Yes, there are options ranging from M.2 to 10GbE and beyond.
Yes, there are options ranging from M.2 to 10GbE and beyond.
Hi everyone. Have you come across anything comparable with 10 gigabit Ethernet? The links you shared look promising. I’ve moved to mITX (Phanteks Shift) and aim to stay discreet. I only require a high-speed SSD, one GPU, and a CPU. USB3.1 Gen2 and Gen1 work fine, but the 10GbE network is essential for quick NAS access so I avoid overspending on local storage. Best regards, MadDuke
There are several concerns to note: 1. Motherboard M.2 ports are mostly linked to a storage controller, making them unsuitable for other devices. 2. Boards with Wi-Fi M.2 slots lack sufficient bandwidth for 10GbE, usually offering only a single lane. 3. High-performance 10GbE chipsets generate heat and require a heatsink with proper airflow. Honestly, if you need 10GbE, choose a board that already includes it. Unfortunately, only Supermicro offers ITX boards supporting 10GbE with built-in Xeon D processors. They also have some uATX/mATX options, which is the best choice overall. One GPU, one 10GbE NIC, and you're ready to go.
Hi. It seems you're discussing PCIe 3.0 or 2.0 x4 M.2 drives, not SATA. In those setups, the bandwidth is typically around 16 to 32 gigabits—so 10 gigabits is more than sufficient. I have both options but would choose the 2.0 x4 port for practical access. You mentioned USB bandwidth could be around 5 or 7.5 gigabits, which might work if available. My plan is to look for a slim 10-gigabit card and a 3D printed enclosure that fits well. I'm hoping for a more streamlined solution. That's the essence of my situation.
Have you checked how fast your NAS handles data to determine if a 10GB connection would help? Are the drives using SSDs directly or relying on an SSD cache? You might run out of IOPS quickly, even with that speed. I haven’t looked up details, but you could check for HBA options for M.2 devices. For regular web use, consider wireless or another Ethernet method, and use an HBA for storage. The main worry is whether the M.2 slot provides enough power for either 10GB transfer or an HBA card.
They left out the power aspect entirely by be. Appreciate it. I'll keep an eye out for something similar to the link you shared.
Use an M.2 to Oculink adapter for the specified model, then install a HP 1QL49AA to create two 10 GbE ports.
I've tried something similar before and it functions well. I think no one would attempt to push 10Gbit onto an M.2 drive since keeping it cool would be challenging and such a requirement isn't typically pursued by most users.
I understand this discussion is quite old, but it’s the top result when searching about 10GbE in M.2 devices. Sharing this link should help many users. https://www.innodisk.com/en/products/emb.../egpl-t101 It seems Innodisk just launched a new version and I’m interested in getting one. The EGPL-T101