{"product_id":"raspberry-pi-5-pcie-to-m2-nvme-ssd-expansion-board-by-elecrow","title":"Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD Expansion Board by Elecrow","description":"\u003ch1\u003eElecrow Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD Expansion Board\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis board converts the Raspberry Pi 5’s PCIe interface into an M.2 M‑key slot, letting you connect a 2230 or 2242 NVMe SSD directly. Use it to boot the OS or as a high‑speed data drive, delivering sequential reads up to ~400 MB\/s—significantly faster than microSD or USB drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHost Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCIe Gen2 x1 (via 16‑pin FPC ribbon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM.2 Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM‑Key, supports NVMe PCIe 2230 \/ 2242 form factors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn‑board 3.3 V regulator, powered from Pi 5’s 5 V rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCB Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 mm × 30 mm (mounting holes match Pi 5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoot Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNVMe boot enabled via Raspberry Pi bootloader (config.txt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOS Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi OS (Bookworm), Ubuntu 24.04+, DietPi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Build With This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh‑speed NAS with OpenMediaVault, storing media and backups on NVMe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-pi-4-retro-gaming-console\"\u003eRetro‑gaming console that loads ROMs instantly from SSD\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEdge AI node storing large model files and datasets directly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesktop‑class Pi workstation with fast application launch and smooth multitasking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe board is designed exclusively for Raspberry Pi 5, using its dedicated PCIe FPC connector. It supplies 3.3 V directly to the M.2 slot via an on‑board regulator, avoiding voltage mismatches. Commonly paired SSDs include Samsung PM991, WD SN530, and Kingston NV2 in 2230 or 2242 lengths. Full NVMe boot requires a recent bootloader; enable it in raspi‑config or config.txt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the included 16‑pin FPC ribbon between the Pi 5’s PCIe header and the board’s input jack. Insert the SSD into the M.2 slot, secure it with the provided screw, and mount the board using the standoffs. The SSD may draw up to 2.5 A peak—ensure your Pi 5 power supply can deliver at least 5 V \/ 5 A if you plan to run additional peripherals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component is sourced from verified suppliers and tested for compatibility before listing. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. Ships from Bengaluru in 3-5 days. If defective on arrival, replace within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compatible with Raspberry Pi 4?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, this expansion board uses the PCIe FPC connector that is only present on Raspberry Pi 5. It will not work with Pi 4 or earlier models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I boot the Raspberry Pi 5 directly from the NVMe SSD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Update the bootloader via raspi‑config or add “dtparam=nvme” to \/boot\/config.txt. After rebooting, the Pi will detect and boot from the NVMe drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the board support SATA M.2 SSDs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The M‑key slot and PCIe interface only support NVMe (PCIe) SSDs. SATA‑based M.2 drives are physically compatible with the connector but will not be detected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compoden-handoff\" style=\"margin-top:24px;padding:16px;background:#f0f4ff;border-left:4px solid #2B4D8F;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#1A3560;\"\u003e📦 Free Setup Handoff Document Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;color:#333;\"\u003eEvery Compoden order includes a free setup handoff document — step-by-step instructions to get your component working within minutes. Download it via QR code on your package. 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