StarTech.com 2M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE hard drive bay panel Common bus board

Use an available PCIe x8 or higher expansion slot to create two removable M.2 NVMe drive bays

Use an available PCIe x8 expansion slot to install, remove, or swap M.2 PCIe SSDs. Supports 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs with high-performance read/write speeds of up to 64 Gbps per drive.

Toolless Installation

Toolless installation allows you to place an M.2 drive in the drive tray or insert it into the drive bay without the need for tools. It features a power/activity LED indicator, a latching drive tray, and a lockable installation with two included keys.

Effective Expansion

Provide fast external access to internal M.2 NVMe drives without the need for external enclosures or adapters, which can affect performance. With no chipsets or adapters, the drives maintain full performance of up to 64 Gbps per drive. The ability to quickly remove drives is ideal for maintenance, replacement, or upgrading of M.2 drives. Additional drive trays, TR-M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE, are sold separately.

Reliable Performance

The vented stainless steel frame, bracket, and tray with thermal pads, along with an aluminum cover and active cooling fans, help dissipate heat to ensure drives stay cool during operation. Anti-vibration springs in the drive tray reduce shock or vibration, and an optional screw provides additional stability.

Simultaneous Access to Two M.2 PCIe SSDs

No onboard chip means you don't need drivers or software, and it is compatible with any operating system, including Windows and Linux. The M.2 backplane works with PCI Express 4.0/3.0 motherboards that support PCIe bifurcation and have an available x8 or x16 slot.

Note: This product does not support M.2 SATA drives.

Note: PCIe bifurcation is required to read and write to multiple drives.

StarTech 2-Bay Removable Mobile Rack for M.2 NVMe SSD to PCIe x8 - Requires Bifurcation - Hot-Swap

• DUAL REMOVABLE M.2 DRIVE BAYS: Supports 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 M-Key M.2 NVMe SSDs - Additional drive trays are sold separately (TR-M2-REMOVABLE-PCIE)
• TOOLLESS INSTALLATION: Install an M.2 drive in the tray or insert the tray into the drive bay without tools - LED indicator - Latching mechanism - Can be locked for secure installation (includes 2 keys)
• EFFECTIVE EXPANSION: Fast external access to internal M.2 NVMe drives without the need for external enclosures or adapters - Maintains full drive performance of up to 64Gbps per drive - Ideal for servicing or upgrading M.2 drives
• RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: Vented stainless steel frame, bracket, and tray with thermal pads, along with an aluminum cover and active fans, help dissipate heat - Anti-vibration tray springs reduce vibration
• COMPATIBILITY: No drivers or software required and works with any OS - Compatible with PCI Express 4.0/3.0 motherboards with PCIe bifurcation and an available x8 or x16 slot - Requires PCIe bifurcation - Does not support M.2 SATA drives