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Green circuit board with M.2 and mSATA slots, PCIe x16 edge connector and SATA ports

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SMUGDESK 3in1 M.2 NVMe to PCIe 16X SATA III Adapter

SKU CH-EENK-ENCBC

Converts one M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA or mSATA SSD to a PCIe x16 or SATA III connection for desktop storage expansion

  • Converts M.2 NVMe drives to PCIe 16X slot for high-speed storage
  • Adapts M.2 SATA and mSATA SSDs to standard SATA III interface
  • Three conversion functions on one board for multiple SSD types
  • Reuses older NGFF and mSATA drives for cost-effective storage expansion
  • Simple hardware installation with no extra drivers required for most systems

Versatile 3in1 SSD Adapter

This 3in1 adapter card lets you install M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA and mSATA solid-state drives into a desktop computer. It combines three conversion functions on one board so you can reuse existing SSDs for extra storage capacity. The card is aimed at PC builders and upgraders who want a cost-effective way to add drives without buying new ones.

Check Slot Type and Protocol First

Before ordering, verify that your motherboard has a PCIe x16 slot that supports the NVMe protocol for the M.2 NVMe drive. M.2 SATA and mSATA modules require a standard SATA III data cable and power connection from the board or a SATA controller. Identify the key type on your SSD (M-key for NVMe, B-key for SATA) to match the correct connector on the adapter.

Single-Drive Operation Under Load

Only one SSD can be active at a time; the adapter cannot run multiple drives simultaneously. An M.2 NVMe drive connected through the PCIe x16 slot delivers sustained high-speed PCIe storage performance during heavy workloads. M.2 SATA and mSATA drives operate at standard SATA III speeds when transferring large files continuously. No extra drivers are needed for most mainstream operating systems.

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Price $14.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

What SSD types and interfaces does the 3in1 adapter support and which cables or slots must I provide?

The board accepts one M.2 NVMe (M-key) SSD into a motherboard PCIe x16 slot, or one M.2 SATA (B-key) or mSATA SSD into a standard SATA III data and power connection.

Which version should I pick for an M.2 NVMe drive versus an M.2 SATA or mSATA drive?

Choose the PCIe x16 path for an M-key NVMe module; choose the SATA III path for a B-key M.2 SATA module or an mSATA module.

What does the PCIe x16 designation mean for NVMe drive speed once installed?

The adapter routes the NVMe drive through a PCIe x16 slot, so the SSD runs at the PCIe lane speed your motherboard and drive negotiate.

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