Ugreen M.2 NVMe to PCI-E 3.0 4 Expansion Card (UG- 20161)

Storage Expansion Solution

The UG-20161 enables seamless integration of M.2 NVMe SSDs into desktop systems through a PCI-Express 3.0 interface. This expansion card supports both 2280 and 2260 form factor drives, providing flexibility for various storage configurations.

Thermal Management

The expansion card incorporates an aluminum heatsink with thermal pads, maintaining optimal operating temperatures under heavy workloads. Additionally, the integrated cooling solution helps prevent thermal throttling, ensuring consistent performance during data-intensive tasks.

Interface Architecture

The UG-20161 utilizes PCIe 3.0 x4 lanes, delivering bandwidth up to 32 Gb/s for compatible NVMe drives. Furthermore, the card maintains backward compatibility with PCIe 2.0 systems while supporting the latest NVMe protocol specifications.

Ideal Users

• Content Creators: The high bandwidth and thermal management make it suitable for users working with large media files requiring fast data access.
• System Builders: With support for multiple M.2 form factors, this card serves enthusiasts looking to add NVMe storage to older systems.
• Data Professionals: The reliable PCIe 3.0 interface makes it practical for users requiring consistent storage performance for database operations.

Technical Specifications

Interface

• Host Interface: PCI-Express 3.0 x4
• Storage Interface: M.2 (M-Key)
• Protocol Support: NVMe 1.3
• Transfer Speed: Up to 32 Gb/s

Drive Compatibility

• Form Factors: M.2 2280, 2260
• Interface Type: PCIe x4 M.2 NVMe
• Maximum Capacity: Up to 2TB

Thermal Design

• Heatsink Material: Aluminum
• Thermal Pad: Pre-applied
• Operating Temperature: 0-70°C

Physical Specifications

• Card Dimensions: 120 x 22 x 120mm
• PCB Layers: 4-layer design
• Bracket: Standard and low-profile included
• Weight: 95g

The UG-20161 represents a practical solution for users seeking to expand their system’s storage capabilities. Through its combination of PCIe 3.0 performance and efficient thermal management, this expansion card delivers reliable NVMe storage integration across various use cases.