Vszerda M.2 Key A-E to PCIe 8x Adapter 270° 2230

Adapter purpose and target user

This Vszerda adapter connects a standard PCIe x8 card to an M.2 Key A or E slot on a motherboard. It suits builders who want to repurpose an M.2 Wi-Fi socket for another PCIe device such as a capture card or additional controller. The board accepts M.2 2230 modules and includes a 4-pin FDD power connector for 12 V supply. No drivers are required for supported operating systems.

Check your motherboard before ordering

Verify the motherboard provides an M.2 Key A or E slot that carries a native PCIe interface. Some boards wire this slot only for CNVio2 modules such as the 9560 or AX201; those will not work with this adapter. Confirm the slot can supply PCIe signalling rather than CNVio2, and ensure a free 4-pin FDD power header is available if the target card needs 12 V power.

Build integration and what it enables

The adapter uses a 270-degree cable to route the PCIe x8 edge connector away from the motherboard, allowing x1, x4, x8 or x16 cards to be mounted elsewhere in the chassis. Bandwidth is limited to x1 speeds because the M.2 link is x1. The 4-pin FDD power lead can be left disconnected if the installed card draws power solely from the slot. Compatible with Windows XP through 11 and Linux.