- M.2 NVMe to PCIe X1 Adapter: This adapter allows you to convert a PCIe X1 slot on your motherboard into an M.2 Key M slot, enabling the installation of M.2 NVMe SSDs. - Efficient Slot Usage: By utilizing the available PCIe X1 slot, this adapter frees up your PCIe X16 slot for other high-bandwidth devices, optimizing your motherboard’s resources. - Bandwidth Consideration: Note that this adapter operates at PCIe X1 bandwidth, which limits maximum speeds compared to PCIe X4. Ideal for applications that do not require maximum speed. - High Capacity Support: Compatible with M.2 NVMe SSDs up to 4TB, this adapter supports various sizes (2230/2242/2260/2280) and PCIe standards (NVMe/AHCI) up to 4.0/3.0. Please note it does not support M.2 SATA SSDs. - OS Booting Capability: This adapter supports OS installation directly on the M.2 NVMe SSD, allowing you to configure BIOS/UEFI for booting. Be aware that some older motherboards may not support this feature, in which case the SSD can still be used for additional storage. Use Cases: 1. Upgrade your system’s storage capacity by adding a high-speed M.2 NVMe SSD without sacrificing your primary PCIe X16 slot. 2. Enhance gaming performance by installing an M.2 NVMe SSD for faster load times while maintaining other expansion cards in your system. 3. Utilize the adapter in a custom PC build to maximize storage options while maintaining an organized setup.