M.2

What is M.2?

M.2 is a small form factor specification for solid state drives (SSDs) and other computer expansion cards.

It is designed to replace older interfaces such as mSATA and Mini-PCIe. M.2 drives are typically smaller and faster than traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) and SATA-based SSDs. M.2 drives are available in different sizes and types, including SATA-based M.2 drives and NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) M.2 drives. NVMe M.2 drives are faster and more expensive than SATA-based M.2 drives, and are designed to take advantage of PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) technology for even faster data transfer speeds. M.2 drives are commonly used in laptops and small form factor desktops due to their small size and high performance. They can also be used in larger desktops with M.2 slots on the motherboard. M.2 drives are easy to install and are typically held in place with a screw or clip. Overall, M.2 drives provide a faster and more efficient way to store and access data than traditional HDDs and SATA-based SSDs.