[SOLVED] Can I use a nvme ssd via the m.2 interface on my Asus H110m-e/m.2

[MadPatch]

I want to be able to boot off a nvme ssd on my Asus h110me/m.2, after reading the supported devices list it appears that the only m.2 storage devices run via sata. Will I be able to get the full performance from a nvme like a Samsung 970 Evo? Thanks.

 

[Obakasama]

https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1151/H110M-E_M2/E11622_H110M-E_M2_UM_web.pdf

According to the manual the M.2 port should support both SATA M.2 SSDs and NVMe M.2 SSDs. See page vi.

 

[USAFRet]

I want to be able to boot off a nvme ssd on my Asus h110me/m.2, after reading the supported devices list it appears that the only m.2 storage devices run via sata. Will I be able to get the full performance from a nvme like a Samsung 970 Evo? Thanks.

"1 x 10Gb/s M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both PCIE & SATA mode)"

That is a PCIe x2 port.
It will work, but it will NOT give the full performance of a 970 EVO.

 

[MadPatch]

Okay thanks for the info, so is there a cheeper nvme ssd that will fit that bottleneck?

 

[USAFRet]

Okay thanks for the info, so is there a cheeper nvme ssd that will fit that bottleneck?

Intel 660p.

 

[USAFRet]

What other drives do you have in this system, and what do you use it for?

 

[NightHawkRMX]

I would also reccomend an intel 660p or crucial p1.really most users don't need more performance that that.

 

[MadPatch]

Okay sounds good, I plan on also using a 500gb hdd.

 

[USAFRet]

Okay sounds good, I plan on also using a 500gb hdd.

500GB? Unless you already own it, why so small?

 

[MadPatch]

Ya I already own it, and tbh won't need much more than that with the ssd

 

[MadPatch]

So on eBay I can get a 960evo for 60$ and the cheapest Intel 660p is 74$. So why not get the 960 incase I ever want to upgrade my mobo in the future.

 

[USAFRet]

So on eBay I can get a 960evo for 60$ and the cheapest Intel 660p is 74$. So why not get the 960 incase I ever want to upgrade my mobo in the future.

A used 960?
I wouldn't.

Have a link to this specific 960 EVO on ebay?

 

[MadPatch]

A used 960?
I wouldn't.

Have a link to this specific 960 EVO on ebay?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/164041488548

Not used.

 

[USAFRet]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/164041488548

Not used.

Condition: Seller refurbished
AKA - Used, and he blew the dust off.

256GB 960 EVO - $59.66

New 660p, 512GB - $69.99
https://www.newegg.com/intel-660p-series-512gb/p/0D9-002V-003Y7


Twice the size, known condition, manufacturer warranty, $10 more.
No contest.

 

[MadPatch]

Condition: Seller refurbished
AKA - Used, and he blew the dust off.

256GB 960 EVO - $59.66

New 660p, 512GB - $69.99
https://www.newegg.com/intel-660p-series-512gb/p/0D9-002V-003Y7


Twice the size, known condition, manufacturer warranty, $10 more.
No contest.

Oh I'm so dumb lol, I didn't realize that it was 256gb.

 

[MadPatch]

Although there is a crucial p1 for the same price so I think I will go with that

 

[USAFRet]

Although there is a crucial p1 for the same price so I think I will go with that

Yes, that drive was mentioned above.