StarTech.com M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1 Quick Start Manual

M.2 NVMe SSD Bay for PCIe x4 Expansion Slot
Product ID
M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1
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Component
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Full-Profile Bracket
2 Bracket Mounting Screws
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M.2 Drive Tray
4 PCIe x4 Connector
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Function
Secure the M.2 to PCIe Adapter to the Computer
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Case
Secure the Full/Low Profile Bracket to the M.2 to
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PCIe Adapter
Hosts the M.2 Drive for the M.2 to PCIe Adapter
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Connect the PCIe to M.2 to PCIe Adapter to a
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PCIe Slot in the Computer
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Key Lock for Drive Tray
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Drive LED Indicator
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Requirements
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Package Contents
M.2 to PCIe Adapter x 1
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Low-Profile Bracket x 1
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M.2 Drive Tray x 1
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Quick-Start Guide x 1
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Installation
Warning: PCIe Cards can be damaged by static electricity. Ensure that the Installer
is properly grounded before they open the Computer Case or touch the M.2 to PCIe
Adapter. The Installer should wear an Anti-Static Strap when installing any computer
component. If an Anti-Static Strap is not available, discharge any built-up static
electricity by touching a large Grounded Metal Surface for several seconds. Only
handle the M.2 to PCIe Adapter by its edges and do not touch the gold connectors.
(Optional) Installing the Low Profile Bracket
Note: By default the Full Profile Bracket is attached to the M.2 to PCIe Adapter .
Depending on the system configuration the Full Profile Bracket may need to be
removed and replaced with the Low Profile Bracket (included).
Using a Small Phillips Head Screwdriver, remove the two Bracket Screws securing
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the Full Profile Bracket to the M.2 to PCIe Adapter . Set the Bracket Screws aside
as they will be used to attach the Low Profile Bracket.
Align the Screw Holes on the M.2 to PCIe Adapter with the Screw Holes on the
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Low Profile Bracket ensuring the M.2 to PCIe Adapter is sitting on-top of the
Screw Holes on the Low Profile Bracket.
Insert the Bracket Screws through the M.2 to PCIe Adapter and into the Screw
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Holes on the Low Profile Bracket.
Using the Small Phillips Head Screwdriver, tighten the Bracket Screws, being
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careful not to over-tighten them.
Quick-Start Guide
Use the included Key to Lock or Unlock the M.2
Drive Tray from the M.2 to PCIe Adapter
Red: Connected Drive is Not Supported
Green: Connected Drive is Supported
Yellow: Flashes to indicate Drive Activity
Manual Revision: May 16, 2023 4:31 PM