Mini ITX i7 4790K Z87 with M.2 3.0 slot
Mini ITX i7 4790K Z87 with M.2 3.0 slot
Hey, I see the issue. Let me look for a compatible ITX motherboard with 3.0 m.2 onboard storage. Avoiding ASUS is a good idea since you've had problems there. If it supports onboard WiFi or other features, that would be nice but not essential. Let me know if you'd like some recommendations!
Essentially, the only choices are ASUS or unusual aftermarket motherboards.
Reviewing PC Part Picker shows the two non-ASUS models lacking M.2-2280 compatibility, making it unlikely to proceed. Here are the two widely available boards with M.2-2280 and PCIe 3.0 support using the Z97 chipset.
Z87 and Z97 chipsets support PCIe 2.0 maximum, while the CPU lacks dedicated lanes for M.2 drives. This implies the only solution to access a PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 slot is by removing the PCIe 3.0 x16 connection in favor of an x8 slot using a PCIe switch. Such an approach is costly and complex, making it impractical except on very expensive or rare motherboards. Only five mITX boards featuring Z87 or Z97 chipsets include M.2 slots; among them, just the Asus Maximus 7 Impact offers a PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 slot. The others support only 10Gb/s with PCIe 2.0 x2.
Absolutely, I get it. You're looking for a more budget-friendly setup without sacrificing too much performance. Let's explore some options. There might be a good CPU and motherboard combo that fits your needs and budget. Also, checking out an affordable mini case or a compact MATX option could help. Since you're still running smoothly with Resolve on Linux, it’s worth keeping that in mind. I’m here to help you find a solution that works without breaking the bank.