User Guide
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1
11. M.2 (Socket 3)
This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module.
• This socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2260/2280 PCIe storage
devices.
• This socket supports PCIe mode only.
• When M.2 is in use, U.2 will be disabled, and when U.2 is in use, M.2 will be disabled.
• When using a 28-lane CPU, only X550 ports will be enabled. M.2 and U.2 ports will be
disabled.
• The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately.
12. U.2 connector (U.2)
This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM
Express storage.