Dual 2X M.2 NVME SSD to Slimline SFF-8654 8X Adapter PCIe Bifurcation Motherboard is Required

Dual 2X M.2 NVME SSD to Slimline SFF-8654 8X Adapter PCIe Bifurcation Motherboard is Required.

Product specifications:

1.Set the PCIe Bifurcation mode of the corresponding PCIe slot in the BIOS, support X4X4X4X4 or X4X4X8

2.Supports M.2 nvme SSD in format 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280

3.The product does not support hardware raid, the product only supports the formation of virtual raid under win10 system, or the use of other third-party software to build raid.

4.Only supports motherboards with detachable PCI-E channels. Control the operation of two SSD based on the motherboard PCIE channel, The motherboard without PCIE signal split can only recognize one disk.

5. Dual nvme SSD design, Stable installation, Can run 2 NVME SSD at full speed at the same time.

6.Built-in multiple sets of high-power DC modules for sustainable and stable work The innovative design can accommodate two NVMEs of the chassis, and can support simultaneous operation.

7.Type C interface is only for SFF-8654 8X power.

Product Overview:

This product is a powerful SSD adapter designed to meet users' needs for high-capacity, high-performance storage expansion. By providing two NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots, it is possible to simultaneously connect two SSDs that comply with the NVME protocol and are compatible with multiple common sizes. With the output of SFF-8654-8i, it can adapt to specific devices, providing a reliable and flexible storage solution for storage demanding application scenarios such as data centers, servers, and high-performance workstations, effectively improving storage capacity and read/write speed, and helping users efficiently process massive amounts of data. To use this SSD expansion card adapter, the computer motherboard needs to support the splitting function, such as splitting the motherboard signal into x4x4x4x4/X4X4X8 to read two SSDs. If the computer motherboard does not support PCI-E split signals, the two SSDs on this expansion card adapter may not be read properly, or only one SSD can be recognized, which cannot fully utilize the dual SSD expansion function of the expansion card, resulting in limited performance or inability to use.

Connector : SlimSAS 8i 74pin (SFF-8654)

For A Series For B Series For C Series

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Product features:

1. Multi size hard drive compatibility: The two NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots on the product have wide compatibility and can support NVME protocol SSDs of four common sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280mm. The slot adopts high-precision manufacturing technology, with precise internal dimensions, and can achieve tight and stable connections with SSD gold fingers of different sizes, ensuring the stability of data transmission. This provides users with great flexibility when choosing SSDs, allowing them to select different capacities and brands of SSDs for combination use according to their actual needs and budgets, easily achieving on-demand expansion of storage capacity to meet diverse data storage scenarios. Whether it is a small high-performance SSD pursuing ultimate speed or a large capacity storage SSD, it can be perfectly adapted on this adapter expansion adapter.

2. Dual power supply interface guarantee: Considering different usage scenarios and power supply requirements, the expansion card adapter is thoughtfully equipped with two auxiliary power supply interfaces, one is the common and versatile SATA interface, and the other is the convenient TYPE-C power supply interface. The SATA interface can easily connect to computer power or other devices with SATA power supply capability, ensuring stable power supply; The TYPE-C power interface is more flexible and suitable for devices that support TYPE-C power supply, such as some portable workstations, small servers, etc., making it convenient for users to use in different device environments, effectively avoiding the impact of insufficient power supply on SSD performance or data transmission problems, and providing reliable power guarantee for SSD stable operation.

3. Intuitive LED indicator light: Each slot is equipped with an LED indicator light, which provides users with an intuitive and convenient way of status monitoring. The indicator light can reflect the working status of the SSD in the corresponding slot in real time. For example, when the SSD is performing data read and write operations, the indicator light will flash, and the frequency of flashing can roughly reflect the speed of data transmission; If the indicator light is constantly on, it may indicate that the SSD is idle or ready; If the indicator light goes out or flashes abnormally, users can promptly detect possible hardware connection issues or SSD failures, facilitating quick troubleshooting and problem-solving, ensuring the normal operation of the storage system, and enhancing users' sense of control and confidence in the use of storage devices.

4. High performance output interface: The output terminal adopts SFF-8654-8i interface, which is designed specifically to meet high-performance storage applications, with high-speed and stable data transmission capabilities, and can fully leverage the performance advantages of the connected NVME protocol SSD. It can adapt to various devices that require large capacity and high-speed storage, such as storage servers in data centers, professional graphics processing workstations, etc., providing efficient data transmission channels for these devices, ensuring fast and stable data transmission in scenarios such as large-scale database read and write, high-definition video rendering output, complex 3D modeling data interaction, etc., avoiding transmission bottlenecks and meeting the strict requirements of modern high-performance computing and data intensive applications for storage speed and capacity.

