Can I use a NVME SSD ?
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arochester
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Asrock B150M pro4s + Samsung PM961 m.2 ssd (with adapter) = bootable?
I'm looking for max. 600€ pc build. Asrock seems to be the mobo of choice (Asrock b150m pro4s) if it can boot to Windows with Samsung PM961 M.2 ssd (with pci-express x4 adapter). Does it matter what kind of PCI-express -> M.2-adapter I use (for OS boot properties)? I was thinking simple less...
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ASRock > B150M Pro4S
ASRock Super Alloy; Supports 7th and 6th Generation Intel Core™ Processors (Socket 1151)<div class=Remark><span style=color:red;>*</span>8th Gen Intel Core™ desktop processors are supported with Intel 300 Series chipset motherboards only; Digi Power; Supports Dual Channel DDR4 2133; 2 PCIe 3.0...
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Condobloke
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same forum appears to not return any result for a B150M pro 4 ...<<<<<No 's'
The Crucial P2 Nvme M.2 ssd works on other distributions so I would think it should work on Mint as well, the other one is just an adapter so I wouldn't expect any problems with it but can't be 100% sure. With my current system I didn't look up any of the hardware and it all works, Crucial is a known brand and not one of thos you have never heard of so I doubt that it wouldn't work. I would just buy since it isn't too expensive anyways and if it doesn't you got yourself a fun project of trying to get it to work or you can just send it back.
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Condobloke
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My main concern is will it actually "fit" on the motherboard
Brickwizard
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As far as I am aware [not done it myself] It can be done [but may not be simple] using a PCIe slot and adapter, it can work with PCIe-1 but better results from PCIe-4 [depending on what slots you have available as the adapters can vary] but you will need a boot loader [if you you plan to use it as the boot drive ]the BIOS can recognise, Clover EFI bootloader, is the one most of my contacts recommend
.sorry but that's all i can say. I think you need to do some more research tomorrow
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.sorry but that's all i can say. I think you need to do some more research tomorrow
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Condobloke
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At this point, I may just settle for a normal SSD and a new data cable.
It is becoming more complex by the second.
It is becoming more complex by the second.
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Condobloke
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I will look at that again in the morning....I am a bit bleary eyed right now.
Thanks everyone for your help thus far.
Thanks everyone for your help thus far.
It's actually really easy. You buy the PCIe adapter and the M.2 NVMe drive. The adapter has a slot in it and the drive slides right in and can be fixed in place. From there, you just plug the adapter into your PCIe slot and Bob's your uncle.
If you have a small/thin case, get the 'low profile' PCIe adapter.
If you have a small/thin case, get the 'low profile' PCIe adapter.
According to this link your mobo does support NVME SSD.-
Scrool down till you see "slots"
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*Supports NVMe SSD as boot disksASRock > B150M Pro4
ASRock Super Alloy; Supports 7th and 6th Generation Intel Core™ Processors (Socket 1151)<div class=Remark><span style=color:red;>*</span>8th Gen Intel Core™ desktop processors are supported with Intel 300 Series chipset motherboards only; Digi Power; Supports Dual Channel DDR4 2133; 2 PCIe 3.0...
Before you purchase the NVMe and the PCI adapter, you might want to open the case and look at the mobo to make sure it will fit. I would:-
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Condobloke
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Is there a 'preference' for which pcie slot ?
Either pcie 1 ...or pcie 4 ..?
I am beginning to get the picture... @arochester's links were correct after all, it would seem that the nvme card will support 'boot'
I just found the specs for the actual card....HERE
Slots
- 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE1: x16 mode; PCIE4: x4 mode)*
- 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slots (Flexible PCIe)
- Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX™ and CrossFireX™
*Supports NVMe SSD as boot disk
@Alexzee ....thanks mate !...I just spotted your posts.
I have the case open....and I am fairly sure I could park a Mack truck in there !
I do like to make my research accurate, and seeing both you and I both found the same info, ...it is therefore accurate.
