M2_1~2: M.2 Slots - MSI Z170A GAMING M7 Manual

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots

M2_2
M2_1
Installing M.2 module
1. Remove the screw from
the base screw.
2. Remove the base
screw.
3. Tighten the base screw
into the hole of the
distance to the M.2 slot
as the length your M.2
module.
4. Insert your M.2 module
into the M.2 slot at a
30-degree angle.
5. Put the screw in the
notch on the trailing edge
of your M.2 module and
tighten it into the base
screw.
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Overview of Components
Important
The M2_1 slot will only run PCIe 3.0 x2 speed when
●
M2_1 slot is installed with a M.2 PCIe device and
PCI_E4 slot is installed with a PCIe x1 device at the
same time.
● Intel RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI
®
ROM, does not support Legacy ROM.
Watch the video to learn how to Install
M.2 module.
http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA
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Video Demonstration
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