ASRock Blazing Quad M.2 Card User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- ASRock
Table of Contents
ASRock Blazing Quad M.2 Card
Package Contents
- ASRock Blazing Quad M.2 Card
- User Manual
- M.2 screws
Specifications
Dimensions|
- 9.60-in x 4.97-in
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Interface|
- PCI Express 5.0 x 16 interface
Connector|
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4 x Blazing M.2 Sockets (Key M), supports type 2242/2260/2280/2580/22110/25110 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode.
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1 x Graphics 12V Power Connector
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For the M.2 SSD support list and the list of supported motherboard models, please visit www.asrock.com.
Installation Procedure
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Remove the six screws holding the bracket in place.
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Peel off the protective film(s) on the bracket’s thermal pad(s) before you install M.2 SSD module(s).
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Peel off the protective film(s) on the Blazing Quad M.2 Card’s thermal pad(s) before you install M.2 SSD module(s).
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Fasten the six screws holding the bracket in place. Power off the PC and unplug the power cord. Detach all other cables from the PC.
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Remove the PC cover.
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Align and insert the card into a PCI Express 5.0 x16 slot on the motherboard. Press firmly until the card is securely seated in place.
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Plug the attached fan cable to a free fan connector on your motherboard.
Card Layout
| **No.** | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Blazing M.2 Sockets |
| 2 | PCI Express 5.0 x 16 Interface |
| 3 | Graphics 12V Power Connector |
Installing M.2 SSD Module
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Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2 SSD module, find the corresponding nut location to be used.
No.| 1| 2| 3| 4
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Nut Location| A| B| C| D
PCB Length| 4.2cm| 6cm| 8cm| 11cm
Module Type| Type 2242| Type2260| Type 2280/2580| Type 22110/25110 -
Move the standoff based on the module type and length. The standoff is placed at the nut location C by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut. Otherwise, release the standoff by hand.
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Hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard.
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Gently insert the M.2 SSD module into the M.2 slot.
Please be aware that the M.2 SSD module only fits in one orientation.
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Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module.
Compatible ASRock Motherboard Models:
| Chipset | Motherboard Models | Supported PCIE slot | M.2 Slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2_1 | M2_2 | M2_3 | M2_4 |
| Intel W790 | W790 WS | PCIE1 | V |
| PCIE2 | V | V | |
| AMD WRX80* | WRX80 Creator / WRX80 Creator R2.0 | PCIE1/PCIE2/ | |
| PCIE3/PCIE5/PCIE7 | V | V | V |
| PCIE4/PCIE6 | V | V | |
| AMD X670 | X670E Taichi Carrara | PCIE1 | V |
| X670E Taichi | PCIE1 | V | V |
| X670E Steel Legend | PCIE1 | V | V |
| X670E Pro RS | PCIE1 | V | V |
| X670E PG Lightning | PCIE1 | V | V |
| AMD B650 | B650E Taichi | PCIE1 | V |
| B650E Steel Legend WiFi | PCIE1 | V | V |
| B650E PG Riptide WiFi | PCIE1 | V | V |
| B650E PG-ITX WiFi | PCIE1 | V | V |
- This Platform will only operate at PCIe 4.0
For the updated information, please visit www.asrock.com.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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