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Overview of Components
M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)
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Installing M.2 module
1. Loosen the screws of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink.
2. Remove the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink and remove the protective films from
the thermal pads.
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1
1
1
1
1
M2_1
M2_2
M2_3
3. For 2242/ 2260 M.2 SSD, please move and fasten the M.2 standoff to the
appropriate position to your M.2 SSD.
For 2280 M.2 SSD, please skip this step.
For 22110 M.2 SSD, please remove the M.2 standoff.
The following table describes the relationship between the
M.2 slots and the PCIe bandwidth of the processors.
Slots
3rd Gen AMD
Ryzen™
2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™
Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Vega Graphics and 2nd
Gen AMD Ryzen™ with
Radeon™ Graphics
M2_1 (CPU) PCIe 4.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4
M2_2 (PCH) PCIe 4.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4
M2_3 (PCH) PCIe 4.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4