | 0.2M | 30 | 85Ω | 23.5g |
CB-S0037-A03 | 0.3M | 30 | 85Ω | 30.7g |
CB-S0037-A04 | 0.4M | 30 | 85Ω | 35.9g |
CB-S0037-A05 | 0.5M | 30 | 85Ω | 42.5g |
CB-S0037-A75 | 0.75M | 30 | 85Ω | 59.3g |
CB-S0037-B03 | 0.3M | 32 | 85Ω | |
CB-S0037-B05 | 0.5M | 32 | 85Ω | |
CB-S0037-C03 | 0.3M | 30 | 85Ω | |
CB-S0037-C05 | 0.5M | 30 | 85Ω | |
CB-S0037-C75 | 0.75M | 30 | 85Ω | |
CB-S0037-C100 | 1M | 30 | 85Ω | |
CB-S0037-C110 | 1.1M | 30 | 85Ω | |
CB-S0037-C120 | 1.2M | 30 | 85Ω |
Pin Assignment:
Product features:
1. Multi size hard drive compatibility: The two NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots on the product have wide
compatibility and can support NVME protocol SSDs of four common
sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280mm. The slot adopts high-precision
manufacturing technology, with precise internal dimensions, and can
achieve tight and stable connections with SSD gold fingers of
different sizes, ensuring the stability of data transmission. This
provides users with great flexibility when choosing SSDs, allowing
them to select different capacities and brands of SSDs for
combination use according to their actual needs and budgets, easily
achieving on-demand expansion of storage capacity to meet diverse
data storage scenarios. Whether it is a small high-performance SSD
pursuing ultimate speed or a large capacity storage SSD, it can be
perfectly adapted on this adapter expansion adapter.
2. Dual power supply interface guarantee: Considering different usage scenarios and power supply
requirements, the expansion card adapter is thoughtfully equipped
with two auxiliary power supply interfaces, one is the common and
versatile SATA interface, and the other is the convenient TYPE-C
power supply interface. The SATA interface can easily connect to
computer power or other devices with SATA power supply capability,
ensuring stable power supply; The TYPE-C power interface is more
flexible and suitable for devices that support TYPE-C power supply,
such as some portable workstations, small servers, etc., making it
convenient for users to use in different device environments,
effectively avoiding the impact of insufficient power supply on SSD
performance or data transmission problems, and providing reliable
power guarantee for SSD stable operation.
3. Intuitive LED indicator light: Each slot is equipped with an LED indicator light, which provides
users with an intuitive and convenient way of status monitoring.
The indicator light can reflect the working status of the SSD in
the corresponding slot in real time. For example, when the SSD is
performing data read and write operations, the indicator light will
flash, and the frequency of flashing can roughly reflect the speed
of data transmission; If the indicator light is constantly on, it
may indicate that the SSD is idle or ready; If the indicator light
goes out or flashes abnormally, users can promptly detect possible
hardware connection issues or SSD failures, facilitating quick
troubleshooting and problem-solving, ensuring the normal operation
of the storage system, and enhancing users' sense of control and
confidence in the use of storage devices.
4. High performance output interface: The output terminal adopts SFF-8654-8i interface, which is
designed specifically to meet high-performance storage
applications, with high-speed and stable data transmission
capabilities, and can fully leverage the performance advantages of
the connected NVME protocol SSD. It can adapt to various devices
that require large capacity and high-speed storage, such as storage
servers in data centers, professional graphics processing
workstations, etc., providing efficient data transmission channels
for these devices, ensuring fast and stable data transmission in
scenarios such as large-scale database read and write,
high-definition video rendering output, complex 3D modeling data
interaction, etc., avoiding transmission bottlenecks and meeting
the strict requirements of modern high-performance computing and
data intensive applications for storage speed and capacity.
Principle of PCI-E Fork Signal:
PCI-E bifurcation is a technology that allows a physical PCI-E slot
to be logically divided into multiple smaller channels to meet the
needs of different devices for the number and bandwidth of PCI-E
channels. For example, splitting an x16 PCI-E slot into
combinations such as x4+x4+x4+x4 or x4+x4+x8.
For this dual M.2 to SFF-8654-8i SSD adapter expansion adapter, it
requires the motherboard to provide at least two x4 PCI-E channels
to support the normal operation of SSDs on two NGFF (M.2) KEY-M
slots.
