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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 and mSATA. The Ultra M.2
Socket (M2_1) supports M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
Please be noted that if the Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1) is occupied by a SATA-type M.2
device, SATA3_4, SATA3_5 and the SATA function of the SATA Express connector will be
disabled.
Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module
B
No.
Nut Location
PCB Length
Module Type
26
2
1
A
1 2
A B
6cm 8cm
Type2260 Type 2280
Step 1
his motherboard supports M.2_SSD
(NGFF) module type 2260 and 2280
only. Prepare a proper PCB lenth of
module, the screw and the standof.
Step 2
Depending on the PCB type and
length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF)
module, ind the corresponding nut
location to be used.