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Yes, your b365m DS3H can use a M.2 NVMe SSD.

Yes, your b365m DS3H can use a M.2 NVMe SSD.

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Starkiff
Junior Member
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07-20-2016, 01:12 AM
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As the title suggested, I'm purchasing an M.2 but noticed two variations: one with a 3mm edge and another with a smaller end. I'm unsure which ones fit my motherboard, only that some support NVMe while others don't.
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Starkiff
07-20-2016, 01:12 AM #1

As the title suggested, I'm purchasing an M.2 but noticed two variations: one with a 3mm edge and another with a smaller end. I'm unsure which ones fit my motherboard, only that some support NVMe while others don't.

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ZethPlays
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07-20-2016, 02:03 AM
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It includes a single M2 port.
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ZethPlays
07-20-2016, 02:03 AM #2

It includes a single M2 port.

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KoKo_OJ
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07-20-2016, 06:33 AM
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Your motherboard is compatible with M.2 NVMe drives, but there is only one available slot.
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KoKo_OJ
07-20-2016, 06:33 AM #3

Your motherboard is compatible with M.2 NVMe drives, but there is only one available slot.

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ZZSonic
Junior Member
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07-23-2016, 06:34 PM
#4
It includes a single M.2 port. Most common M.2 devices should fit here.
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ZZSonic
07-23-2016, 06:34 PM #4

It includes a single M.2 port. Most common M.2 devices should fit here.

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GoPatriots1
Member
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07-24-2016, 07:44 PM
#5
The B365M DS3H motherboard from GIGABYTE U.S.A. features a single M.2 slot (Socket 3, M key) supporting various SSD types. This means the board can accommodate any standard M.2 SSD.
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GoPatriots1
07-24-2016, 07:44 PM #5

The B365M DS3H motherboard from GIGABYTE U.S.A. features a single M.2 slot (Socket 3, M key) supporting various SSD types. This means the board can accommodate any standard M.2 SSD.

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DeadMan68
Member
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07-29-2016, 10:32 PM
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These are distinct keying options. All devices use M.2 form factors. The "M" switch connects to the 5-contact port, while the "B" switch connects to the 6-contact port with a large contact. The "M+B" switch links both. SSDs with the M key are uncommon, so comparisons mainly focus on M versus M+B. Most M key drives are full PCIe x4 SSDs, whereas M+B drives may use either PCIe x2 or SATA interfaces. For top performance, the M key drive (small contact followed by a large one) tends to be optimal. Your board includes an M.2 slot that supports both keying methods, allowing compatibility with either M or M+B drives.
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DeadMan68
07-29-2016, 10:32 PM #6

These are distinct keying options. All devices use M.2 form factors. The "M" switch connects to the 5-contact port, while the "B" switch connects to the 6-contact port with a large contact. The "M+B" switch links both. SSDs with the M key are uncommon, so comparisons mainly focus on M versus M+B. Most M key drives are full PCIe x4 SSDs, whereas M+B drives may use either PCIe x2 or SATA interfaces. For top performance, the M key drive (small contact followed by a large one) tends to be optimal. Your board includes an M.2 slot that supports both keying methods, allowing compatibility with either M or M+B drives.

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FureaMC
Senior Member
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07-30-2016, 06:17 AM
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The M.2 slot on the motherboard supports both NVMe and SATA devices according to the instructions. Installing a SATA M.2 drive will turn off one of the SATA connections. Note that SATA drives usually use a B&M key, occasionally a B key, whereas NVMe drives typically require an M key, though sometimes they can be B&M keys only, offering just a 2x PCIe interface.
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FureaMC
07-30-2016, 06:17 AM #7

The M.2 slot on the motherboard supports both NVMe and SATA devices according to the instructions. Installing a SATA M.2 drive will turn off one of the SATA connections. Note that SATA drives usually use a B&M key, occasionally a B key, whereas NVMe drives typically require an M key, though sometimes they can be B&M keys only, offering just a 2x PCIe interface.