StarTech.com M.2 NVMe SSD to PCIe 4.0 x4 Hot-Swap Adapter M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1
The StarTech.com M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1 adapter enables IT professionals to integrate high-performance M.2 NVMe SSDs into any PCIe 4.0 x4 expansion slot, delivering up to 64 Gbit/s data transfer rates and critical hot-swap functionality.
- High-Speed Storage: PCIe 4.0 x4 connectivity provides up to 64 Gbit/s data transfer rates, accelerating application loading and data processing for demanding workloads.
- Hot-Swap Capability: Allows M.2 NVMe SSDs to be added or removed without system shutdown, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
- Toolless Installation: Simplifies the integration of M.2 NVMe drives into the adapter tray, reducing installation time and labor costs for IT teams.
- Secure Drive Tray: Features a lockable M.2 NVMe drive tray, physically securing the SSD and preventing accidental or unauthorized removal in critical systems.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1 is a purpose-built adapter designed for integrating M.2 NVMe SSDs into available PCIe 4.0 x4 expansion slots, delivering a maximum data transfer rate of 64 Gbit/s. This internal adapter supports M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 sizes, ensuring broad compatibility with standard high-performance storage.
Engineered for operational efficiency, this adapter features hot-swap capability and toolless installation, significantly reducing maintenance windows and IT overhead. With S.M.A.R.T. and TRIM support, it ensures optimal SSD health and longevity, making it a reliable component for critical business infrastructure.
- Core Functionality: Integrates M.2 NVMe SSDs into PCIe 4.0 x4 slots, providing a high-bandwidth pathway for critical data and applications.
- Performance Optimization: Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 with 64 Gbit/s data rates, ensuring rapid access to large datasets and accelerating demanding enterprise applications.
- Enhanced Uptime: Hot-swap capability allows drive replacement without system interruption, maintaining continuous operations for critical servers and workstations.
- Simplified Management: Toolless drive tray installation and removal streamline IT maintenance tasks, reducing labor costs and improving operational efficiency.
- Operational Value: Features like S.M.A.R.T. and TRIM support extend SSD lifespan and enable proactive monitoring, protecting your investment and data integrity over time.
This adapter provides a reliable and high-performance solution for businesses seeking to maximize their storage infrastructure's speed and flexibility.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
High-Performance Data Processing
Environments running demanding applications like virtualization, large databases, or video editing require storage that can keep pace with CPU and RAM. This adapter provides a dedicated PCIe 4.0 x4 lane for M.2 NVMe SSDs, delivering 64 Gbit/s throughput to eliminate storage bottlenecks.
Data centers, engineering firms, media production studios, research institutions
Minimizing System Downtime
For critical servers or workstations, any interruption for storage maintenance can lead to significant operational losses. The hot-swap capability of this adapter allows M.2 NVMe SSDs to be replaced or upgraded without powering down the host system, ensuring continuous availability.
Network operations centers, financial trading floors, manufacturing control rooms, healthcare systems
Flexible Storage Expansion
As data volumes grow, businesses need scalable storage solutions that can be easily integrated and managed. This adapter enables the quick addition or interchange of M.2 NVMe SSDs into standard PCIe slots, offering a cost-effective way to expand high-speed storage capacity.
Growing SMBs, mid-market enterprises, IT operations teams, data archival facilities
Key Features
PCIe 4.0 x4 Expansion Slot
Provides a high-bandwidth interface for M.2 NVMe SSDs, ensuring ultra-fast data transfer rates up to 64 Gbit/s for critical applications.
Hot-Swap Capability
Enables M.2 NVMe SSDs to be replaced or added without system shutdown, minimizing operational downtime and ensuring continuous service availability.
Toolless M.2 Drive Tray Installation
Simplifies the process of installing and removing M.2 NVMe drives, reducing maintenance time and labor costs for IT staff.
Lockable Drive Tray
Secures the M.2 NVMe SSD within the adapter, preventing accidental dislodgement and enhancing physical data security in active environments.
S.M.A.R.T. and TRIM Support
Allows for proactive monitoring of SSD health and optimizes drive performance over time, extending the lifespan of valuable storage assets.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Enables high-speed data logging and processing for industrial control systems and automation, ensuring real-time operational insights.
Finance & Insurance
Provides rapid access to large financial datasets and transaction logs, supporting high-frequency trading and critical data analytics.
Legal & Professional Services
Accelerates access to large case files, document repositories, and legal databases, improving productivity for legal teams.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Facilitates quick retrieval and processing of patient records, medical imaging, and research data, enhancing diagnostic and research workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of M.2 NVMe SSDs are compatible with this adapter?
This adapter supports M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs in various form factors, including 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 sizes, ensuring broad compatibility with common NVMe drives.
Can this adapter be installed in a PCIe 3.0 slot?
While designed for PCIe 4.0 x4, this adapter is backward compatible and can function in a PCIe 3.0 x4 slot, though performance will be limited to PCIe 3.0 speeds.
Does this adapter require any special drivers for operation?
This adapter features Plug and Play functionality, meaning it typically does not require special drivers beyond what is already provided by your operating system for NVMe storage devices.
How does the hot-swap feature work to prevent data loss?
The hot-swap feature allows for safe removal and insertion of M.2 NVMe SSDs while the system is running, provided the operating system properly dismounts the drive before removal, preventing data corruption.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.