Expansion Slots; Installing The M.2 Module - DFI ED700-EHL User Manual

X Expansion Slots

Installing the M.2 Module

Before installing the M.2 module into the M.2 socket, please make sure that the following
safety cautions are well-attended.
1. Make sure the PC and all other peripheral devices connected to it has been powered
down.
2. Disconnect all power cords and cables.
3. Locate the M.2 socket on the system board
4. Make sure the notch on card is aligned to the key on the socket.
5. Make sure the standoff screw is removed from the standoff.
M.2 B-Key 3042/3052
(PCIe/USB)
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M.2 M-key 2280
(SATA/USB)
M.2 E-Key 2230
(PCIe/USB)
M.2 Module
Please follow the steps below to install the card into the socket.
Stand-off
Notch
M.2 Module
Step 1:
Insert the card into the socket at an angle while making sure the notch and key are perfectly
aligned.
Stand-off
Notch
M.2 Module M.2 Socket
Stand-off
Notch Key
Step 2:
Press the end of the card far from the socket down until against the stand-off.
Step 3:
Screw tight the card onto the stand-off with a screw driver and a stand-off screw until the gap
between the card and the stand-off closes up. The card should be lying parallel to the board
when it's correctly mounted.
Chapter 2
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
M.2 Module
M.2 Socket Stand-off
Notch
Key
M.2 Socket
Key
M.2 Socket
Key
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