The **M2AS1-6414-R2** is a high-performance **M.2 (NGFF) connector** typically used in industrial and enterprise computing applications. It is designed to facilitate the connection between a motherboard and expansion cards like SSDs or Wi-Fi modules. --- ### Technical Specifications Below is a breakdown of the key electronic and physical characteristics: | Property | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Connector Type** | M.2 (Next Generation Form Factor) | | **Mounting Style** | Surface Mount (SMT) | | **Orientation** | Right Angle / Horizontal | | **Pin Count** | 67-Pin | | **Keying** | Typically **M-Key** (Common for PCIe x4 NVMe SSDs) | | **Height** | 4.2mm (Common Profile) | | **Contact Plating** | Gold over Nickel (Ensures high conductivity and anti-corrosion) | --- ### Key Electronic Components & Features #### 1. Signal Integrity This connector is engineered for high-speed data transmission. It supports protocols such as: * **PCIe 3.0 / 4.0:** High-speed lanes for NVMe storage. * **SATA 3.0:** Support for older legacy storage modes. * **USB 3.0:** Often integrated for specialized expansion cards. #### 2. Power Delivery The M2AS1 series is designed to handle the power requirements of high-performance SSDs, which can draw significant current during peak write operations. The power pins are rated to minimize voltage drops. #### 3. EMI Shielding The metal housing (tabs) provides grounding points that help reduce **Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)**, ensuring that high-frequency signals do not interfere with other components on the PCB. #### 4. Physical Durability * **Cycles:** Rated for approximately 60 mating cycles. * **Hold-down Clips:** Often features metal solder tabs on the sides to provide mechanical strength, ensuring the connector doesn't lift off the board during vibration. --- ### Typical Applications * **Industrial PCs:** Used for reliable OS booting via compact SSDs. * **Networking Gear:** For adding Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cellular (LTE/5G) modules. * **Embedded Systems:** High-speed data logging where space is at a premium.