PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe Key-M Male to E1.S/E3.S (SFF-TA-1002) SSD Extension Cable

The PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe Key-M Male to E1.S/E3.S (SFF-TA-1002) SSD Extension Cable is a cutting-edge interconnect solution designed to bridge the gap between traditional motherboard M.2 slots and the emerging E1.S and E3.S form factor SSDs. This high-performance cable assembly enables the use of enterprise and data center-grade solid-state drives in standard desktop, workstation, or test bench environments by converting the PCIe 5.0 signal from an M.2 Key-M slot to the SFF-TA-1002 connector standard. Supporting the full PCIe 5.0 specification with data rates up to 32 GT/s per lane, this cable ensures that the exceptional performance of modern EDSFF (Enterprise and Data Center SSD Form Factor) drives is fully realized. It is an essential tool for storage enthusiasts, developers, and IT professionals seeking to evaluate, prototype, or deploy the next generation of high-speed storage technology without requiring native server backplane support.

Features

• Next-Generation Speed: Fully supports PCIe 5.0 specifications, delivering data rates up to 32 GT/s per lane for maximum storage performance.
• Form Factor Adaptation: Converts a standard M.2 Key-M male connector to an E1.S or E3.S (SFF-TA-1002) female connector, enabling compatibility with enterprise SSD form factors.
• Full x4 Lane Utilization: Leverages all four PCIe lanes from the host M.2 slot, providing a full-bandwidth x4 link to the connected EDSFF SSD.
• Optimized Signal Integrity: Engineered with premium, low-loss coaxial cables and precise impedance control to maintain signal integrity at extreme PCIe 5.0 frequencies, ensuring data transmission stability.
• Robust Connector System: Features the secure SFF-TA-1002 connector with a positive latching mechanism, designed for reliable contact and vibration resistance.
• Thermal Management Support: The open-frame design of the EDSFF connector area facilitates better airflow and allows for the attachment of optional heatsinks, crucial for maintaining performance under sustained loads.

Specifications

• Host Connector: M.2 Key-M (PCIe) Male, Socket 3
• Target Connector: E1.S / E3.S (SFF-TA-1002) Female
• Supported Standard: PCI Express 5.0, NVMe 2.0
• Data Rate: Up to 32 GT/s per lane
• Total Bandwidth: Approx. 128 Gbps (16 GB/s) bidirectional for a x4 configuration
• Cable Length: Standard 15cm and 25cm options
• Impedance: 85? ±5% differential
• Shielding: Multi-layer shielding with individual coaxial pairs and an overall braid for maximum EMI suppression
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Supported SSD Form Factors: E1.S (5.9mm, 7.5mm, 15mm height) and E3.S (7.5mm, 15mm, 25mm height)

Applications

• Enterprise SSD Evaluation and Testing: Allows storage developers and IT professionals to test and validate E1.S/E3.S SSDs using standard desktop motherboards in a lab environment.
• High-Performance Workstation Storage: Enables content creators and engineers to incorporate high-end, high-capacity EDSFF drives into their workstations for projects requiring extreme storage bandwidth.
• Data Center Prototyping: Useful for prototyping and validating storage configurations and cooling solutions for future server deployments that will utilize the EDSFF form factor.
• Storage Enthusiast and DIY Projects: Provides a pathway for tech enthusiasts to experiment with the latest enterprise SSD technology in custom PC builds.
• Benchmarking and Reviews: Serves as an essential tool for hardware reviewers and journalists to benchmark E1.S/E3.S drives for public performance analysis.
• Research and Development: Supports R&D activities in academic and industrial settings that require access to the fastest available storage interfaces.