Sata5~8 & Sataa~B: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors - MSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI User Manual

6. Put the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink back in place and secure it.
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SATA5~8 & SATAA~B: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.
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Important
Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during
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transmission otherwise.
∙ SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is
recommended that the flat connector be connected to the motherboard for space
saving purposes.
SATA7 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_4 slot.
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Overview of Components
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SATA6
SATA5
SATA8
SATA7
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SATAB
SATAA