This adapter by Delock can be used to connect a U.2 SSD directly to an M.2 slot in format 2280 e.g. on a motherboard.
Specification• Connectors:
1 x M.2 key M male
1 x U.2 SFF-8639 female
1 x 4 pin power connector
• Interface: PCIe / NVMe
• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Cable gauge: 30 AWG
• Compatible to PCI Express V4.0
• Bootable, ex UEFI version 2.3.1
• Supports NVM Express (NVMe)
• Length without connectors: ca. 20 cm
• Linux Kernel 5.15 or above
• Windows 8.1/8.1-64/10/10-64/11
• Windows Server 2019
• A free M.2 interface with key M
Package content
• Adapter
• Screwdriver
• Mounting material
• Power cable 4 pin to SATA, length ca. 15 cm
• User manual