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M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2)
These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules.
TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II M.2 sockets
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The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.
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The M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type
2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices.
The M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type
2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices.
When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_1 port cannot
be used.
W hen a device is installed on the M.2_2 socket, SATA_5/6 ports cannot be used.
These sockets support IRST (Intel
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
2280
2260
2242
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
22110
2280
2260
2242
Rapid Storage Technology).
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