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LORDWORLD

LORDWORLD M-Key NVME SSD to PCI-E 3.0 16x Adapter with 18-20cm Cable

SKU CH-8X3P-KTJB9

Adapts M-key NVME SSDs to a PCI-E 3.0 x16 slot using an 18-20cm cable, supporting 2230 to 2280 drive lengths and requiring Z97 or later motherboards with Windows 10 or later

  • Connects M-key NVME SSDs via PCI-E 3.0 16x slot
  • Supports 2230 2242 2260 2280 M.2 card dimensions
  • Includes 18-20cm PCI-E 16x extension cable for flexible mounting
  • Transparent to OS with no drivers required
  • Requires Z97 or later motherboard with Windows 10 or later

M-Key NVMe SSD to PCIe 3.0 x16 Adapter

This adapter connects an M-key NVMe solid-state drive to a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot. It supports M.2 form factors 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280. The device operates transparently without requiring additional software drivers. It is suited for builders adding NVMe storage to a desktop platform.

Requires Z97 or later motherboard with Windows 10

An 18-20cm PCIe x16 male-to-female extension cable is included for flexible vertical mounting. The adapter converts the physical interface only and does not alter drive speed or protocol behaviour. A compatible motherboard and operating system are the only prerequisites for operation.

Replaces direct M.2 slot installation when slots

The jump is worthwhile when all onboard M.2 connectors are in use or when a vertical layout improves airflow. It does not add RAID capability or increase throughput beyond the drive's native specification. Builders needing additional M.2 sockets without changing the motherboard will benefit.

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Questions about this item

Does the adapter throttle the NVME drive speed under sustained load?

The adapter does not change speed or other properties; it only converts the interface transparently.

How much power does the adapter draw when the SSD runs all day?

The adapter is a passive interface converter with no active components, so it adds no measurable power draw.

What motherboard and OS are required for the adapter to work?

A Z97 or later motherboard with a PCI-E 3.0 x16 slot and Windows 10 or later are required.

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