StarTech.com PEX4SFF8639U3 Quick Start Manual

U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) to PCIe 4.0 x4 Host Adapter for 2.5" U.3 NVMe SSDs
Product ID
PEX4SFF8639U3
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Component
1 LED Jumper Pins
U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) Drive
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Connector
3 Drive Mounting Holes
4 PCIe x4 Connector
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Function
Connect LED Lights to the U.3 to PCIe x4
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Adapter to show Drive power/activity
LED Lights not included
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Connect a U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) Storage Device to
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the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter
Secure the U.3 Storage Device to the U.3 to PCIe
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x4 Adapter
Connect the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter to the PCIe
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Slot in a Computer
Requirements
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Package Contents
U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter x 1
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Drive Mounting Screws x 4
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Quick-Start Guide x 1
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Installation
Connect an SSD to the Drive Adapter
Warning! Drives should be handled carefully, especially when being transported.
If not handled with care, lost or corrupted data may be experienced. Ensure that the
Installer is properly grounded before opening the Computer Case or touching the U.3
to PCIe x4 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 U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter by its edges and do not touch the
gold connectors.
1. Carefully slide the SSD into the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter and connect it to the U.3
(SFF-TA-1001) Connector on the card.
2. Turn over the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter.
3. Use a Phillips Screwdriver and insert the four Drive Mounting Screws through
the Drive Mounting Holes on the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter and into the SSD.
Tighten the Screws to secure the drive to the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter.
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Installing the Drive Adapter
Turn off the Computer and any connected Devices or Peripherals (such as
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printers and external storage).
2. Unplug the Power Cable from the back of the Computer.
3. Disconnect any Peripheral Devices connected to the Computer.
4. Open the Computer Case, referring to the documentation that came with the
computer system for guidance.
Quick-Start Guide
Manual Revision: February 22, 2023 1:29 PM