M.2 Modules

M.2 is a new, more flexible alternative to PCI Express Mini Cards (mPCIe) for use as a multi-purpose small-form-factor embedded computer expansion bus. Designed for versatility, M.2 supports both smaller and larger footprints than mPCIe, and consumes less power, making it a perfect choice for a variety of embedded applications.

 

M.2 is versatile and supports a wide variety of M.2 cards. M.2 cards can be configured with different hardware and functionality within the M.2 platform to suit the individual needs of the system and provide an array of configuration options for the user. While physical size is the easiest observable way to distinguish the difference between cards, the M.2 standard uses a numerical naming convention to identify the specific attributes and functionality of the card.

The below numerical naming convention is used to define the size and functionality of the card, here’s how to distinguish …

Most of our products follows the TYPE 2280-D3-B-M footprint, with a break-away to convert to TYPE 2260-D3-B-M.

Various categories of M.2 products are listed below …