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M.2 sockets M.2_1; M.2_2, To install a 2242 M.2 SSD module - bios update

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Chapter 1 10. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. M.2_1(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3) 2280 2260 ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING M.2(SOCKET3)s (Bottom) • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe storage devices. • These sockets support IRST (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology). • These sockets support Intel® Optane Memory Ready. Intel® Optane Technology only supported when using 8th Generation Intel® Processors. Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. To install a 2242 M.2 SSD module: 1. Align the bigger hole on the mounting kit with the 2260 standoff and secure it with a screw. 2. Install the 2242 M.2 SSD module to the M.2 socket. 3. Secure the M.2 SSD module to the M.2 socket with a 3 screw. 2 1 • For a 2242 storage device, use the bundled 2242 mounting kit. • Before installing a 2242 M.2 SSD module, ensure that the mounting kit is properly installed with the bigger screw hole on the 2260 standoff. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 1-17

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ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING
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Chapter 1
10.
M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2)
These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules.
•
M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 /
2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices.
•
M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe
storage devices.
•
These sockets support IRST (Intel
®
Rapid Storage Technology).
•
These sockets support Intel
®
Optane Memory Ready. Intel
®
Optane Technology only
supported when using 8th Generation Intel
®
Processors. Before using Intel
®
Optane
memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS
to the latest version from ASUS support website.
The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.
ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING M.2(SOCKET3)s
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
(Bottom)
2280
2260
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
•
For a 2242 storage device, use the bundled 2242 mounting kit.
•
Before installing a 2242 M.2 SSD module, ensure that the mounting kit is properly
installed with the bigger screw hole on the 2260 standoff.
2
3
1
To install a 2242 M.2 SSD module:
1.
Align the bigger hole on the mounting kit with the 2260
standoff and secure it with a screw.
2.
Install the 2242 M.2 SSD module to the M.2 socket.
3.
Secure the M.2 SSD module to the M.2 socket with a
screw.