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Green circuit board with USB-C connector and M.2 slot

YINGHUA

YINGHUA M.2 to USB 3.1 Gen2 Adapter PCL-E 2230 2242 2260 2280

SKU CH-FZTX-1ZCYR

Connects M.2 SSDs (2230, 2242, 2260, 2280) via USB 3.1 Gen2 for up to 10 Gbps transfer without a cable

  • Connect M.2 SSDs directly without cables
  • Read 2230 2242 2260 2280 form factors
  • Transfer data at up to 10 Gbps with NVME drives
  • Works with Windows Mac Linux plug and play
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.0

M.2 Adapter for 2230 to 2280 Drives

This adapter converts M.2 solid-state drives in 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 lengths to a USB 3.1 Gen2 connection. It supports both NGFF and NVME protocols, making it useful for data recovery, cloning or adding external storage to a laptop or desktop. The PCB design requires no separate cable, so the drive plugs directly into the host port.

USB 3.1 Gen2 Speed Limits

The interface delivers a theoretical maximum of 10 Gbps with NVME drives and 6 Gbps with NGFF drives. It remains backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.0 ports, though transfer rates will drop to the older standard's ceiling. The adapter cannot exceed the bandwidth of the host controller or the drive's own rated performance.

Driver-Free Installation and Fit

The device works plug-and-play on Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, Mac OS and Linux without driver installation. Because it draws power from the USB port, drives with high current demands may need a powered hub. The fixed female USB-C connector adds height, so clearance can be tight on adjacent ports or slim chassis.

Highlights

  • Connect M.2 SSDs directly without cables
  • Read 2230 2242 2260 2280 form factors
  • Transfer data at up to 10 Gbps with NVME drives
  • Works with Windows Mac Linux plug and play
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.0

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Which M.2 lengths does this adapter accept?

It fits 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 modules, so you can use the same converter for short and full-size drives.

What real-world speed can I expect from the 10 Gbps NVMe rating?

The 10 Gbps figure is the NVMe theoretical maximum; actual throughput depends on the drive, the host USB 3.1 Gen2 port and file sizes.

How does the USB 3.1 Gen2 interface limit performance?

The USB 3.1 Gen2 link caps at 10 Gbps, so NVMe drives cannot exceed that ceiling even if they are faster internally.

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