Gigabyte Z690 AORUS ELITE STEALTH User Manual page 23

10) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2Q_SB/M2M_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)
There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. Be sure to verify which type of
M.2 SSDs is supported by the M.2 socket you want to use. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot
be used to create a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the
"Conguring a RAID Set" page o GIGABYTE's website or instructions on conguring a RAID array.
Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
Locate the M.2 connector where you will install the M.2 SSD, use a screwdriver to unfasten the screw on
the heatsink and then remove the heatsink. Remove the protective lm rom the thermal pad on the M.2
connector. (Only the M2A_CPU connector has the heatsink)
Step 2:
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.
Step 3:
Press the M.2 SSD down and then use the included screw
protective lm rom the bottom o the heatsink. Then replace the heatsink and secure it to the original hole.
* Types of M.2 SSDs supported by each M.2 connector:
M.2 PCIe x4 SSD
M2A_CPU
a
M2P_SB
a
M2Q_SB
a
M2M_SB
a
(Note) The actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
110 80 60
110 80 60
110 80 60
110 80 60
to secure it in the connector. Remove the
(Note)
M.2 PCIe x2 SSD M.2 SATA SSD
a
r
a
r
a
r
a a
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M2A_CPU
M2P_SB
M2Q_SB
M2M_SB