The InLine® PCI Express card expands your system by two internal NVMe M.2 slots and enables parallel operation of two NVMe SSDs with full PCIe bandwidth. Thanks to Hyper M.2 technology, automatic detection of the lane configuration occurs at boot for optimal system integration.
With a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, the card offers a maximum bandwidth of up to 64 Gb/s, with each M.2 slot supporting a data rate of up to 4 GB/s. LED indicators for reading and writing activities make it easier to monitor the operating status.
Technical data:
Bus Type & PCIe: PCIe 3.0 (8 GT/s) x8-Lanes (for up to 64 Gb/s bandwidth)
Connection – Interfaces: 2 x M.2 Key M Slots – for the installation of NVMe SSDs
Chipset: PI6C20400BLE
Compatible M.2 module sizes: supports 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 SSDs
Data Rate: Each slot supports transfer rates of up to 4Gb/s
Dimensions: 135 mm x 68 mm (PCIe board).
Operating conditions:
Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C.
Functions:
Automatic detection of lane configuration at boot
Onboard LED Indicators (2 x Read/Write Activity LEDs)
M.2 SSDs get their power supply directly from the PCIe bus
No additional driver required - native support from the operating system
Hardware system requirements:
PC with a free PCIe 3.0 x8 (or x16 slot)
Motherboard that supports PCIe Bifurcation
PCIe Bifurcation for optimal use of the card:
In order for both M.2 SSDs to operate simultaneously, the PCIe slot used in BIOS/UEFI often has to be set to bifurcation mode. The available PCIe lanes are split into several channels (e.g. an x8 slot into two x4 channels). The exact designation varies depending on motherboard manufacturer and BIOS/UEFI version. Terms such as PCIe Bifurcation, Lane Splitting, or PCIe Slot Configuration, can be used. Please consult your motherboard manual for correct setting and then check whether both NVMe SSDs are detected.
Operating System Support:
Windows: 11, 10, 8, 7.
Windows Server: 2012 R2
Linux: Native support (Fedora, SUSE, Ubuntu, Red Hat) - no additional driver required
Package includes:
1 x InLine® PCI Express card to 2x internal NVMe M.2
1 x low-profile slot bracket.
1 x hand screwdriver.
4 x screws.
2 x thermal pads.
1 x user manual (German/English).