StarTech.com 2x M.2 SATA SSD Controller Card - PCIe
Product ID: PEX2M2
Product Image
A red circuit board with two M.2 slots and a PCIe connector, mounted on a metal bracket. The card is shown with various M.2 drive sizes indicated by labels like '2260', '2242', '2230', '22110', '2280'.
Overview
This M.2 SSD controller card allows the installation of two M.2 SATA solid-state drives (SSD) into a PC via PCI Express. It provides a convenient and discreet method to enhance computer system performance. The card is also valuable for recovering data from an existing M.2 drive or expanding internal storage capacity.
Leverage the Speed and Size of M.2 Drives
This M.2 controller card enables users to fully utilize the performance and size advantages of NGFF (Next Generation Form Factor) SSDs. M.2 drives are smaller than traditional platter drives or mSATA-based SSDs, allowing installation in tighter computer case spaces. This frees up internal space for additional hardware upgrades. By using an M.2 drive with this card, users can achieve a noticeable speed boost, replacing slower platter drives with faster M.2 SATA III (6Gbps) solid-state drives. Installing the operating system on an M.2 drive provides faster access to frequently used files, while larger platter HDDs can be retained for bulk storage.
Rest Assured: Data Recovery and Wide Compatibility
M.2 drives are commonly found in laptops due to their performance and size. If a laptop fails but its M.2 drive remains functional, this card facilitates data recovery. Once the drive is installed and data is recovered, it can be used for ongoing storage and backup. The card ensures compatibility with most M.2 SATA drives, supporting common sizes including 22110, 2280, 2260, 2242, and 2230. Its dual-profile design offers installation flexibility, fitting both standard and low-profile computer cases, making it ideal for small form-factor or full-sized computers.
Get Up and Running Quickly
Installation of this M.2 SSD controller card is straightforward, featuring native OS support without requiring additional drivers or software. The PEX2M2 is supported by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and complimentary lifetime technical support.
Applications
- Access and recover data from M.2 SSDs, including those from laptops.
- Connect M.2 drives to a computer via PCI Express.
- Install an operating system on an M.2 drive for faster access, while using larger platter drives for bulk storage.
- Maximize SSD performance by installing two AHCI SATA III drives discreetly within a computer tower.
Features
- Enhance system performance, facilitate data recovery, or create redundant data backups by adding two M.2 solid-state drives (SSD) to a desktop PC.
- Wide installation compatibility supporting virtually all M.2 NGFF drives (22110, 2280, 2260, 2242, 2230).
- Two M.2 B-Key onboard sockets supporting SATA III transfer speeds up to 6Gbps.
- Adjustable stand-offs and multiple mounting holes accommodate SSDs of 110mm, 80mm, 60mm, 42mm, and 30mm lengths.
- Fast, hassle-free setup with native OS support.
- Compliant with PCI Express 2.0 standards.
- Supports Native Command Queuing (NCQ).
- Powered by the PCIe bus or the computer's power supply via a 4-pin floppy power connector.
- Includes a full-profile bracket and a half-height/low-profile bracket for installation in small form-factor computers.
- Installs into x4, x8, or x16 PCIe slots.
Certifications and Compliance
- RoHS Compliant
- CE
- FC
- TAA COMPLIANT
Specifications
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Bus Type | PCI Express |
| Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) |
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM1062 |
| Industry Standards | Serial ATA 3.0 specification - SATA I/II/III (1.5/3/6Gbps), PCI Express 2.0 |
| Interface | M.2 SATA |
| Port Style | Integrated on Card |
| Ports | 2 |
| Port Multiplier | No |
| RAID | No |
| Type and Rate | SATA III (6 Gbps) |
| Connector Type(s) | 1 - PCI Express x4 Male |
| Internal Ports | 2 - M.2 SATA (NGFF, B-Key) Receptacle, 1 - SP4 (4 pin, Small Drive Power) Male |
| OS Compatibility | OS Independent; No additional drivers or software required |
| Note | The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the bus interface. If used with PCI Express Gen 1.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 2.5Gbps per lane. If used with PCI Express Gen 2.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 5Gbps per lane. |
| System and Cable Requirements | PCI Express x4 slot (backward compatible with x8, and x16 slots) |
| Humidity | 20%~80% RH (Non-condensing) |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) |
| Product Height | 4.7 in [120 mm] |
| Product Length | 7.1 in [180 mm] |
| Product Weight | 2.3 oz [64 g] |
| Product Width | 0.8 in [20 mm] |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 5.8 oz [164 g] |
What's in the Box
- 1 - M.2 SATA SSD controller card
- 1 - low-profile bracket
- 2 - M.2 mounting screws
Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
