Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - M.2

What is the main purpose of the M.2 form factor?

• To increase processor speed

• To enhance display resolution

• To expand storage capacity

• To add more RAM to a computer

Which type of expansion cards can be added using the M.2 form factor?

• Graphics cards

• Sound cards

• Power supply units

• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or NFC cards

What does the 'A' notch on an M.2 slot remove?

• Pins 8-15

• Pins 12-19

• Pins 24-31

• Pins 59-66

Which type of drives are most commonly associated with the M.2 format?

• HDDs

• SSDs using SATA port

• SSDs using NVMe

• USB flash drives

How do the notches on an M.2 slot indicate the supported card type?

• By the size of the notch

• By the letters associated with the notch

• By the number of notches

• By the color of the notch

What do the first two digits in the size number of an M.2 card represent?

• The number of pins on the card

• The length in millimeters

• The width in millimeters

• The weight of the card

Which type of cards are supported by slots keyed 'A' or 'E'?

• SSDs

• Wireless cards

• Graphics cards

• Sound cards

What is the maximum read-write speed offered by NVMe SSDs over M.2 format?

• 5 GBps

• 3.5 GBps

• 1.5 GBps

• 600 MBps

What must be considered before installing an M.2 card on a motherboard?

• The number of pins on the card

• The size the motherboard supports

• The brand of the card

• The color of the card

Where are the connector pins located on an M.2 card?

• Short side

• Top side

• Bottom side

• Long side