M 2 Slots Types. But cards with a b m key design can fit in either a b or an m host slot since they have gaps for both. The m 2 form factor formerly known as the next generation form factor or ngff is a more modern type of internally mounted expansion card that replaces the previous msata mini sata standard.
One with a b key and one with a m key. Common lengths for m 2 drives and mounting right now are 30mm 2230 42mm 2242 60mm 2260 80mm 2280 and 110mm 22110. Check your laptop or motherboard specification to see which one is supported.
The m 2 form factor formerly known as the next generation form factor or ngff is a more modern type of internally mounted expansion card that replaces the previous msata mini sata standard.
Unlike standard hdds and ssds m 2 drives aren t connected to a motherboard via a cable they re instead plugged directly into the motherboard using a dedicated m 2 connector slot. M 2 to pci e x4 adapter that can take multiple lengths of drives. But cards with a b m key design can fit in either a b or an m host slot since they have gaps for both. 6 the m 2 standard allows module widths of 12 16 22 and 30 mm and lengths of 16 26 30 38 42 60 80 and 110 mm.