Akasa has launched the M.2 NVMe SSD to PCIe adapter card with removable tray (AK-PCCM2P-06), enabling IT administrators, system integrators and PC builders to install an M.2 NVMe SSD into a free PCIe slot on a desktop, workstation or server. The adapter card delivers data transfer rates of up to 64Gbps on a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, and houses the drive in a lockable, removable tray built for environments where drives are added, swapped or secured on a regular basis.

Delivering data transfer rates of up to 64 Gbps over a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface and is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 x4 at up to 32 Gbps. Its removable drive tray allows the M.2 SSD to be installed or replaced without removing the adapter card from the PCIe slot, minimising downtime during maintenance or drive swaps. The adapter card fits PCIe x4, x8 and x16 slots, ensuring broad compatibility across desktop, workstation and server motherboards.

The tray accommodates M Key M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 form factors, covering a wide range of drives currently on the market. A built-in movable clip holds the drive securely in place during installation, removing the need for separate mounting screws, while a latch and key lock secure the tray in position so only authorised users can remove the drive, an important safeguard for shared workstations or any environment where physical access to storage needs to be controlled.

Built with a stainless steel body and tray for daily durability, the adapter card features an aluminium heatsink and thermal pads that draw heat away from the SSD to maintain stable performance under load. A green LED shows power status and a yellow/green LED indicates drive activity, with both full-height and low-profile brackets are included for compatibility with standard ATX, mATX and compact SFF builds.

Applications
The M.2 NVMe SSD to PCIe Adapter Card with Removable Tray works across Windows, Linux and Mac systems, and suits applications including:

• Workstation and desktop storage upgrades
• Server and data centre storage deployments
• Shared, multi-user or regulated environments requiring controlled drive access
• Testing, imaging or data migration workflows requiring frequent drive replacement

Specifications
Application Converts M.2 SSD to work in a main board PCIe x4 bus slot
Designed for M.2 NVMe ''M Key'' SSD
Supports 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 size PCIe SSD
Material Stainless steel body and SSD tray, aluminium heatsink cover
Dimensions 167.3 x 120.8 x 22 mm (L x W x H)
LED Indicators Power - green
Accessing - yellow/green
Operating System Compatibility Windows / Linux / Mac
Product Code AK-PCCM2P-06

Full product specifications are available at www.akasa.co.uk.

Pricing and Availability
• The AK-PCCM2P-06 adapter card starts at £69.00 / €72.50 (prices may vary by reseller).
• The AK-PCCM2P-06 adapter card is available to order throughout the UK, Europe, North America and Asia. Contact the Akasa team to find a reseller near you.