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2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2)
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_2) supports M Key type 2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI
Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module
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Step 1
This motherboard supports M.2_SSD
(NGFF) module type 2260 and 2280
only. Prepare a proper PCB lenth of
module, the screw and the standoff.
Step 2
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Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD
module, please loosen the screws to
remove the M.2 heatsink.
*Please remove the protective films on
the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink
before you install a M.2 SSD module.