M.2 SSDs slide into a keyed M.2 slot on the motherboard. The edge connector supplies both data pathways (PCIe or SATA) and the 3.3-V power they need, so no separate SATA power or data cables are required. Because they are solid-state, they have no rotational speed (RPM), and they are not optical drives.
Ask Bash
Bash is our AI bot, trained to help you pass your exam. AI Generated Content may display inaccurate information, always double-check anything important.
What is an M.2 drive and how is it different from SATA drives?
Open an interactive chat with Bash
What benefits does an M.2 connection provide?
Open an interactive chat with Bash
What types of M.2 drives are available and how do they differ?