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Product specifications:
1. This adapter allows users to convert standard PCI-e 1x/4x card to NGFF(M.2) M key interface for Desktop or Laptop.
2. Supports PCI-e X1/X4 card.
3.Supports 2260/2280 type M.2 SSD module slot.
4.Only supports M.2 Socket 3 PCI-e-based slot.
5. No additional soft driver is needed.
6. Dimension:82*22mm(LxW).
Product Overview:
This product is a powerful and well-designed PCI-E4X to NGFF (M.2)
KEY-M adapter with auxiliary power supply, designed to provide an
excellent solution for computer hardware upgrades and expansions.
It cleverly integrates the PCI-E4X slot and NGFF (M.2) KEY-M
interface, with one end achieving wide compatibility with various
PCI-E specifications (including PCI-E1X/PCI-E4X/PCI-E8X/PCI-E16X)
devices through a side opening PCI-E4X slot, and the other end
precisely docking with the corresponding slot on the computer
motherboard with NGFF (M.2) KEY-M gold fingers. At the same time,
it is equipped with a 4PIN auxiliary power supply interface, which
is compatible with SATA power lines to directly power devices,
supporting two common sizes of 2260/2280, fully meeting the
demanding needs of users in diversified scenarios such as
high-performance computing and large capacity storage expansion.
NGFF (M.2) Key - M Define pins.
GND | 75 | ||
74 | 3.3V | GND | 73 |
72 | 3.3V | GND | 71 |
70 | 3.3V | PEDET(NC-PCIe/GND-SATA) | 69 |
68 | SUSCLK(32KHz)(o)(0/3.3V) | N/C | 67 |
Connectorkey | Connectorkey | ||
Connectorkey | Connectorkey | ||
Connectorkey | Connectorkey | ||
Connectorkey | Connectorkey | ||
58 | N/C | GND | 57 |
56 | N/C | REFCLKP | 55 |
54 | PEWake# (10)(0/3.3V)or N/C | REFCLKN | 53 |
52 | CLKREQ#(I0)(0/3.3V)or N/C | GND | 51 |
50 | PERST#(O)(0/3.3V)orN/C | PETnO/SATA-A+ | 49 |
48 | N/C | PETnO/SATA-A- | 47 |
46 | N/C | GND | 45 |
44 | N/C | PERp0/SATA-B- | 43 |
42 | N/C | PERp0/SATA-B+ | 41 |
40 | N/C | GND | 39 |
38 | DEVSLP(O)(0/3.3V) | PETp1 | 37 |
36 | N/C | PETn1 | 35 |
34 | N/C | GND | 33 |
32 | N/C | PERp1 | 31 |
30 | N/C | PERn1 | 29 |
28 | N/C | GND | 27 |
26 | N/C | PETp2 | 25 |
24 | N/C | PETn2 | 23 |
22 | N/C | GND | 21 |
20 | N/C | PERp2 | 19 |
18 | 3.3V | PERn2 | 17 |
16 | 3.3V | GND | 15 |
14 | 3.3V | PETp3 | 13 |
12 | 3.3V | PETn3 | 11 |
10 | DAS/DSS#(I)(OD) | GND | 9 |
8 | N/C | PERp3 | 7 |
6 | N/C | PERn3 | 5 |
4 | 3.3V | GND | 3 |
2 | 3.3V | GND | 1 |
Product Features
1. PCI-E4X slots compatible with multiple devices:
The carefully designed PCI-E4X slot has a side opening that
ingeniously breaks through the limitations of traditional slots and
opens up a new way for device access. Whether it is the high-end
PCI-E16X graphics card that pursues ultimate performance, the
PCI-E4X professional storage expansion card that requires flexible
expansion, or the PCI-E1X network card that meets basic functions,
all devices can find suitable positions on this slot to achieve
seamless connection. This broad compatibility greatly broadens the
boundaries of user hardware configuration choices, making it easy
to meet the differentiated demands for device performance and
functionality in different application scenarios.
