2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1)
The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and
versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2
Socket (M2_1) supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3
x4 (32 Gb/s).
Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module
3
C
B
A
No.
Nut Location
PCB Length
4.2cm
Module Type
Type2242
2
2
1
1
2
A
B
6cm
Type2260
Step 1
Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module
and the screw.
Step 2
Before installing a M.2 (NGFF)
SSD module, please loosen
the screws to remove the M.2
heatsink.
*Please remove the protective
films on the bottom side of the
M.2 heatsink before you install
a M.2 SSD module.
Step 3
Depending on the PCB type and
length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF)
module, find the corresponding nut
location to be used.
3
C
8cm
Type 2280
B460M Steel Legend
25