# StarTech.com M.2 NVMe SSD Adapter Card PEX4M2E1 | PCIe 3.0 x4 to M.2 M-Key/NGFF Adapter **Brand:** StarTech.com **SKU:** fge4044 **ASIN:** B01FU9JS94 **Canonical URL:** https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/startech-pcie-ssd-adapter-3-0-nvme-ahci-m-key-ngff-pex4m2e1/fge4044 **Category:** electronics **Subcategory:** Categories **Availability:** in_stock **Price (INR, all-inclusive):** ₹3,678 **Customer rating:** 4.60/5 from 783 ratings ## Description StarTech.com PEX4M2E1 M.2 NVMe SSD adapter card. Connects PCIe 3.0 x4 to M.2 M-Key/NGFF SSDs for ultra-fast data access. Supports 2242-22110 drives. Includes full and low-profile brackets for easy installation in any PC. Boosts system performance and storage. ## Highlights - Boost System Performance — Connect a PCIe M.2 SSD for ultra-fast data access, significantly improving boot times and application loading speeds. Supports NVMe and AHCI drives for maximum compatibility. - Broad PCIe Compatibility — Compatible with PCIe 3.0 motherboards and backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 and 1.0. Supports PCIe x8 and x16 slots for flexible installation in various systems. - Supports Multiple SSD Sizes — Accommodates PCIe M.2 SSDs in sizes 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of M.2 NVMe and AHCI drives. - Flexible Installation Options — Includes both full-profile and low-profile brackets, allowing seamless installation in standard desktop PCs and compact small form-factor computers. ## Key features - ENHANCE YOUR PERFORMANCE: Connect a PCIe M.2 SSD (M-Key / NGFF / NVMe or AHCI) to your computer through PCI Express for ultra-fast data access and to boost your system’s performance - BROAD COMPATIBILITY: This M2 PCIe SSD adapter is compatible with PCIe 3.0 motherboards, and backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 and PCIe 1.0. It also supports PCIe M.2 SSDs (NVMe and AHCI): 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110 drives for ultimate compatibility - HASSLE-FREE SETUP: With native OS support, this M 2 PCIe 3.0 x4 adapter is fast to install, ensuring an easy setup - Also compatible with PCIe x8 and x16 slots - FULL AND LOW PROFILE: This SSD PCIe M.2 adapter is equipped with a full-profile bracket, and includes a half-height/low-profile bracket for installation in small form-factor computers. - THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: IT professionals choice for over 30 years - This NVMe PCIe adapter card is backed for 2 years, including free 24/5 North America based multi-lingual assistance ## Why choose this product **Unlock Peak SSD Speeds** — StarTech.com's PEX4M2E1 adapter allows your high-speed PCIe M.2 NVMe SSD to perform at its best. Unlike standard SATA M.2 drives, PCIe NVMe SSDs offer significantly faster read/write speeds, crucial for demanding tasks like video editing, large file transfers, and gaming. This adapter ensures your SSD communicates directly with your system's PCIe 3.0 x4 lanes for maximum bandwidth, providing a substantial performance uplift over older storage interfaces. It's designed for IT professionals who need reliable, high-performance components. **Ideal For PC Upgrades & Builds** — This adapter is perfect for users looking to upgrade older PCs with the speed of NVMe SSDs or for building new systems where maximum storage performance is desired. It's especially useful for small form-factor builds where space is limited, thanks to the included low-profile bracket. While it offers broad compatibility with PCIe 3.0 and older slots, users with PCIe 4.0 slots will not see a speed advantage over PCIe 3.0, as the adapter itself is limited to PCIe 3.0 speeds. Ensure your M.2 SSD is M-Key and NVMe or AHCI compatible. ## How to use 1. Select the appropriate bracket (full-height or low-profile) and attach it to the adapter card. Ensure the M.2 SSD is compatible (M-Key, NVMe/AHCI) and has the correct size (2242, 2260, 2280, or 22110). — Prepare the Adapter 2. Carefully insert the M.2 SSD into the adapter's M.2 slot at an angle, then gently press it down and secure it with the provided screw. Avoid touching the gold contacts. — Install the M.2 SSD 3. Open your computer case, locate an available PCIe 3.0 x4 (or x8/x16) slot, and firmly insert the adapter card. Close the case and connect your PC's power supply. — Install the Adapter Card 4. Boot your computer and enter the BIOS/UEFI settings to ensure the new SSD is detected. Once the operating system boots, the drive should be recognized, and you can format it in Disk Management if it's a new drive. — Configure in BIOS/OS ## Product details | Field | Value | |---|---| | Hardware Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x4 | | Host Connector | PCI Express x4 | | Drive Connectors | 1x M.2 (M-Key, NVMe/AHCI/NGFF) | | Supported Drive Sizes | 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 | | Supported Protocols | NVMe, AHCI, NGFF | | Backward Compatible | PCIe 2.0, PCIe 1.0 | | Operating Systems | Native OS Support (Windows, macOS, Linux) | | Installation | Includes full-profile and low-profile brackets for standard and small form-factor PCs. | | Warranty | 2-Year Limited Warranty | | Brand | StarTech.com | | Model Number | PEX4E1 | | Part Number | PEX4M2E1 | | Color | Red | | Material | Metal | | Item Weight | 0.047 kg (0.10 lb) | | Package Weight | 0.12 kg (0.26 lb) | | Item Dimensions (L x W x H) | 5.3 in x 3.1 in x 0.2 in (13.46 cm x 7.87 cm x 0.51 cm) | | Package Dimensions (L x W x H) | 14.3 cm x 17.3 cm x 3.2 cm (5.6 in x 6.8 in x 1.3 in) | | Number of Items | 1 | | Country of Origin | Not stated by manufacturer — US retail version, sourced from authorized US retailers | ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the StarTech.com PEX4M2E1 adapter used for? The StarTech.com PEX4M2E1 adapter allows you to install a high-speed PCIe M.2 NVMe or AHCI SSD into a desktop computer that has an available PCIe 3.0 x4 slot. This significantly boosts your system's storage speed and overall performance. ### What types of M.2 SSDs does this adapter support? This adapter supports PCIe M.2 SSDs with an M-Key, including NVMe and AHCI protocols. It is compatible with common drive sizes such as 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110. ### Is this adapter compatible with older PCIe slots? Yes, the adapter is backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 and PCIe 1.0 motherboards, though performance will be limited by the older slot's speed. It also works in PCIe x8 and x16 slots. ### Can I install this adapter in a small form-factor PC? Absolutely. The adapter comes with both a full-profile bracket and a half-height/low-profile bracket, making it suitable for installation in both standard desktop cases and compact small form-factor computers. ### Does this adapter require any special drivers? No, this adapter offers native OS support, meaning it does not require special drivers for installation on most modern operating systems like Windows, macOS, and Linux. ### What is the warranty for this adapter? The StarTech.com PEX4M2E1 adapter is backed by a 2-year limited warranty from StarTech.com, providing peace of mind for IT professionals and PC builders. ## Compliance No product-specific compliance warnings identified. 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