Principle of PCI-E Fork Signal:

PCI-E bifurcation is a technology that allows a physical PCI-E slot to be logically divided into multiple smaller channels to meet the needs of different devices for the number and bandwidth of PCI-E channels. For example, splitting an x16 PCI-E slot into combinations such as x4+x4+x4+x4 or x4+x4+x8.

For this dual M.2 to SFF-8654-8i SSD adapter expansion adapter, it requires the motherboard to provide at least two x4 PCI-E channels to support the normal operation of SSDs on two NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots.

Motherboard support status:

Newer high-end motherboards: Some newer high-end server motherboards or workstation motherboards typically support PCI-E fork signals. These motherboards are designed to meet the needs of high-performance computing and data storage, providing flexible PCI-E channel configuration options. For example, some Intel C620 series chipset motherboards support splitting PCI-E x16 slots into multiple x4 or x8 channels, which can be well adapted to this expansion card adapter.

Specific BIOS version support: Even if the motherboard hardware itself has the ability to support PCI-E forking, the corresponding BIOS version is required to enable and configure this feature. Users may need to update the motherboard's BIOS to the latest version during use to ensure good support for PCI-E forks.

Unsupported effects:

If the computer motherboard does not support PCI-E fork signals, the two SSDs on this expansion card adapter may not be read properly, or only one SSD can be recognized, which may not fully utilize the dual SSD expansion function of the expansion card, resulting in limited performance or inability to use.

Product Slot and Interface Introduction:

1. NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots: These two slots located on the expansion adapter are key components for connecting NVME protocol SSDs. They are designed strictly in accordance with the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M standard specifications, and the internal contact points are made of high-quality metal materials that have undergone fine gold plating treatment. Not only do they have excellent conductivity, but they can also effectively resist oxidation, ensuring long-term stable electrical connections. The slot is equipped with a sturdy fixing structure around it, which can firmly fix the inserted SSD through special buckles or screws (depending on the design of the SSD), preventing the SSD from loosening or shifting due to vibration or collision during device operation, providing a solid physical foundation for the stable operation and data transmission of the SSD.

2. Auxiliary power supply interface: The SATA power supply interface complies with the standard SATA power interface specifications, has stable voltage output and large current carrying capacity, and can provide sufficient power support for the connected SSD. The TYPE-C power interface follows the universal TYPE-C power transmission standard, with the characteristics of positive and negative insertability and strong compatibility, making it convenient for users to quickly connect power devices. It also has reliable performance in data transmission and power transmission, ensuring stable and safe power supply for adapter expansion in different usage scenarios.

3. SFF-8654-8i output interface: As the output terminal of the entire adapter expansion adapter, it is manufactured strictly in accordance with the industry standards of SFF-8654-8i. Its internal pin layout and electrical characteristics have been carefully optimized to achieve high-speed and stable data transmission. The interface shell is made of high-strength metal material with good shielding performance, which can effectively reduce the impact of external electromagnetic interference on data transmission, ensure the integrity and accuracy of data during transmission, provide high-quality data transmission services for devices connected to the interface, and ensure the efficient operation of the entire storage system.Transmission advantages.

4. Performance of NVME protocol: Due to the connection of SSDs that support NVME protocol through this adapter, the high-performance advantages of NVME protocol can be fully utilized. Compared to traditional storage protocols, the NVME protocol has significant improvements in data transmission parallelism, instruction processing efficiency, and delay control. In practical applications, whether it is random reading and writing of a large number of small files or sequential reading and writing of extremely large files, it can achieve extremely fast response speed and efficient data transmission, greatly reducing the waiting time for data reading and writing, improving the overall operating efficiency of the system, bringing users a smooth and efficient data storage and access experience, and meeting the strict storage performance requirements of modern data intensive applications.

5. High speed and stable transmission guarantee: With the SFF-8654-8i output interface and optimized internal circuit design, this adapter expansion adapter can achieve high-speed and stable data transmission. In an ideal environment, a relatively high theoretical transmission rate can be achieved, which is sufficient to cope with complex application scenarios such as concurrent reading and writing of massive data in data centers, rapid retrieval of high-definition materials during video editing, and large-scale data processing in scientific computing. At the same time, by using high-quality signal transmission lines and advanced signal conditioning technology, signal attenuation and interference are effectively reduced, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of data during transmission. Even in complex electromagnetic environments, stable and reliable data transmission can be guaranteed, avoiding system lag or data loss caused by data transmission problems.