2. Accurately adapt to the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M interface of the
motherboard:
The NGFF (M.2) KEY-M gold finger is manufactured strictly in
accordance with industry standards and fits tightly with the NGFF
(M.2) KEY-M slot on the computer motherboard, like a perfect match.
Each pin is made of high-purity metal material, which has been
finely polished and treated with anti-oxidation to ensure excellent
conductivity and signal transmission stability. It effectively
resists oxidation erosion during long-term use, ensuring stable and
high-speed data exchange between the device and the motherboard,
and laying a solid foundation for overall system performance
improvement.
3. Thoughtful and practical 4PIN auxiliary power supply interface:
Considering that some high-performance devices require a large
amount of power during operation, the adapter card has specially
added a 4PIN pin auxiliary power supply interface, which can be
regarded as the finishing touch. By connecting through convenient
SATA power cables, additional and stable power support can be
provided for connected devices, effectively avoiding performance
limitations and unstable operation caused by insufficient
motherboard power supply, ensuring that high-performance graphics
cards and other power devices can have sufficient and stable power
even when operating at full load.
4. Flexible adaptation to multiple size specifications:
We are well aware that different users have diverse requirements
for storage device sizes, and our product provides thoughtful
support for two common sizes, 2260/2280, providing users with a
rich selection space. Whether the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slot supports 22
* 60 size or 22 * 80 size, it can be stably fixed and installed in
the positioning hole of the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slot.
Product Structure and Interface Introduction
PCI-E4X slot:
The internal pin layout is strictly crafted according to the
PCI-E4X standard, using high-quality copper alloy material to
ensure excellent conductivity, and each pin surface is treated with
a special anti-oxidation coating to extend its service life. The
side opening design ensures convenient insertion and removal of the
device, while also using clever internal guidance and fixing
structures to ensure precise alignment and tight and stable
connection when inserting the device. After the device is inserted
into place, it automatically locks, effectively preventing poor
contact caused by vibration, shaking, and other factors, providing
a solid guarantee for the long-term stable operation of the device.
NGFF (M.2) KEY-M Gold Finger:
Made of high-precision PCB board, the size tolerance of the gold
finger is controlled within a very small range to ensure perfect
compatibility with the motherboard slot. Adopting a multi-layer
composite metal structure, surface gold plating treatment further
enhances conductivity, and an internally reinforced signal
transmission layer ensures high-speed and stable data transmission.
The root of the golden finger is connected to the main body of the
adapter card through advanced compression technology, ensuring dual
reliability of mechanical strength and electrical performance. It
is not easily deformed or damaged during frequent insertion and
removal, and always maintains a stable signal transmission link.
4PIN auxiliary power supply interface:
The 4PIN interface design is simple and practical, following the
universal SATA power interface standard, making it convenient for
users to connect using existing SATA power cords. The internal pins
of the interface are made of highly conductive metal materials to
ensure efficient and smooth power transmission, and have good
compatibility. They can adapt to different specifications of SATA
power lines, providing stable and reliable auxiliary power for the
equipment to meet its additional power needs.
Main structure of adapter card:
Made from high-quality multi-layer PCB boards, it has excellent
electrical insulation performance and mechanical strength, and can
work stably in complex electromagnetic environments. The internal
circuit layout of the board is reasonable, using multi-layer wiring
technology to effectively isolate different signal lines and avoid
signal interference. The external dimensions of the adapter card
have been precisely designed to adapt to the internal space of
common computer cases and facilitate user operations such as device
connection and wiring, providing a convenient foundation for
hardware system construction and expansion.
Performance advantages
Excellent performance expansion capability: With the multi compatible PCI-E4X slots and the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M
interface that precisely adapts to the motherboard, users can
easily connect various high-performance devices to the computer
system, achieving a performance leap. In the field of professional
graphics processing, by connecting high-end graphics cards, the
graphics rendering speed can be greatly improved, fully meeting the
ultimate pursuit of computer performance by different user groups
such as game enthusiasts, professional designers, data analysts,
etc.
