Asus ROG Strix X470-I Gaming Manual page 32

11. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2)
These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules.
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For AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation/Ryzen™ 1st Generation Processors:
- M .2_1 supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 /
2280 storage devices.
- M .2_2 supports PCIE 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage
devices*.
For AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors**
- M .2_1 supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 /
2280 storage devices.
For AMD 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors**:
- M .2_1 supports SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage
devices.
* M .2_2 socket shares bandwidth with PCIE x16. When M.2_2 slot runs in PCIE mode, the
PCIE x16 slot will run at x8 mode.
** T he M.2_2 socket is not supported for these CPU
The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.
For a 2242 storage device, use the bundled 2242 mounting kit.
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