M.2 Key A.E. to PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Extension Cable

The M.2 Key A.E. to PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Extension Cable is an interface conversion solution designed to enable standard PCIe expansion card connectivity through M.2 Key A+E interfaces. This adapter cable transforms the limited PCIe lanes available in M.2 Key A+E slots into a full-size PCIe 3.0 x16 female connector, allowing installation of various expansion cards in systems that lack traditional PCIe slots. While the actual lane configuration is limited to what the host M.2 interface provides (typically x1 or x2 lanes), the physical x16 connector accommodates standard expansion cards. This solution is particularly valuable for compact systems, all-in-one computers, and specialized devices where space constraints prevent the inclusion of traditional PCIe slots but M.2 interfaces are available for expansion purposes.

Features

• M.2 Key A.E. Interface: Utilizes M.2 Key A+E slot for host connectivity
• PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Connector: Standard PCIe x16 slot for expansion cards
• PCIe 3.0 Compatibility: Supports available PCIe lanes at 8.0 GT/s data rates
• Flexible Configuration: Enables PCIe card usage in systems without traditional slots
• Universal Compatibility: Works with various PCIe 3.0 expansion cards
• Direct Connection: Simple interface conversion without additional components
• Cost-Effective Expansion: Provides PCIe functionality using available M.2 interfaces

Specifications

• Product Model: M.2 Key A.E. to PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Extension Cable
• Host Interface: M.2 Key A+E Male
• Target Interface: PCIe 3.0 x16 Female
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 8.0 GT/s per lane (bandwidth limited by available M.2 lanes)
• Supported Protocols: PCI Express 3.0
• Lane Configuration: PCIe x1 or x2 lanes (depending on host M.2 slot capability)
• Cable Type: Shielded flexible cable assembly
• Cable Length: 25cm, 35cm, 45cm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Power Delivery: Provides necessary power to connected PCIe devices
• Compatibility: Windows, Linux, macOS

Applications

• Compact System Expansion: Adding PCIe card functionality to small form factor computers
• All-in-One Computers: Expanding capabilities of integrated systems with M.2 interfaces
• Workstation Upgrades: Professional workstations requiring additional expansion options
• Custom PC Builds: Unique system configurations utilizing available M.2 interfaces
• Budget-Conscious Expansion: Cost-effective PCIe expansion using existing M.2 slots
• Prototype Development: Testing and validation of PCIe devices through alternative interfaces
• Embedded Systems: Industrial applications requiring PCIe expansion in constrained spaces
• Educational Projects: Learning about interface conversion and expansion technologies