Stable and reliable power supply guarantee: The existence of 4PIN auxiliary power supply interface provides a
solid support for equipment with high power demand. Compared to
relying solely on the motherboard for power supply, it can
effectively reduce the risks of equipment frequency reduction,
crashes, and other issues caused by insufficient power supply when
handling high-intensity tasks, ensuring that the equipment always
operates in its optimal state, extending its service life, reducing
system failures caused by power supply issues, and improving
overall system stability.
Flexible and diverse configuration options: Supports M.2 devices in two size specifications of 2260/2280, as
well as widely compatible PCI-E slots, allowing users to freely
match hardware combinations based on their actual needs, budget,
and chassis space layout. Whether it's creating a compact and
portable mini host or building a high-performance, high-end
computer, all can be easily achieved with the help of this adapter
card, fully meeting personalized and diverse computer configuration
needs.
Usage method
Installation of adapter card:
Firstly, turn off the computer power, open the chassis, and find
the appropriate PCI-E slot and NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slot to ensure
sufficient surrounding space and unobstructed installation and
wiring of subsequent devices. Align the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M gold
finger of the adapter card with the corresponding slot on the
motherboard, slowly and smoothly insert it until the gold finger is
fully embedded, ensuring a tight fit without any signs of
looseness. Then, align the PCI-E4X slot of the adapter card with
the selected PCI-E slot in the chassis, insert it in the same way,
and hear a crisp "click" sound to indicate that it is installed in
place. At this point, check again whether the adapter card is
securely fixed.
Device connection:
According to actual needs, select suitable PCI-E devices (such as
graphics cards, storage expansion cards, etc.), align their golden
fingers with the PCI-E4X slot on the side of the adapter card, pay
attention to the correct insertion direction, slowly insert, and
feel the internal buckle of the slot automatically locking the
device. If an M.2 device is connected, ensure that its size meets
the 2260/2280 specifications supported by the adapter card. Gently
insert the M.2 device into the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M gold finger end of
the adapter card until it is fully inserted and securely fixed. For
devices that require auxiliary power supply, use a SATA power cable
to connect the 4PIN pin auxiliary power supply interface of the
adapter card to the SATA power supply interface of the power
supply, ensuring that the power cable is tightly connected without
looseness or virtual connection.
Usage and monitoring:
After completing the connection and installation between the
adapter card and the device, start the computer and the system will
automatically recognize the devices connected through the adapter
card. Users can perform corresponding driver installation,
parameter configuration, and other operations according to the
device type and conventional procedures, such as installing the
latest drivers to optimize graphics performance for graphics cards
and setting appropriate storage modes for M.2 SSDs. During the
operation of the computer, closely monitor the working status of
the equipment, and use the system's built-in monitoring tools and
software to monitor key indicators such as data transmission rate,
equipment temperature, and error messages in real time. Once
abnormalities are detected, such as a sudden drop in transmission
rate, equipment overheating, or frequent error reports, the machine
should be stopped immediately, and the connection between the
equipment and the adapter card should be carefully checked for
looseness, oxidation of the gold finger, and correct connection of
the power supply line. The hidden faults should be identified and
resolved to ensure stable operation of the computer.
Applicable scenarios:
High performance game console construction: For players who are
passionate about 3D games, pursuing ultimate game graphics and
smooth frame rates is an eternal theme. This adapter card can help
to fully utilize the graphics rendering power of top tier PCI-E16X
graphics cards and the fast read and write performance of other
PCI-E devices, allowing players to enjoy a silky visual feast and
super fast loading speed in the gaming world, easily control
various large 3D games, and seize the advantage of gaming
competition.
Professional graphic design workstation: In professional fields
such as graphic design and film post production, there are
extremely high requirements for graphic processing capabilities and
storage speed. By using this adapter card, designers can perfectly
combine high-performance PCI-E4X professional graphics cards with
high-performance PCI-E devices, achieving instant loading of
massive materials, fast rendering of complex graphics,
significantly reducing project production cycles, meeting the
real-time presentation of creative inspiration, and improving
product quality and output efficiency.