NVMe M.2 NGFF SSD to PCIe x1 Adapter Card with Bracket

Expand your desktop's storage capabilities with this NVMe PCIe M.2 NGFF SSD to PCIe x1 Adapter Card. Designed for technicians, enthusiasts, and system builders, this adapter lets you install an M.2 NVMe SSD into a standard PCIe x1 slot — perfect for firmware testing, batch SSD upgrades, or emergency storage expansion when your motherboard's PCIe x4 slots are fully occupied.

Made in Mainland China.

Key Features

• Broad PCIe Protocol Support: Compatible with M.2 NGFF SSDs using PCIe x4 or PCIe x2 transport protocols. Please confirm your SSD's transport protocol before purchasing — SSDs with two notches using SATA protocol are not compatible.
• PCIe x1 Interface Output: Converts your M.2 NVMe SSD into a PCIe x1 slot connection on a standard desktop motherboard. Also physically fits into PCIe x4, x8, and x16 (graphics card) slots.
• Ideal for Firmware Testing & Upgrades: Excellent for batch firmware upgrades or SSD testing scenarios where a dedicated PCIe x4 slot is unavailable.
• Best Performance in PCIe 3.0 Slots: For optimal transfer speeds, insert into a PCIe 3.0 slot. Using PCIe 2.0 or 1.0 slots will significantly reduce throughput. Note: the SSD cannot operate at its maximum rated speed via a x1 connection.
• Includes Half-Height Bracket: Comes with a low-profile half-height bracket and screws, making it compatible with both standard ATX and slim/HTPC cases.
• OS Compatibility: Works with Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux. Note: Windows 7 does not support NVMe protocol drives.

Important Compatibility Notes

• Supports M.2 NGFF SSDs with PCIe x4 or PCIe x2 transport protocol only — do NOT use with SATA-protocol M.2 SSDs.
• Insert into a PCIe x4, x8, or x16 (graphics card) slot on your motherboard. Do NOT insert into a legacy PCI slot — doing so may cause irreversible damage to your motherboard, adapter card, and SSD.
• Windows 7 cannot detect NVMe SSDs and is therefore not supported.

What's in the Box

• 1× NVMe PCIe M.2 NGFF SSD to PCIe x1 Adapter Card
• 1× Half-height bracket with screws

Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will this NVMe M.2 to PCIe x1 adapter work with any M.2 SSD?

A: No — this adapter is specifically designed for M.2 NGFF SSDs using the PCIe x4 or PCIe x2 NVMe transport protocol. It is not compatible with M.2 SATA SSDs. Before purchasing, verify your SSD's transport protocol with the manufacturer, as some M.2 SSDs have two notches but still use a SATA protocol, which is not supported by this card.

Q: Will my NVMe SSD run at full speed when using this adapter?

A: No. Because the adapter outputs a PCIe x1 interface, bandwidth is limited compared to a native PCIe x4 connection. For the best possible speeds, insert the adapter into a PCIe 3.0 slot. Using PCIe 2.0 or PCIe 1.0 slots will result in noticeably slower transfer rates. This adapter is best suited for firmware testing, SSD upgrades, or emergency use rather than primary high-performance storage.

Q: Can I use this adapter card in a slim or HTPC case?

A: Yes! The included half-height (low-profile) bracket means this adapter card is compatible with both standard full-size ATX cases and smaller slim/HTPC cases, giving you flexible installation options.

Q: Is this adapter compatible with Windows 7?

A: No. Windows 7 does not have native support for the NVMe protocol, so NVMe SSDs — and by extension this adapter — will not be recognised under Windows 7. It is fully compatible with Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11, and most Linux distributions.