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7) M2F_10G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector)
The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. It can support SATA RAID configuration
through the AMD South Bridge. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set
with SATA drive(s). Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID
array.
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Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole
for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then screw the nut first.
Step 2:
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Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an angle.
Step 3:
Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw.
On the motherboard there are three length adjustment holes for the M.2 SSD. Select the proper
hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut.
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W hen installing different types of M.2 SSDs (including SATA SSDs and PCIe x2 SSDs), be sure to refer to
the supported configurations in the tables below according to the operating mode of your SATA controller
(AHCI mode or RAID mode).
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• AHCI/RAID mode:
Connector
SATA3_0
Type of SSD
M.2 SATA SSD
a
M.2 PCIe x2
a
SSD
(Note)
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No M.2 SSDs
a
Installed
a: Supported, r: Not supported.
(Note) Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with SATA drive(s).
SATA3_1
SATA3_2
a
a
a
a
F
a
a
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SATA3_3
SATA3_4
a
a
a
a
a
a
SATA3_5
r
a
a
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