Question NVME enclosure with external PCIE connector?

[mooseq]

I have a Pi 4 compute module (eMMC) to which I have connected an NVME module via the PCIE connector on the motherboard. That is, I have a PCIE cable connected to the NVME board and the Pi PCIE connector. I am looking for an NVME enclosure that exposes a PCIE connector. All the enclosures that I've seen while Googling around expose USB connectors of one form or another. Does any one know of an enclosure that meets my criterion?

 

[Ralston18]

Regarding:

"I am looking for an NVME enclosure that exposes a PCIE connector."

What is the requirement driving the need for such an enclosure?

Please explain.

 

[mooseq]

The Pi board is currently exposed because there is no case for it that provides external access to the PCIE connector. Similarly, the NVME carrier is exposed. I would like to cover them to provide protection against the usual elements. Many users attach the NVME directly to the Pi motherboard, an arrangement that suits hardware development. I am looking for a more durable arrangement that offers protection to the electronics.

 

[logainofhades]

Just buy an NVME with a full heatsink. That will help to protect the electronics, of the drive. For example, something like this.

PCPartPicker Part List

Storage: Crucial P5 Plus W/Heatsink 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive ($61.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $61.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2023-12-15 07:44 EST-0500

 

[mooseq]

Thanks for the suggestion. This seems to be the solution until (if ever) an external PCIE ecosystem develops.