Interface card LogiLink AD0019

This AD0019 is an economical choice to convert an M.2 SSD into a 2.5" (6.35 cm) SATA SSD storage device. Once installed in a PC or laptop, the M.2 SSD appears as a standard SATA drive to the operating system and can be configured as a bootable device. The LogiLink AD0019 is an internal SATA interface card with an M.2 host interface, featuring a compact 100.4 mm x 70 mm x 7 mm design in black to fit a variety of system configurations.

Advantages

The card provides a simple and cost-effective way to use M.2 SSDs in systems that support 2.5" SATA drives. Its compact form factor and internal connection allow easy installation inside desktop PCs and many laptop models with available drive bays or mounting points. Compatible with standard SATA interfaces, the adapter makes the M.2 SSD visible to the operating system as a SATA device and supports boot configuration.

Suitable for

• Converting an M.2 SSD to a 2.5" SATA drive
• Upgrading storage in desktops and laptops that accept 2.5" SATA drives
• Using M.2 SSDs as bootable system drives via SATA
• Adding compact internal storage where space is limited

Key specifications

• Interface: M.2 host to 2.5" SATA
• Form factor: internal SATA interface card
• Compatible drive type: M.2 SSD (via adapter) presented as 2.5" SATA
• Dimensions: 100.4 mm x 70 mm x 7 mm
• Colour: black

How to use

Install the M.2 SSD into the card's M.2 slot according to the module type and secure it. Mount the card inside the PC or laptop in a suitable 2.5" drive bay or internal mounting location and connect the card to the system's SATA data and power connectors. Power on the system and enter the BIOS/UEFI if necessary to verify that the drive is detected and to set it as a boot device if required. The operating system will recognize the M.2 SSD as a SATA drive for formatting, partitioning, and use.

Recommendations

Ensure compatibility between the specific M.2 SSD keying and the adapter, and verify available internal SATA power and data connectors before installation. Handle the M.2 module and adapter using anti-static precautions and follow the system manufacturer's guidance when mounting internal drives.