Installing M.2 Xpander-Z Gen 4 (Optional) - MSI X299 PRO Quick Start Manual

Installing M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN 4 (optional)

The M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN 4 card provide four M.2 Key-M slots.
To install the M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN 4 card:
1. Remove the heatsink by loosening four heatsink screws on the bottom of M.2
XPANDER-Z GEN 4.
2. Loosen M.2 screw from M.2 standoff.
3. Loosen M.2 standoff.
4. Move and fasten M.2 standoff to the appropriate location for your M.2 SSD.
5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
6. Secure the M.2 device in place with M.2 screw.
Screw
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Standoff
7. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad of the heatsink.
8. Reinstall and secure the heatsink with four heatsink screws.
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*The speeds may vary for different
devices
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