Alternate color or configuration shown StarTech.com M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1 interface cards/adapter Internal M.2 StarTech.com M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1. Host interface: PCIe, Output interface: M.2, Expansion card standard: PCIe 4.0. Product color: Black, Silver, Purpose: PC, Mean time between failures (MTBF): 10000 h. Data transfer rate (max): 64 Gbit/s. Width: 4.72" (120 mm), Depth: 6.57" (167 mm), Height: 0.748" (19 mm). Package width: 5.94" (151 mm), Package depth: 9.06" (230 mm), Package height: 1.81" (46 mm) Manufacturer: StarTech.com SKU: 8821841 Manufacturer part number: M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE-N1 GTIN: 0065030898997 $122.99 Qty: Add to cart Custom wishlist OK Add to wishlist Add to compare list Email a friend Install into a PCIe x 4 (and up) expansion slot to add a removable and lockable M.2 NVMe drive tray (drive not included)Utilize an available PCIe 4.0 x4 expansion slot for the installation, removal, or interchange of PCIe M.2 SSDs. The drive tray accommodates M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 sizes.Toolless InstallationInstall an M.2 drive into the drive tray and insert the tray into the drive bay, without the need for tools. The drive tray features a power/activity LED indicator to monitor drive status. A latching mechanism with optional lock (2 keys included) deters the theft of mission-critical data storage devices.Optimal PerformanceThe vented stainless-steel frame and tray with thermal pads aids heat dissipation, ensuring optimal and reliable performance while reducing potential thermal throttling. Anti-vibration springs on the drive tray reduce impact during installation and enhance the overall stability and longevity of the drive. A low-profile bracket is included for small form-factor systems.Hot-SwappableAdditional drive trays (TR-M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE, sold separately) provide flexibility and convenience when managing multiple M.2 drives. NVMe PCIe hot swap support is dependent on the motherboard. Verify hot swap support with the manufacturer of the motherboard, and for instructions regarding how to enable this feature.The StarTech.com Advantage REMOVABLE M.2 DRIVE BAY: Use an available PCIe 4.0 x4 expansion slot to install, remove, or swap PCIe M.2 SSDs (NVMe or AHCI); Supports 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs; Capable of reaching high-performance read/write speeds up to 64GbpsTOOLLESS INSTALLATION: Install an M.2 drive into the drive tray or insert the tray into the drive bay without the need for tools; Power/Activity LED indicator; Drive tray features a latching mechanism and is lockable for secure installation (2 keys incl.)OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE: Vented stainless steel frame, bracket, and tray with thermal pads and aluminum cover aid heat dissipation; Anti-vibration springs on the drive tray reduce shock or vibrations; Optional screw for stability; Incl. Low-profile bracketCOMPATIBILITY: No drivers or software required and works on any operating system including Windows, Windows Server, Linux; Supports PCI Express 4.0 and 3.0 motherboards with an available x4, x8, or x16 slot; Not compatible with M.2 SATA drivesHOT SWAP: Additional drive trays (TR-M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE, sold separately, coming soon) offer flexibility/convenience when working with multiple drives; PCIe hot swap support is dependent on the motherboard, check with the manufacturer to confirm support Overview Specifications Contact Us Install into a PCIe x 4 (and up) expansion slot to add a removable and lockable M.2 NVMe drive tray (drive not included)Utilize an available PCIe 4.0 x4 expansion slot for the installation, removal, or interchange of PCIe M.2 SSDs. The drive tray accommodates M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 sizes.Toolless InstallationInstall an M.2 drive into the drive tray and insert the tray into the drive bay, without the need for tools. The drive tray features a power/activity LED indicator to monitor drive status. A latching mechanism with optional lock (2 keys included) deters the theft of mission-critical data storage devices.Optimal PerformanceThe vented stainless-steel frame and tray with thermal pads aids heat dissipation, ensuring optimal and reliable performance while reducing potential thermal throttling. Anti-vibration springs on the drive tray reduce impact during installation and enhance the overall stability and longevity of the drive. A low-profile bracket is included for small form-factor systems.Hot-SwappableAdditional drive trays (TR-M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE, sold separately) provide flexibility and convenience when managing multiple M.2 drives. NVMe PCIe hot swap support is dependent on the motherboard. Verify hot swap support with the manufacturer of the motherboard, and for instructions regarding how to enable this feature.The StarTech.com Advantage REMOVABLE M.2 DRIVE BAY: Use an available PCIe 4.0 x4 expansion slot to install, remove, or swap PCIe M.2 SSDs (NVMe or AHCI); Supports 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs; Capable of reaching high-performance read/write speeds up to 64GbpsTOOLLESS INSTALLATION: Install an M.2 drive into the drive tray or insert the tray into the drive bay without the need for tools; Power/Activity LED indicator; Drive tray features a latching mechanism and is lockable for secure installation (2 keys incl.)OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE: Vented stainless steel frame, bracket, and tray with thermal pads and aluminum cover aid heat dissipation; Anti-vibration springs on the drive tray reduce shock or vibrations; Optional screw for stability; Incl. Low-profile bracketCOMPATIBILITY: No drivers or software required and works on any operating system including Windows, Windows Server, Linux; Supports PCI Express 4.0 and 3.0 motherboards with an available x4, x8, or x16 slot; Not compatible with M.2 SATA drivesHOT SWAP: Additional drive trays (TR-M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE, sold separately, coming soon) offer flexibility/convenience when working with multiple drives; PCIe hot swap support is dependent on the motherboard, check with the manufacturer to confirm support Products specifications Attribute name Attribute value Width 4.72" Depth 6.57" Height 0.748" Weight 2.29 oz Quick installation guide Yes Expansion card standard PCIe 4.0 Master (outer) case length 19.1" Master (outer) case width 12.8" Master (outer) case height 10.6" Technical details Product color Black, Silver Sustainability certificates RoHS Sustainability compliance Yes Packaging data Package depth 9.06" Package weight 7.58 oz Package width 5.94" Package height 1.81" Mounting brackets included Yes Ports & interfaces Output interface M.2 Host interface PCIe Design Internal Yes Operational conditions Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 65 °C Storage temperature (T-T) -35 - 70 °C Operating relative humidity (H-H) 0 - 90 % Features Data transfer rate (max) 64 Gbit/s Mean time between failures (MTBF) 10000 h Hot-swap Yes Plug and Play Yes LED indicators Yes Purpose PC S.M.A.R.T. support Yes TRIM support Yes Logistics data Quantity per master (outer) case 20 pc(s)