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LORDWORLD

LORDWORLD Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe to M.2 NVMe Adapter 16-pin 2230/2242

SKU CH-WS6S-KZ7MQ

Adds 16-pin PCIe NVMe storage to Raspberry Pi 5 using 2230 or 2242 drives with Gen2/Gen3 speeds and onboard power monitoring

  • Connects via 16-pin cable to Raspberry Pi 5
  • Supports 2230 and 2242 NVMe drives
  • Enables booting Raspberry Pi 5 from NVMe SSD
  • Onboard power monitoring chip tracks drive status
  • Reserved airflow vent improves cooling for Pi 5 and drive

Raspberry Pi 5 NVMe Adapter

This adapter connects a PCIe NVMe solid-state drive to the Raspberry Pi 5 using its 16-pin interface. It is designed for developers and hobbyists who want faster storage than the board’s built-in options. The board accepts M.2 drives in 2230 and 2242 sizes. It also allows the Pi 5 to boot directly from the NVMe drive.

M.2 2230 and 2242 NVMe compatibility

The single specification that decides fit is the M.2 form factor: only 2230 and 2242 NVMe drives are supported. Longer 2260 or 2280 modules will not mount on this board. The adapter operates in PCIe Gen2 and Gen3 modes depending on the drive installed. Buyers who need larger M.2 sizes must choose a different adapter.

Thermals, noise and power

An onboard power monitoring chip and EEPROM track the drive’s power status for stable operation. A reserved airflow vent lets you add a cooling fan for the Pi 5 and the SSD. No fan is included, so noise and extra power draw depend on the fan you select.

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Price $21.99
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Brand nameLORDWORLD

Questions about this item

What does Gen2 and Gen3 support mean for real-world speeds on the Pi 5?

The adapter passes the Pi 5’s single PCIe lane through to the NVMe drive, so actual throughput matches the Pi 5’s Gen2 or Gen3 capability depending on firmware.

Does the 16-pin cable carry both data and power for the NVMe drive?

Yes, the 16-pin FPC connects the Pi 5’s PCIe interface to the adapter, delivering data lanes and the drive’s power from the onboard monitoring circuitry.

Will a 2230 or 2242 drive fit without extra brackets?

The board has mounting holes spaced for both 2230 and 2242 lengths, so either size secures directly with the included standoffs.

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