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| Product Type | PCIe M.2 NVMe/SATA SSD Adapter Card |
| Host Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
| Number of M.2 Slots | 2 |
| Supported M.2 Form Factors | 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 |
| Supported Protocols | NVMe (PCIe) and SATA (AHCI) |
| Maximum Bandwidth per Slot | PCIe 3.0 x4 (3.94 GB/s) |
| Total Bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 x8 (7.88 GB/s) shared |
| RAID Support | Software RAID (via OS) or hardware RAID with optional controller |
| Operating System Support | Windows, Linux, macOS (with native drivers) |
| LED Indicators | Power and Activity (per slot) |
| Form Factor | Full-height PCIe bracket (low-profile bracket included) |
| Dimensions (Card) | 120 mm x 80 mm (approx.) |
| Weight | 50 g (approx.) |
| Power Supply | Powered via PCIe slot (3.3V, 12V) |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 10 W (typical) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Package Contents | 1 x PCIe M.2 Adapter Card, 1 x Low-Profile Bracket, 1 x Screw Set, 1 x Quick Start Guide |
| Maintenance and Cleaning | Use dry compressed air to remove dust; avoid liquids and abrasives. |
| Safety Precautions | Install in a grounded PCIe slot; handle card by edges to avoid ESD. |
| Repairability | No user-serviceable parts; contact StarTech support for repair. |
Frequently Asked Questions - PEX8M2E2 StarTech.com
What type of M.2 drives are supported by the PEX8M2E2?
The card supports both NVMe (PCIe) and SATA (AHCI) M.2 SSDs in form factors 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110.
Does the PEX8M2E2 support RAID configurations?
The card supports software RAID via the operating system (e.g., Intel RST on Windows, mdadm on Linux). Hardware RAID may be possible with an optional controller card.
What is the maximum total bandwidth of the card?
The host interface is PCIe 3.0 x8, providing up to 7.88 GB/s total bandwidth, shared between the two M.2 slots.
Is the PEX8M2E2 compatible with PCIe 2.0 or 4.0 slots?
It is backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 (lower speed) and forward compatible with PCIe 4.0 (runs at 3.0 speeds). Check motherboard support for bifurcation.
What operating systems are supported?
The card is supported on Windows, Linux, and macOS with native drivers. No additional drivers are required for NVMe; SATA may need AHCI drivers on older systems.
Can I use this card in a low-profile chassis?
Yes, the package includes a low-profile bracket that can be swapped with the full-height bracket for use in compact cases.
How do I install the M.2 drives?
Insert the M.2 drive at a 30-degree angle into the slot, then gently press down and secure with the included screw. Adhere to ESD precautions.
Do I need to enable bifurcation in the BIOS?
For the card to function, the motherboard must support PCIe bifurcation (x8/x8) and be enabled in the BIOS. Otherwise, only one M.2 slot may work.
What is the typical power consumption?
The card itself consumes less than 10 W, passed through from the PCIe slot. Drives may add up to 15 W each depending on model.
Does the PEX8M2E2 support booting from an M.2 drive?
Yes, it supports booting from NVMe or SATA M.2 drives if the motherboard BIOS supports it.
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