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2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide
The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and
versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe. The M.2_SSD (NGFF) Socket 3
can accommodate a M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen 2 x4 (20 Gb/s).
Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module
E D
E D
No.
Nut Location
PCB Length
Module Type
22
C B A
5
4
3
2
1
A
C B
1 2
A B
3cm 4.2cm
Type2230 Type 2242
Step 1
Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module.
Step 2
Uninstall the screw knob and the
standoff counterclockwise for later
use.
Step 3
Depending on the PCB leng th of
your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find
the corresponding NUT location to
be used.
3 4
C D
6cm 8cm
Type2260 Type 2280
5
E
11cm
Type 22110