Motherboard support status:
Newer high-end motherboards: Some newer high-end server motherboards or workstation
motherboards typically support PCI-E fork signals. These
motherboards are designed to meet the needs of high-performance
computing and data storage, providing flexible PCI-E channel
configuration options. For example, some Intel C620 series chipset
motherboards support splitting PCI-E x16 slots into multiple x4 or
x8 channels, which can be well adapted to this expansion card
adapter.
Specific BIOS version support: Even if the motherboard hardware itself has the ability to support
PCI-E forking, the corresponding BIOS version is required to enable
and configure this feature. Users may need to update the
motherboard's BIOS to the latest version during use to ensure good
support for PCI-E forks.
Unsupported effects:
If the computer motherboard does not support PCI-E fork signals,
the two SSDs on this expansion card adapter may not be read
properly, or only one SSD can be recognized, which may not fully
utilize the dual SSD expansion function of the expansion card,
resulting in limited performance or inability to use.
Product Slot and Interface Introduction:
1. NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots: These two slots located on the expansion adapter are key
components for connecting NVME protocol SSDs. They are designed
strictly in accordance with the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M standard
specifications, and the internal contact points are made of
high-quality metal materials that have undergone fine gold plating
treatment. Not only do they have excellent conductivity, but they
can also effectively resist oxidation, ensuring long-term stable
electrical connections. The slot is equipped with a sturdy fixing
structure around it, which can firmly fix the inserted SSD through
special buckles or screws (depending on the design of the SSD),
preventing the SSD from loosening or shifting due to vibration or
collision during device operation, providing a solid physical
foundation for the stable operation and data transmission of the
SSD.
2. Auxiliary power supply interface: The SATA power supply interface complies with the standard SATA
power interface specifications, has stable voltage output and large
current carrying capacity, and can provide sufficient power support
for the connected SSD. The TYPE-C power interface follows the
universal TYPE-C power transmission standard, with the
characteristics of positive and negative insertability and strong
compatibility, making it convenient for users to quickly connect
power devices. It also has reliable performance in data
transmission and power transmission, ensuring stable and safe power
supply for adapter expansion in different usage scenarios.
3. SFF-8654-8i output interface: As the output terminal of the entire adapter expansion adapter, it
is manufactured strictly in accordance with the industry standards
of SFF-8654-8i. Its internal pin layout and electrical
characteristics have been carefully optimized to achieve high-speed
and stable data transmission. The interface shell is made of
high-strength metal material with good shielding performance, which
can effectively reduce the impact of external electromagnetic
interference on data transmission, ensure the integrity and
accuracy of data during transmission, provide high-quality data
transmission services for devices connected to the interface, and
ensure the efficient operation of the entire storage
system.Transmission advantages.
4. Performance of NVME protocol: Due to the connection of SSDs that support NVME protocol through
this adapter, the high-performance advantages of NVME protocol can
be fully utilized. Compared to traditional storage protocols, the
NVME protocol has significant improvements in data transmission
parallelism, instruction processing efficiency, and delay control.
In practical applications, whether it is random reading and writing
of a large number of small files or sequential reading and writing
of extremely large files, it can achieve extremely fast response
speed and efficient data transmission, greatly reducing the waiting
time for data reading and writing, improving the overall operating
efficiency of the system, bringing users a smooth and efficient
data storage and access experience, and meeting the strict storage
performance requirements of modern data intensive applications.
5. High speed and stable transmission guarantee: With the SFF-8654-8i output interface and optimized internal
circuit design, this adapter expansion adapter can achieve
high-speed and stable data transmission. In an ideal environment, a
relatively high theoretical transmission rate can be achieved,
which is sufficient to cope with complex application scenarios such
as concurrent reading and writing of massive data in data centers,
rapid retrieval of high-definition materials during video editing,
and large-scale data processing in scientific computing. At the
same time, by using high-quality signal transmission lines and
advanced signal conditioning technology, signal attenuation and
interference are effectively reduced, ensuring the integrity and
accuracy of data during transmission. Even in complex
electromagnetic environments, stable and reliable data transmission
can be guaranteed, avoiding system lag or data loss caused by data
transmission problems.
Usage:
1. Install SSD: Firstly, choose two suitable SSDs that support NVME protocol and
have sizes of 2230, 2242, 2260, or 2280mm based on your storage
needs and budget. Carefully align the gold finger of the first SSD
with one of the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots on the expansion adapter,
ensuring the correct orientation. Then, smoothly insert the SSD
into the slot until it is fully inserted and firmly secured by the
slot's fixing structure, avoiding damage to the SSD or slot caused
by forced insertion. Using the same method, insert the second SSD
into another NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slot.
