Gigabyte Z690I AORUS ULTRA User Manual page 24

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10) M2A_CPU
There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. This motherboard only supports
M.2 PCIe SSDs. Be sure to verify the type of M.2 SSDs you want to use. Please note that an M.2 PCIe
SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the "Configuring a
RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array.
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BTB PLUG
M2P_SB
* Types of M.2 SSDs supported by each M.2 connector:
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M2P_SB
(Note 1) The connector is on the back of GC-Z690I BTB PLUG.
(Note 2) The connector is on the front of GC-Z690I BTB PLUG.
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(Note 1) (Note 2)
Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector
on GC-Z690I BTB PLUG.
Step 1:
Use a screwdriver to unfasten the screw on the heatsink and then remove
the heatsink.
Step 2:
M2A_CPU:
u T o use the M2A_CPU connector, you have to remove GC-Z690I BTB
Protective film A
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M2P_SB:
Remove protective films A and B.
M2A_CPU
Step 3:
Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M.2 SSD drive.
If needed, move the standoff to the desired mounting hole. Insert the M.2
SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Press the M.2 SSD down and then
use the included screw to secure it in the connector.
Step 4:
M2A_CPU:
Insert GC-Z690I BTB PLUG vertically into the BTB connectors and secure
it with the screw. Then screw the heatsink back on.
M2P_SB:
Screw the heatsink back on.
M.2 PCIe x4 SSD M.2 PCIe x2 SSD
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PLUG from the motherboard first. Use a screwdriver to remove the
screw from GC-Z690I BTB PLUG. Lift GC-Z690I BTB PLUG upwards
and remove it.
M.2 SATA SSD
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