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ASUS

ASUS NUCIOAES0CR accessories barebone M.2 2280 slot

SKU CH-8K5V-2XH0H MPN NUCIOAES0CR

Adds a second M.2 2280 NVMe slot to the tall NUC 15 Pro chassis using the existing 2242 bay

  • Details1 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 × 4 NVMe SSD Slot (supports 128 GB ~
  • Key featuresOperating Temp:0C - 35C Storage Temp:-40C - 60C Humidity:0%
  • Adds full-length M.2 2280 storage to your NUC 15 Pro
  • PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe slot supports drives from 128GB to 2TB
  • Tailormade bracket and face plate ensure a secure fit in the tall chassis
  • Includes M.2 2242 adapter for flexible drive compatibility
  • Compact 58 x 22 x 10 mm module weighs just 16.6 g

ASUS NUC 15 Pro M.2 2280 Accessory

This accessory converts the existing M.2 2242 slot in a NUC 15 Pro tall chassis into a single M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe SSD slot. It supports drives from 128GB to 2TB. The kit includes a face plate, bracket and M.2 2242 adapter for installation. It is intended for NUC 15 Pro owners who need the larger 2280 form factor.

Sustained load thermal behaviour

The accessory operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 35°C during use. Storage conditions extend from -40°C to 60°C with humidity up to 92% non-condensing. The 2280 form factor allows better heat dissipation than the original 2242 slot. No active cooling is included on the accessory itself.

Single specification that decides fit

The product provides exactly one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe SSD slot compatible only with the NUC 15 Pro tall chassis. It will not fit other NUC models, shorter chassis variants or systems without the specific expansion bay. Buyers who need a second M.2 slot or support for a different form factor cannot use this accessory.

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Price $41.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameNUCIOAES0CR
Part number90MA0000-P00960
Size & build
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size110 × 105 × 30 mm

Questions about this item

Does the NUCIOAES0CR accessory generate any heat or noise when the NUC 15 Pro runs continuously?

The accessory itself has no moving parts and draws no power, so it adds no noise. The installed NVMe SSD will operate within the 0°C to 35°C range specified for the kit.

What existing hardware is required for this M.2 2280 adapter to function?

It requires an ASUS NUC 15 Pro tall chassis with a vacant M.2 2242 slot and an M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe SSD between 128GB and 2TB.

Will this adapter work with the original M.2 2242 drive I already have installed?

The kit includes an M.2 2242 adapter bracket, but the slot is converted to the 2280 form factor; a 2242 drive cannot be used in the expanded slot simultaneously.

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