M 2 has three specifications.
M key type 22110.
Siig full speed m 2 m key nvme ssd to pcie adapter pci express x16 card with heatsink supports windows 7 8 10 supports 2230 2242 2260 2280 form factor m 2 ssds 3 9 out of 5 stars 19 27 70 27.
The m 2 specification identifies 12 key ids on the module card and socket interface but m 2 ssds typically use three common keys.
Interface pci express 4 0 x16 interface connectors 4 x hyper m 2 sockets supports m key type 2242 2260 2280 22110 m 2 pci express module up to gen4 x4 64 gb s 1 x graphics 12v power connector.
Quick installation guide support cd 4 x m 2 screws.
2 ngff 80mm 60mm 42mm 30mm ssd.
4 40 x 9 60 package contents.
M 2 2242 means 22 x 42 mm m 2 2260 means 22 x 60 mm and m 2 2280 means 22 x 80 mm.
2 pcie x2 ssd or b key m.
It should say on the pcb.
M 2 replaces the msata standard which uses the pci express mini card physical card layout and connectors.
Not compatible with a b key m.
M 2 formerly known as the next generation form factor ngff is a specification for internally mounted computer expansion cards and associated connectors.
Adjustable stand offs and multiple mounting holes this adapter is only for m key m.
The type of keying b m b m supported by the motherboard notebook socket if it is pci express whether it supports 2x or 4x pci express the maximum length of ssd drive supported 2232 to 22110 hint.
It s a m notched 2280 form factor ssd meaning it ll fit perfectly in the above asus 170 pro gaming motherboard.
Employing a more flexible physical specification the m 2 allows different module widths and lengths and paired with the.
2 ngff stand ff and multiple plated holes supports type 22110 2280 2260 2242 and 2230 ssd supports pcie gen3 and pcie gen2 m.
You will find the key type labeled on or near the edge connector or gold fingers of the ssd.
M 2 2242 m 2 2260 m 2 2280 they just represent different sizes of ssd.