ASRock Rack
ASRock Rack M2_VGA M.2 2280 VGA server accessory
M.2 2280 VGA module adds 1920×1080 video output via PCIe x1 to servers
- TypeInterface Module
- SpecificationsController: Siliconmotion SM750 Feature: VGA (max. 1920 x 10
- Adds VGA output via M.2 slot using Siliconmotion SM750 controller
- Drives 1920 x 1080 display from 16 MB DDR frame buffer
- Fits M.2 2280 B+M key socket measuring 22 x 80 x 11 mm
- Draws only 1.49 W from PCIe x1 and 3.3 V goldfinger supply
- Operates 10 °C to 35 °C and survives storage down to -40 °C
M.2 2280 B+M key VGA module
The ASRock Rack M2_VGA is an M.2 2280 B+M key VGA module designed for server platforms. It uses a Siliconmotion SM750 controller with 16MB DDR memory to provide a VGA output up to 1920 x 1080 resolution. The card draws 1.49W and connects via a PCI Express x1 upstream interface.
Suited for headless servers needing basic display
This module suits administrators adding a local video console to a server board with a free M.2 2280 slot. It is not for workloads requiring higher resolutions, 3D acceleration or multiple display outputs. Buyers needing GPU compute or modern display interfaces should look at a different class of product.
Check M.2 slot keying and header clearance
Verify the target board has an M.2 2280 slot wired for PCIe x1 with B+M keying. Ensure physical space for the 22 x 80 x 11 mm card and the 15-pin VGA header cable routing. Confirm the 3-pin 5V or 3.3V Goldfinger power input matches the platform. Operating temperature range is 10°C to 35°C.
Highlights
- Adds VGA output via M.2 slot using Siliconmotion SM750 controller
- Drives 1920 x 1080 display from 16 MB DDR frame buffer
- Fits M.2 2280 B+M key socket measuring 22 x 80 x 11 mm
- Draws only 1.49 W from PCIe x1 and 3.3 V goldfinger supply
- Operates 10 °C to 35 °C and survives storage down to -40 °C
Specifications
| Brand | ASRock Rack |
|---|---|
| Model | M2_VGA |
| Type | Interface Module |
| Specifications | Controller: Siliconmotion SM750 Feature: VGA (max. 1920 x 1080) Memory: 16MB DDR Physical Status Form Factor: M.2 2280 B-M Dimensions: 22 x 80 x 11 mm (W x L x H) I/O Upstream interface: PCI Express x1 Internal connectors: 1 header (15-pin, VGA) Power Power consumption: 1.49W Input: 1 header (3-pin, 5V), Goldfinger (3.3 V) Environment Temperature: Operation temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C / Non operation temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C |
| Shipping weight | 0.16 kg |
| Package size | 221 × 138 × 51 mm |
Questions about this item
Does this M.2 2280 module need a free PCI Express x1 lane on the motherboard?
Yes, the upstream interface is PCI Express x1 so the board must provide an M.2 slot wired for PCIe x1.
Can I keep an older VGA monitor that only accepts a 15-pin D-Sub cable?
The module includes a 15-pin VGA header and supports up to 1920 x 1080, so a legacy VGA monitor will connect directly.
How can I confirm the Siliconmotion SM750 controller is active after installation?
The controller draws 1.49 W and operates between 10 °C and 35 °C; a detected VGA output at the native resolution shows it is working.
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