when m.2_2 is taken by an m.2 device, PICE x16

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when m.2_2 is taken by an m.2 device, PICE x16_1 operates in x8 mode

_Maddy__
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04-21-2018, 12:08 AM

the manual mentions a condition where m.2_2 must be occupied by another m.2 device for pice x16_1 to operate in x8 mode. i found online discussions suggesting this setup is only possible with dual m.2 slots, but i’m not sure. my rog b450-f gaming ii has only one m.2 slot, so i’m worried it might limit performance if i switch to x8 mode with just one card.

_Maddy__

04-21-2018, 12:08 AM #1

fqv
Member

04-21-2018, 03:11 AM

I chose the top position to avoid any problems. Most drives don’t require a headsink, and an aftermarket heatsink is affordable. The X8 speed boost is minimal—usually just a few percent at most.

fqv

04-21-2018, 03:11 AM #2

I chose the top position to avoid any problems. Most drives don’t require a headsink, and an aftermarket heatsink is affordable. The X8 speed boost is minimal—usually just a few percent at most.

ItzSlimZz
Junior Member

04-23-2018, 11:22 PM

You're welcome! Let me know if you need anything else.

ItzSlimZz

04-23-2018, 11:22 PM #3

You're welcome! Let me know if you need anything else.