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M.2 Sockets M.2_1~2, Strix Z270i Gaming M.2socket3

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Chapter 1 7. M.2 sockets (M.2_1~2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. M.2_1(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3) 2280 2260 STRIX Z270I GAMING M.2(SOCKET3) (Bottom) • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA M Key design and type 2242/2260/ 2280 SATA storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe storage devices. • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • For a 2242 storage device, use the bundled 2242 mounting kit. 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 STRIX Z270I GAMING 1-15

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ASUS STRIX Z270I GAMING
1-15
Chapter 1
7.
M.2 sockets (M.2_1~2)
These sockets allow you to install
M.2 SSD modules.
M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA M Key design and type 2242/2260/
2280 SATA storage devices.
M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe
storage devices.
The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.
For a 2242 storage device, use the bundled 2242 mounting kit.
STRIX Z270I GAMING M.2(SOCKET3)
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.