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

The M.2 Key A.E. to PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Down R/A Extension Cable is a specialized interface conversion solution designed to enable PCIe expansion card connectivity through M.2 Key A+E interfaces with a downward-facing orientation. This adapter cable converts the limited PCIe lanes available in M.2 Key A+E slots into a standard PCIe 3.0 x16 female connector with a down right-angle configuration. The downward-facing orientation is particularly useful for specific chassis layouts where traditional card orientation would cause clearance issues or where optimal airflow management requires downward-facing cards. While the actual lane configuration is limited to what the host M.2 interface provides, the physical x16 connector accommodates standard expansion cards, making this solution ideal for space-constrained systems with unique layout requirements.

Features

• M.2 Key A.E. Interface: Utilizes M.2 Key A+E slot for host connectivity
• PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Down R/A: Down right-angle PCIe x16 slot for expansion cards
• Downward Orientation: 90-degree downward-facing connector for specific layout requirements
• PCIe 3.0 Compatibility: Supports available PCIe lanes at 8.0 GT/s data rates
• Space-Optimized Design: Down right-angle connector addresses specific clearance issues
• Flexible Configuration: Enables PCIe card usage in systems without traditional slots
• Universal Compatibility: Works with various PCIe 3.0 expansion cards

Specifications

• Product Model: M.2 Key A.E. to PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Down R/A Extension Cable
• Host Interface: M.2 Key A+E Male
• Target Interface: PCIe 3.0 x16 Female Down Right-Angle
• 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: 20cm, 30cm, 40cm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Connector Orientation: Down right-angle (90-degree downward)
• Power Delivery: Provides necessary power to connected PCIe devices

Applications

• Specific Chassis Layouts: Systems requiring downward-facing PCIe card orientation
• Compact System Expansion: Adding PCIe card functionality to small form factor computers with clearance constraints
• Custom Cooling Solutions: Systems where downward card orientation improves airflow management
• All-in-One Computers: Expanding capabilities of integrated systems with specific spatial requirements
• Workstation Configurations: Professional workstations with unique layout constraints
• Prototype Development: Testing and validation of PCIe devices in downward orientation
• Embedded Systems: Industrial applications requiring specific card orientation
• OEM Solutions: Custom implementations for products with specific mechanical requirements