MSI M.2 Xpander-Aero Slider looks like a graphics card, but it's definitely not a graphics card. The expansion for M.2 PCIe 5.0 SSD even uses a cooler like the entry-level MSI Aero graphics card. The device can accommodate two solid-state drives in the M.2 22100 form factor. It supports hot swapping - users can remove any SSD at any time if necessary.
The MSI Aero fan provides optimal cooling for the SSDs. It supports automatic fan adjustment modes or manual shutdown when the drives do not need powerful cooling.
MSI also mentions that the Xpander supports 4x M.2 LEDs, whatever that means. Perhaps it refers to a drive status indicator. The board has a single 6-pin power connector, although from a technical standpoint, the PCIe slot is more than enough to power two SSDs, even with Gen 5 technology.
The product should not be confused with the M.2 Xpander-Z Gen 5 adapter, which comes with MSI MEG AMD X670E boards. It is expected that MSI will release a new card in a few months. It is possible that it will be released as an accessory for the new AMD X870E and Intel Z890 motherboards.
Source: VideoCardz
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