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Are all m 2 slots the same?


While the M. 2 standard uses the same 22 millimeter-wide slot for all cards, it’s not necessarily the exact same slot. Since M. 2 is designed to be used with so many different kinds of devices, it has some frustratingly similar-looking ports.

Are all M 2 drives the same size?

Common lengths for M. 2 drives and mounting right now are 30mm (2230), 42mm (2242), 60mm (2260), 80mm (2280), and 110mm (22110). In addition, there are two types of sockets for M. 2: one with a “B key” and one with a “M key”.

Do all m 2 slots fit?

No, not all m. 2 slots accept all “m.

Does it matter what m 2 slot I use?

If you’re using M. 2 NVMe drives, you’ll want to prioritize using slots that enable those NVMe speeds. With M. 2 SATA drives, your choice of slot doesn’t really matter as long as you’re aware of any potential SATA Connectors being disabled by their use.

Are all m2 NVMe slots the same?

Nope. Neither physically nor in capacity. The most common size for m. 2 SSDs (Regardless of SATA or NVMe) is 2280, but you can find others, usually more advanced ones, that will actually be physically larger.

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