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8) M2A_CPU/M2Q_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)
There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. This motherboard only supports
M.2 PCIe SSDs. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA
hard drive. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions
on configuring a RAID array.
M.2 EZ-Latch Click
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Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
•• M2A_CPU:
(Do not install an M.2 SSD that came with its own heatsink into the M2A_CPU connector.)
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For installing a single-sided M.2 SSD:
Step 1: Turn the M.2 EZ-Latch Click clip clockwise and remove the motherboard heatsink.
Step 2: Remove the protective film from the pre-installed thermal pad on the M.2 connector. Attach
the bundled thin thermal pad to the existing thermal pad, then insert the M.2 SSD into the
connector at an angle.
Step 3: Press down on the front end of the M.2 SSD
Bundled Thin Thermal Pad
Pre-installed M.2 Thermal Pad
and make sure the M.2 SSD is secured by
the clip. Remove the protective film from
the bottom of the motherboard heatsink,
and finally, turn the M.2 EZ-Latch Click clip
clockwise and then install the heatsink back
in place.
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For installing a double-sided, thick M.2 SSD:
Step 1: Turn the M.2 EZ-Latch Click clip clockwise and remove the motherboard heatsink.
Step 2: Remove the thermal pad from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and replace it with the
bundled thin M.2 thermal pad.
Step 3: Remove the protective film from the thermal pad
Thermal Pad
on the M.2 connector. Insert the M.2 SSD into the
M.2 connector at an angle.
Step 4: Press down on the front end of the M.2 SSD and
Motherboard Heatsink
make sure the M.2 SSD is secured by the clip.
Remove the protective film from the bottom of the
motherboard heatsink, and finally, turn the M.2
EZ-Latch Click clip clockwise and then install the heatsink back in place.
If you wish to replace the pre-installed thermal pad on the M.2 connector, it is recommended
to use one with a thickness of 1.25mm.
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Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on using M.2 EZ-Latch Click.
M.2 SSD installation with M.2 EZ-Latch Click: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/1048/M.2-EZ-Latch-Click.html
* Motherboard heatsink design may vary by model.
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