Description
The Mini PCIe to M.2 Adapter for Raspberry Pi 5 is a high-performance expansion board engineered to bring lightning-fast M.2 NVMe SSD storage capabilities to your Raspberry Pi 5. Designed specifically for the Raspberry Pi 5B model, this adapter supports high-speed reading and writing via NVMe protocol, compatible with compact 2230 and 2242 size M.2 solid-state drives. It supports both PCIe Gen2 and Gen3 modes, allowing you to boot your Pi 5 directly from a high-speed SSD for dramatically faster load times and file transfers.
Note: As the Raspberry Pi requires specific configuration updates to support NVMe booting, the config text must be modified accordingly before use.
Key Features
- NVMe Protocol Support: Enables high-speed read and write operations using M.2 solid-state drives for maximum work efficiency.
- Flexible PCIe Modes: Supports both PCI-E x1 Gen2 and Gen3 operational modes to suit your performance and stability requirements.
- Dedicated Pi 5 Compatibility: Engineered exclusively for the Raspberry Pi 5B board architecture.
- Compact Drive Support: Fully compatible with M.2 solid-state drives in standard 2230 and 2242 form factors.
- Onboard Status Indicators: Features built-in working status lights—PWR stays solid red/on when powered, and ACT blinks dynamically during data read/write activity.
Benefits
- Lightning-Fast Booting & Storage: Bypasses slow Micro-SD card bottlenecks by allowing direct operating system booting and data storage on high-speed NVMe SSDs.
- Compact Low-Profile Design: Integrates neatly with your Raspberry Pi 5 setup without adding unnecessary bulk or complex wiring.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Onboard LED indicators give instant visual feedback on power status and disk drive activity.
- Enhanced Reliability: Solid-state storage offers vastly superior durability, lifespan, and data transfer speeds compared to traditional flash cards.
- Complete Mounting Kit: Includes the necessary 40mm flexible cable, pin headers, and screws pack for immediate installation.
Applications
- High-Speed Boot Drives: Transforming your Raspberry Pi 5 into a fast workstation by booting directly from a lightning-quick NVMe SSD.
- Home Media Servers & NAS: Building high-capacity, high-throughput network-attached storage or personal media streaming hubs.
- Heavy Database & IoT Workloads: Running intensive local databases, server applications, or Docker containers that require rapid read/write cycles.
- Advanced Development & Testing: Ideal for developers, engineers, and makers working on projects requiring fast data logging and heavy computing.
- Compact Mini-PC Builds: Creating a responsive, desktop-grade computing experience using a Raspberry Pi 5 housed in compatible cases.
Package Includes
- 1 x PCIe to M.2 Mini Adapter Board
- 1 x 16P Flexible Cable (40mm Length)
- 1 x (2×3) Pin Header
- 1 x Screws Pack
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Item Type | Mini PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD Adapter |
| Compatibility | Raspberry Pi 5 (Pi 5B only) |
| Supported SSD Sizes | M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230 and 2242 form factors |
| Bus Protocol | NVMe Protocol (PCI-E x1 Gen2 / Gen3 modes) |
| Key Features | SSD Boot Support, Onboard Power & Activity LED Indicators |
