StarTech M.2 PCI Express SSD Adapter x4 PCI Express 3.0 NVMe AHCI NGFF M-Key Expansion Card With Low And Full Profile Brackets Model PEX4M2E1
Why you'll like it
- Blazing-Fast Storage Speeds — Connects an M-Key M.2 NVMe or AHCI solid-state drive through a PCI Express x4 slot to maximize data throughput and minimize boot times.
- Versatile Drive Form Factors — Accommodates multiple drive lengths including twenty-two forty-two, twenty-two sixty, twenty-two eighty, and twenty-two one-hundred-ten millimeter configurations for maximum hardware flexibility.
- Flexible System Integration — Features a standard pre-installed bracket along with an included low-profile bracket to ensure a perfect fit in both compact and full-sized desktop computer cases.
- Effortless Driverless Setup — Offers native operating system support and complete OS independence for a rapid, hassle-free installation process without downloading extra software.
Product details
Description
Upgrade your desktop computer or server system performance with the StarTech M.2 PCI Express SSD Adapter. This high-performance expansion card allows you to add an ultra-fast M.2 NVMe or AHCI solid-state drive directly into an available x4, x8, or x16 PCI Express slot on your motherboard.
Designed for tech enthusiasts, professional content creators, and IT administrators, this adapter card provides an efficient way to boost data transfer speeds and expand your internal storage capacity without upgrading the entire system. It natively supports various drive lengths including twenty-two forty-two, twenty-two sixty, twenty-two eighty, and twenty-two one-hundred-ten millimeter form factors, offering exceptional flexibility for various drive upgrades.
The design features a vented bracket and passive cooling architecture to keep your high-speed drive running smoothly under heavy workloads. With complete operating system independence and native driver support, installation is seamless and straightforward on modern computer systems.
How to use
- Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable.
- Open the computer case to access the motherboard expansion slots.
- Align your compatible M.2 NVMe or AHCI solid-state drive with the M-Key slot on the adapter card, insert it at a slight angle, and secure it firmly using the provided mounting screw.
- Choose either the full-profile or low-profile bracket depending on your computer case type and secure it to the card.
- Insert the fully assembled adapter card firmly into an available PCI Express x4, x8, or x16 slot on your motherboard.
- Secure the bracket to the case chassis, close the computer case, reconnect the power, and boot up your system.
Ingredients
Fiberglass Printed Circuit Board, Aluminum Brackets, Gold-Plated Contacts, Surface-Mount Electronic Components
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | StarTech.com |
|---|---|
| UPC | 065030865043 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
Can I use a PCIe 3.0 NVMe in a 4.0 slot?
Yes, PCI Express interfaces are backwards and forwards compatible. A PCI Express 3.0 card will function perfectly within a PCI Express 4.0 slot, though it will operate at the maximum transfer speeds dictated by the generation 3.0 standard.
Does this adapter card support SATA-based M.2 solid-state drives?
No, this specific adapter card is exclusively engineered for PCI Express M-Key drives using NVMe or AHCI protocols. SATA-based M.2 drives use a different key configuration and are not electronically compatible with this expansion card.
Are separate software drivers required for this adapter during installation?
No, this storage adapter card is completely operating system independent. It features native operating system support, meaning modern systems will recognize the expansion hardware automatically without requiring any manual driver downloads.
Is this StarTech expansion adapter an authentic import available for Indian customers?
Yes, this product is a genuine USA-imported item sourced directly from authentic suppliers. Dropy India ensures that Indian consumers receive 100% original international tech hardware delivered straight to their doorstep with verified tracking.
Does the adapter card include both mounting options for thin-profile desktop cases?
Yes, the packaging includes both full-profile and low-profile expansion brackets. This ensures you can easily install the adapter card into small form factor computer builds as well as standard full-sized tower desktops.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.