M.2 Nvme SSD to Pcie X16/X8/X4 Adapter Card with Aluminum Heatsink, Easy Install
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About this product
This M.2 NVMe SSD to PCIe X16/X8/X4 Adapter Card allows for the installation of an M.2 NVMe SSD into a motherboard's PCIe X16, X8, or X4 slot. It comes with an aluminum heatsink to ensure optimal thermal performance for the NVMe drive. The adapter is black, measures 4 x 2 x 0.5 inches, and is compatible with motherboards featuring the specified PCIe slots, supporting operating systems like Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Our take
This adapter card is a solid choice if you need to add an M.2 NVMe SSD to a system with available PCIe X16/X8/X4 slots. The inclusion of an aluminum heatsink is a significant benefit, as NVMe drives can generate considerable heat under load, potentially throttling performance. Its compact dimensions make it easy to install in most cases. The compatibility with older operating systems like Windows 7 and 8 is a bonus for legacy systems, though most modern builds would use newer OS versions. At $19.98, it’s a cost-effective way to get high-speed storage.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Includes aluminum heatsink
- Compatible with PCIe X16/X8/X4 slots
- Supports M.2 NVMe SSDs
- Compact form factor
Cons
- Compatible with older Windows 7/8 only (per specs)
- Requires available PCIe slot
Specifications
- Item model number EC-PCIE
- Hardware Platform Sata
- Item dimensions L x W x H 4 x 2 x 0.5 inches
- Operating System Windows 7, Windows 8
- Item Dimensions LxWxH 4 x 2 x 0.5 inches
- Color Black
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- Compatible Devices
- Motherboards with PCIe X16/X8/X4 Card
- Connector Type
- Pcie
- Item Weight
- 2.82 ounces
- Product Dimensions
- 4 x 2 x 0.5 inches
- UPC
- 7445040123129