Sata1~6: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors; Se1_43-Se2_65: Satae Connectors - MSI z170a GAMING M9 ACK User Manual

SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to
one SATA device.

SE1_43-SE2_65: SATAe Connectors

These connectors are SATAe (SATA Express) interface ports. Each SATAe connector
can be used with a single SATAe device or two legacy SATA devices.
Important
● Please do not fold the SATA or SATAe cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may
result during transmission otherwise.
SATA cable has 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.
SATA2
SATA1
SATA5
SATA3
SATA6
SATA4
SATA6
SE2_65
(SATA_EX2)
SATA5
SATA3
SATA4 SE1_43
(SATA_EX1)
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