Shinreal PCI Express x16 to Quad M.2 NVMe SSD Switch Adapter 2280
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About this product
The Shinreal PCI Express x16 to Quad M.2 NVMe SSD Switch Adapter is a low-profile expansion card designed to enable the use of up to four M.2 NVMe SSDs in a single PCIe x16 slot. This adapter supports PCIe Gen3 standards, offering a maximum data rate of 128GT/s. It's a universal compatible component, suitable for various systems, and specifically designed for 2280 form factor M.2 drives. Originating from China, this unit comes as a single switch card.
Our take
If you're looking to significantly expand your system's NVMe storage capacity, this Shinreal adapter offers a compelling solution. The ability to host four M.2 NVMe SSDs on a single PCIe x16 slot is fantastic for workstations or servers where drive bays are limited but PCIe lanes are abundant. The 128GT/s data rate on PCIe Gen3 is certainly robust, though it's worth noting that newer PCIe Gen4 systems will leave some performance on the table. For a Gen3 setup, however, this is a solid performer, enabling high-speed storage configurations.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Quad M.2 NVMe SSD support
- Utilizes a single PCI Express x16 slot
- 128GT/s maximum data rate
- Low profile form factor
Cons
- Limited to PCIe Gen3 speeds
- No heatsinks included
- 2280 M.2 form factor only
Specifications
- Country of Origin China
- Compatible Brand Universal
- External Interfaces M.2 NVMe
- MPN 8747-4M-x16
- Standards PCIe Gen3
- Maximum Data Rate 128GT/s
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- Brand
- eShinreal
- Form Factor
- Low profile
- Type
- M.2 Switch Card
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Number of Ports
- 4 Ports
- Model
- STC PE3162-4IL
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Compatible Port
- PCI Express x16