Usage:

1. Install SSD: Firstly, choose two suitable SSDs that support NVME protocol and have sizes of 2230, 2242, 2260, or 2280mm based on your storage needs and budget. Carefully align the gold finger of the first SSD with one of the NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slots on the expansion adapter, ensuring the correct orientation. Then, smoothly insert the SSD into the slot until it is fully inserted and firmly secured by the slot's fixing structure, avoiding damage to the SSD or slot caused by forced insertion. Using the same method, insert the second SSD into another NGFF (M.2) KEY-M slot.

2. Connect power supply interface: Select the appropriate power supply interface for connection based on the actual equipment and power supply situation. If the device has SATA power supply capability, a SATA power cable can be used to connect the SATA power supply interface of the expansion adapter to the SATA power supply interface of the device; If the device supports TYPE-C power supply, use a TYPE-C power cord to connect the TYPE-C power supply interface of the expansion adapter to the device's TYPE-C power supply interface, ensuring that the power supply interface is firmly connected and avoiding loose connections that may cause unstable power supply.

3. Connect the target device: Connect the SFF-8654-8i output interface of the expansion adapter to the corresponding SFF-8654-8i interface on the target device (such as data center servers, high-performance workstations, etc.). When connecting, pay attention to the correct direction of the interface. Gently insert the interface of the expansion adapter into the target device interface, and then press it evenly to ensure that the interface is fully inserted and tightly fitted to prevent poor contact. For some interfaces that require additional fixation, screws or buckles should be used to firmly fix the expansion adapter according to the design requirements of the device, to ensure that it will not loosen due to vibration during device operation.

4. System identification and configuration: After completing the hardware connection, start the target device. The system will automatically recognize the connected SSD during the boot process, and users can perform operations such as recognition, partitioning, and formatting on the newly connected SSD in the disk management tool of the operating system. Depending on the operating system, the specific steps may vary, but generally speaking, in Windows systems, users can perform corresponding operations through the "Disk Management" tool; In Linux systems, command-line tools such as "fdisk" and "mkfs" can be used to partition and format hard drives. After completing these basic configurations, users can store and read data on SSDs just like using a regular hard drive, and begin to enjoy the convenience brought by the expanded large capacity and high-speed storage. During the operation of the device, users can observe the LED indicator lights corresponding to each slot to understand the working status of the SSD, in order to timely detect and handle possible problems.

Applicable scenarios:

1. Data center storage expansion: In the data center environment, massive amounts of data need to be processed, and the capacity and performance requirements for storage devices are extremely high. This adapter can simultaneously connect two high-capacity NVME protocol SSDs and connect to the server in the data center through the SFF-8654-8i interface, providing the server with larger storage capacity and faster data transmission speed, meeting the complex operation needs of data storage, backup, recovery, and multi-user concurrent access in the data center, effectively improving the overall operational efficiency of the data center, ensuring secure storage and efficient processing of data.

2. High performance workstation upgrade: For high-performance workstations engaged in professional fields such as graphic design, video editing, 3D modeling, and scientific computing, fast data read and write speeds are crucial for improving work efficiency. By using this adapter extension adapter, users can easily add two high-performance NVME protocol SSDs to expand the storage capacity of the workstation. At the same time, the high-speed transmission performance of the SFF-8654-8i interface is utilized to achieve fast loading of materials, rapid rendering of models, and timely saving of calculation results, greatly reducing waiting time in work and allowing professionals to focus more on creation and research, improving the quality and output speed of work results.

3. Server cluster setup: When setting up a server cluster, it is necessary to equip each server node with sufficient storage resources and ensure that data can be transmitted quickly and stably between nodes. The dual slot design and high-performance output interface of this product make it an ideal choice. Each server node can be connected to two NVME protocol SSDs through an adapter extension adapter, increasing local storage capacity. At the same time, it is connected to the cluster network through the SFF-8654-8i interface, achieving efficient data sharing and interaction, improving the collaborative work and processing capabilities of the entire server cluster, and meeting the needs of enterprise level applications for large-scale data storage and processing.

4. Enterprise level storage solution: In the daily operation of enterprises, a large amount of business data, file materials, databases, etc. need to be stored, which has high requirements for the reliability, capacity, and performance of storage devices. This adapter can be used as part of an enterprise level storage system, providing a high-speed and high-capacity storage solution for enterprises by connecting NVME protocol SSDs. It meets the data storage and access needs of different departments and business scenarios of the enterprise. At the same time, its auxiliary power supply interface and LED indicator light functions make it convenient for IT management personnel to maintain and troubleshoot equipment, ensuring the stable operation of enterprise storage systems and improving the level of enterprise information management.

Package Contents:

1x M.2 NVMe to SFF-8654 8X Adapter.

1x Screw Driver.

4x M2 Sliver screw.

2x standoff.