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Vszerda U.2 to Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) SSD Adapter

SKU CH-8YEX-SHXPZ

Connects U.2 SSDs to Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) systems for high-speed 16GT/s data transfer

  • Conductor typeCopper
  • Build detailsCopper
  • DetailsCopper, SSD, Micro SATA Cables, Classic
  • Key featuresCopper, Classic, SSD
  • Connect U.2 SSDs to Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) systems
  • Enable high-speed 16 GT/s data transfer
  • Copper conductor ensures reliable signal integrity
  • Compact adapter fits high-density storage builds
  • Bridge U.2 PCIe Gen 4 drives to EDSFF form factor

U.2 PCIe Gen 4 16GT/s adapter

This adapter connects a U.2 PCIe Gen 4 16GT/s solid-state drive to a system using the Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) interface. It enables the integration of high-performance U.2 SSDs into compatible high-density storage platforms. The copper conductor ensures reliable signal transmission for demanding computing applications.

Interface compatibility decides fit

The single specification that determines suitability is the U.2 PCIe Gen 4 16GT/s to Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) connection. Your drive must use the U.2 interface and your target system must accept the Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) form factor. No other interface combination is supported by this adapter.

High-density storage headroom

The adapter handles the high-speed data transfer rates required by performance-focused U.2 SSDs in dense configurations. It runs out when the host system lacks a Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) slot or when the drive uses a different physical connector such as SATA or eSATA.

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Price $64.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMicro SATA Cables
Size & build
Conductor typeCopper
Build detailsCopper

Questions about this item

What does the 16 GT/s rating deliver once the adapter is installed?

The 16 GT/s rating means the U.2 PCIe Gen 4 link can move data at up to 16 gigatransfers per second, giving the SSD the full bandwidth the interface allows.

Which interface standard does the adapter convert to, and what does that limit?

It converts a U.2 PCIe Gen 4 connection to the Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) form factor, so the link speed and protocol are capped by the U.2 PCIe Gen 4 specification.

What physical space or mounting does the adapter need to fit?

The adapter fits a Gen-Z 1C (EDSFF) drive bay and accepts a standard U.2 SSD, requiring no extra brackets beyond the bay itself.

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