ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO supports multiple M.2 drives for optimal GPU performance.
ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO supports multiple M.2 drives for optimal GPU performance.
I’m preparing a fresh project. The existing setup includes the motherboard, CPU, RAM, and HDD, while I’ll move everything except those components. I’ll swap in a 4TB M.2 drive to replace the HDD due to its slow performance. The old motherboard is being retired from the NAS/media center. I’ve already reached out to Noctua regarding the NH-D15 NM-AMB12 chromax.black, so no need to purchase another cooler. Thanks to you, Noctua!
Regarding your concern about GPU compatibility: the ASUS guide mentions specific M.2 slots—M.2_1, M.2_2, M.2_4, M.2_5—and warns that using M.2_3 will only support PCIEX16_1 at x8. Double-check the manual for accuracy and confirm your slot configuration.
Feel free to ask if you need further clarification!
You seem confused about the need for three 3D NVMe drives. If you're using RAID 0, performance won't be affected noticeably. It's a risky approach. A single 2TB drive for booting and larger capacities like 4TB or 8TB for secondary storage would be more practical.
I never mentioned RAID. I actually dislike it completely. Right now I use a 2TB Windows drive for games and everything else on a 2TB download drive. A 4TB HDD serves as an E drive plus extra backups. I’m planning to get rid of the HDD entirely, freeing up two cables from it. It’s currently stored close to the power supply unit while keeping my existing setup intact.