StarTech.com PEX4SFF8643 Quick Start Manual

Quick-start guide
x4 PCI Express to SFF-8643 Adapter for PCIe Based U.2 SSD
PEX4SFF8643
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Introduction
The PEX4SFF8643 converts SFF-8643 to PCI Express® for use with
PCIe SSDs, which enables you to use PCIe to connect a high-
performance PCIe based U.2 SSD to your computer.
The adapter can be mounted in both low-profile and full-profile
computer systems.
Product diagram
PCIe x4
connector
Package contents
• 1 x x4 PCI Express to SFF-8643 adapter
• 1 x low-profile bracket
• 1 x full-profile bracket (installed)
• 1 x quick-start guide
System requirements
• Computer enabled with PCI Express and an available PCIe x4, x8, or
x16 slot
• Phillips head screwdriver
For the latest information, technical specifications, and support for
this product, please visit www.startech.com/PEX4SFF8643.
Mounting bracket
(full-profile pictured)
Bracket screws
LED posts
SFF-8643 connector
*actual product may vary from photos
The PEX4SFF8643 is OS independent and doesn't require any
additional drivers or software.
System requirements are subject to change. For the latest
requirements, please visit www.startech.com/PEX4SFF8643.
Note: To determine if the drive and motherboard that you're using
are compatible, consult the technical specifications that came with
the drive and motherboard.
Install the low-profile bracket
The PEX4SFF8643 can be mounted in both low-profile and
full-profile computer systems. The full-profile bracket comes
preinstalled in the adapter but you can install the low-profile bracket
instead.
1. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two bracket screws
from the PEX4SFF8643.
2. Remove the full-profile bracket from the adapter.
3. Line up the low-profile bracket with the bracket holes on the back
of the adapter.
4. Insert the two bracket screws that you removed in step 1 and
tighten them in place.
Install the adapter in a computer
Warning! PC components can be severely damaged by static
electricity. If an anti-static strap isn't available, discharge any built-
up static electricity by touching a large, grounded metal surface for
several seconds.
1. Turn off your computer and any devices or peripherals that are
connected to it (for example, printers, external storage, and so
on).
2. Unplug the power cable from the back of your computer.
3. Disconnect any peripheral devices that are connected to your
computer.
4. Open your computer case. For more information about how to
properly do this, consult the documentation that came with
your computer system.
5. Locate an open PCIe slot and remove the corresponding metal
cover plate from the back of your computer case. Consult the
documentation that came with your computer for details about
how to do this safely. This card works in PCIe slots of x4, x8, or
x16 lanes.
6. Gently insert the card into the open PCIe slot and use a
computer case screw (not included) to fasten the bracket to the
back of the case.
7. Connect the card to the drive.
8. Place the cover back onto your computer case.
9. Reconnect the power cable to the back of your computer and
all of the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3.
10. Turn on your computer.
Manual Revision: 04/08/2016