2. Connect power supply interface: Select the appropriate power supply interface for connection based
on the actual equipment and power supply situation. If the device
has SATA power supply capability, a SATA power cable can be used to
connect the SATA power supply interface of the expansion adapter to
the SATA power supply interface of the device; If the device
supports TYPE-C power supply, use a TYPE-C power cord to connect
the TYPE-C power supply interface of the expansion adapter to the
device's TYPE-C power supply interface, ensuring that the power
supply interface is firmly connected and avoiding loose connections
that may cause unstable power supply.
3. Connect the target device: Connect the SFF-8654-8i output interface of the expansion adapter
to the corresponding SFF-8654-8i interface on the target device
(such as data center servers, high-performance workstations, etc.).
When connecting, pay attention to the correct direction of the
interface. Gently insert the interface of the expansion adapter
into the target device interface, and then press it evenly to
ensure that the interface is fully inserted and tightly fitted to
prevent poor contact. For some interfaces that require additional
fixation, screws or buckles should be used to firmly fix the
expansion adapter according to the design requirements of the
device, to ensure that it will not loosen due to vibration during
device operation.
4. System identification and configuration: After completing the hardware connection, start the target device.
The system will automatically recognize the connected SSD during
the boot process, and users can perform operations such as
recognition, partitioning, and formatting on the newly connected
SSD in the disk management tool of the operating system. Depending
on the operating system, the specific steps may vary, but generally
speaking, in Windows systems, users can perform corresponding
operations through the "Disk Management" tool; In Linux systems,
command-line tools such as "fdisk" and "mkfs" can be used to
partition and format hard drives. After completing these basic
configurations, users can store and read data on SSDs just like
using a regular hard drive, and begin to enjoy the convenience
brought by the expanded large capacity and high-speed storage.
During the operation of the device, users can observe the LED
indicator lights corresponding to each slot to understand the
working status of the SSD, in order to timely detect and handle
possible problems.
Applicable scenarios:
1. Data center storage expansion: In the data center environment, massive amounts of data need to be
processed, and the capacity and performance requirements for
storage devices are extremely high. This adapter can simultaneously
connect two high-capacity NVME protocol SSDs and connect to the
server in the data center through the SFF-8654-8i interface,
providing the server with larger storage capacity and faster data
transmission speed, meeting the complex operation needs of data
storage, backup, recovery, and multi-user concurrent access in the
data center, effectively improving the overall operational
efficiency of the data center, ensuring secure storage and
efficient processing of data.
2. High performance workstation upgrade: For high-performance workstations engaged in professional fields
such as graphic design, video editing, 3D modeling, and scientific
computing, fast data read and write speeds are crucial for
improving work efficiency. By using this adapter extension adapter,
users can easily add two high-performance NVME protocol SSDs to
expand the storage capacity of the workstation. At the same time,
the high-speed transmission performance of the SFF-8654-8i
interface is utilized to achieve fast loading of materials, rapid
rendering of models, and timely saving of calculation results,
greatly reducing waiting time in work and allowing professionals to
focus more on creation and research, improving the quality and
output speed of work results.
3. Server cluster setup: When setting up a server cluster, it is necessary to equip each
server node with sufficient storage resources and ensure that data
can be transmitted quickly and stably between nodes. The dual slot
design and high-performance output interface of this product make
it an ideal choice. Each server node can be connected to two NVME
protocol SSDs through an adapter extension adapter, increasing
local storage capacity. At the same time, it is connected to the
cluster network through the SFF-8654-8i interface, achieving
efficient data sharing and interaction, improving the collaborative
work and processing capabilities of the entire server cluster, and
meeting the needs of enterprise level applications for large-scale
data storage and processing.
4. Enterprise level storage solution: In the daily operation of enterprises, a large amount of business
data, file materials, databases, etc. need to be stored, which has
high requirements for the reliability, capacity, and performance of
storage devices. This adapter can be used as part of an enterprise
level storage system, providing a high-speed and high-capacity
storage solution for enterprises by connecting NVME protocol SSDs.
It meets the data storage and access needs of different departments
and business scenarios of the enterprise. At the same time, its
auxiliary power supply interface and LED indicator light functions
make it convenient for IT management personnel to maintain and
troubleshoot equipment, ensuring the stable operation of enterprise
storage systems and improving the level of enterprise information
management.
Package Contents:
1x M.2 NVMe to SFF-8654 8X Adapter.
1x Screw Driver.
4x M2 Sliver screw.
2x standoff.