Axagon PCIe 2x NVMe M.2 Controller Card PCEM2-ND
The PCI-Express AXAGON PCEM2-ND controller allows you to connect two M.2 SSD drives to a desktop computer and also supports RAID functionality. Its high-quality construction, compact size, and well-thought-out design make the adapter an ideal choice for upgrading a desktop computer that lacks an M.2 slot. It can also be used when there are not enough M.2 slots available.
The adapter is universal—compatible with any motherboard and works on motherboards without PCI-Express Bifurcation support. This unique functionality is provided by a quality Asmedia chip. Thanks to the PCI-Express 3.0 interface compatible with x8 and x16 slots, maximum data transfer rates of up to 4000 MB/s (4 GB/s) can be achieved.
The adapter supports the use of NVMe (PCI-Express) M.2 SSDs, both single-sided and double-sided. There is no limitation on SSD capacity, and M.2 cards up to 22 x 110 mm can be used. When using shorter drives than 22110, the back of the card can be detached to fit into smaller spaces. The package also includes a low profile bracket for installation in low profile cases. The M.2 controller card also has an integrated PCI-Express slot lock for better grip in the PCIe slot. The lock can be easily broken off if needed.
The PCIe adapter supports SW RAID, which can be created using suitable software or integrated OS tools. By setting up RAID 1, you can achieve effective data protection through mirroring.
The chip is cooled by a powerful passive heatsink. Heatsinks up to 22 mm wide can be used to cool M.2 drives—AXAGON M.2 heatsinks CLR-M2L3, CLR-M2L6, and CLR-M2L10 are suitable. LED indicators show connection or data transfer in the M.2 slot. Installation is fully automatic and easy for everyone.
Input:
PCI-Express 3.0 interface, compatible with PCI-Express: 4.0 / 3.0 / 2.1 / 2.0 / 1.1 / 1.0a.
Number of lanes: 8-Lane, compatible with x8 / x16 PCIe slots.
Output:
2x NGFF 75-pin M-key slot for installing an NVMe (PCI-Express) M.2 SSD.
Other features:
Full Plug and Play support.
Simultaneous operation of both drives even on motherboards without PCIe Bifurcation support.
Supports M.2 drives in sizes 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110 mm.
The detachable back of the card allows use in small spaces—in this case, a 22110 drive cannot be mounted.
Supports M key or B+M key NVMe (PCI-Express) M.2 SSDs with no maximum capacity limit.
Supports both single-sided and double-sided M.2 drives.
Supports booting from an SSD.
The actual box bandwidth/transfer rate is around 3500 MB/s (3.5 GB/s), determined by the limits of the PCI-Express 3.0 interface.
RAID SW support—enables software RAID creation using suitable software or operating system tools.
Integrated PCI-E slot lock for better card grip—can be broken off if necessary.
Possibility to mount heatsinks on drives in both slots. Maximum heatsink width is 22 mm—compatible with AXAGON CLR-M2L3, CLR-M2L6, and CLR-M2L10 heatsinks.
No driver installation required.
Powered directly from the PCI-Express bus; no external power supply required.
Dual LED indicators show connection or data transfer in M.2 slots.
Dimensions: 180 x 64 x 20 mm.
Weight: 75 g.
Supported operating systems:
MS Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11 and later, Windows Server 2008 R2 / 2012 / 2016 / 2019 / 2022 and later (all 32- and 64-bit versions of Windows supported), and Linux with kernel 2.6.31 and higher.
Note: For Windows 7, please check OS support and driver availability with the M.2 SSD manufacturer.
Package contains:
PCI-Express adapter with a standard bracket,
low profile bracket,
mounting hardware,
printed installation manual in CZ / DE / DK / ENG / ESP / FIN / FR / GR / HR / HU / IT / NL / PL / PT / RO / RU / SK / SWE / TR / BG / CN / ARA,
packaged in cardboard.