I was a little concerned at one stage that a boot loader may have been necessary as per @brickwizard's findings.
It is quite amazing what a good nights sleep can do !!!!....I was suffering from kgiii syndrome last night....too much wine....too little rest.
It is a good mobo. Despite the fact that it now approx 7/6 (?) years old, it continues to tick the boxes !!!
I have upgraded my choice of nvme to:
.....combined with :
What say you, @Alexzee and @f33dm3bits and @KGIII and @brickwizard ??
Either pcie 1 ...or pcie 4 ..?
I am beginning to get the picture... @arochester's links were correct after all, it would seem that the nvme card will support 'boot'
I just found the specs for the actual card....HERE
Slots
- 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE1: x16 mode; PCIE4: x4 mode)*
- 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slots (Flexible PCIe)
- Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX™ and CrossFireX™
*Supports NVMe SSD as boot disk
@Alexzee ....thanks mate !...I just spotted your posts.
I have the case open....and I am fairly sure I could park a Mack truck in there !
I do like to make my research accurate, and seeing both you and I both found the same info, ...it is therefore accurate.
I was a little concerned at one stage that a boot loader may have been necessary as per @brickwizard's findings.
It is quite amazing what a good nights sleep can do !!!!....I was suffering from kgiii syndrome last night....too much wine....too little rest.
It is a good mobo. Despite the fact that it now approx 7/6 (?) years old, it continues to tick the boxes !!!
I have upgraded my choice of nvme to:
Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD 250GB - M.2 NVMe Interface Internal Solid State Drive with V-NAND Technology (MZ-V7S250B/AM) : Amazon.com.au: Computers
Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD 250GB - M.2 NVMe Interface Internal Solid State Drive with V-NAND Technology (MZ-V7S250B/AM) : Amazon.com.au: Computers
www.amazon.com.au
.....combined with :
EZDIY-FAB NVME PCIe 4.0 Adapter, M.2 NVME SSD to PCI Express Adapter with Heat Sink, Only Support PCIe x16 Slot,Support M.2 SSD 2230 2242 2260 2280: Memory Card Accessories: Amazon.com.au
EZDIY-FAB NVME PCIe 4.0 Adapter, M.2 NVME SSD to PCI Express Adapter with Heat Sink, Only Support PCIe x16 Slot,Support M.2 SSD 2230 2242 2260 2280: Memory Card Accessories: Amazon.com.au
www.amazon.com.au
What say you, @Alexzee and @f33dm3bits and @KGIII and @brickwizard ??
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If PCIe 1 doesn't have anything in the slot than use that first.
I have the Samsung 970 Evo Plus installed on my Asus X570 Tuf Gaming mobo and it boot's Debian in 8 seconds!
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Condobloke
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I raise my hat to you @arochester
Just mah two cents...
Why do you want an adaptor? There's an M.2 slot on the board? (thanks @f33dm3bits for pics).
Also, Assuming you use a video card, your adaptor will be very close to the bottom headers. One set of them pins be ye audio, so it may be a nuisance, especially once the heatspreader is on (unless the picture is making it look a lot bigger).
Anyway, the adaptor just seems a waste and cumbersome. And a waste of money.
PS: Yes, Crucial is an awesome brand. They're a Micron sub, so their die are their die and they specialise in memory/storage. Also, your board is fcking awesome, especially for a 5+ gen old.
Why do you want an adaptor? There's an M.2 slot on the board? (thanks @f33dm3bits for pics).
Also, Assuming you use a video card, your adaptor will be very close to the bottom headers. One set of them pins be ye audio, so it may be a nuisance, especially once the heatspreader is on (unless the picture is making it look a lot bigger).
Anyway, the adaptor just seems a waste and cumbersome. And a waste of money.
PS: Yes, Crucial is an awesome brand. They're a Micron sub, so their die are their die and they specialise in memory/storage. Also, your board is fcking awesome, especially for a 5+ gen old.
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