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Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD Adapter with PoE Function (B)
· MPN: 29320
A dual-function HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 that adds M.2 NVMe SSD support via the Pi's PCIe interface and delivers Power over Ethernet (PoE) — combining fast sto...
A dual-function HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 that adds M.2 NVMe SSD support via the Pi's PCIe interface and delivers Power over Ethernet (PoE) — combining fast storage and single-cable power/networking into one board.
Supports M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 sizes with Gen2 and Gen3 operation. The PoE function complies with IEEE 802.3af/at, accepting 37–57 V DC input and providing 5 V at up to 4.5 A via the GPIO header plus 12 V at 2 A on a separate 2-pin header.
Key Features
- M.2 NVMe SSD Support – 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 sizes, Gen2 and Gen3
- Power over Ethernet – IEEE 802.3af/at, 37–57 V DC input
- Single-Cable Setup – Power and network via one Ethernet cable
- Ample Power Output – 5 V / 4.5 A (GPIO) and 12 V / 2 A (2P header)
- Dual LED Indicators – Monitor working status at a glance
- Immersion Gold PCB – Oxidation and corrosion resistant
- PCIe FPC Cable – 16-pin cable connects to Raspberry Pi 5's PCIe connector
Specifications
- PoE Input: 37–57 V DC
- Network Standard: IEEE 802.3af/at
- GPIO Power: 5 V / 4.5 A max
- 2P Header Power: 12 V / 2 A max
- SSD Interface: M.2 M Key (NVMe, PCIe Gen2/Gen3)
- SSD Sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280
- Dimensions: 56 × 85 mm
Ideal For
- NVMe boot and fast storage on Raspberry Pi 5
- Clean, single-cable server and NAS setups
- Remote or headless Pi deployments with PoE power
- Home lab and edge computing projects
Package Contents
- 1× PoE M.2 HAT+ (B)
- 1× 16-Pin PCIe FPC Cable
- 1× SSD Mounting Screw
- 1× Screws Pack
Resources
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Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- 802.3af/at
- Earlier Power over Ethernet standards that provide less power than 802.3bt. They matter here because using one of these lower-power PoE sources may cause the board or attached computer to reboot or fail to start.
- edge computing
- Edge computing means processing data close to where it is collected, such as on the device itself, rather than sending everything to the cloud. This can reduce delays, internet dependence, and privacy concerns in sensor, camera, and robotics projects.
- FPC
- FPC stands for flexible printed circuit, a flat flexible cable or connector style often used where space is tight. It matters because this breakout needs the correct pin count and pitch FPC cable to connect reliably to the display or high-speed interface.
- GPIO
- General-purpose input/output pins are microcontroller pins you can set in software to read signals, switch devices on and off, or connect to peripherals. The number of GPIO pins matters because it limits how many buttons, LEDs, sensors, and other parts you can wire directly to the board.
- LED
- A light-emitting diode is a small electronic component that lights up when current flows through it in the correct direction. In this kit, LEDs create the flashing effect, so polarity and correct soldering matter for the project to work.
- M.2
- A compact edge-connector format commonly used to plug small modules into a carrier board without soldering. On this product it is the physical connector used by the MicroMod system, so compatibility with the matching processor board is important.
- NVMe
- A high-speed storage standard commonly used by modern SSDs. NVMe support matters if you want faster storage for large AI models, video files or operating system images than a typical microSD card can provide.
- PCB
- A printed circuit board is a rigid board with copper tracks that connect electronic parts without loose wires. For this kit, the PCBs also form the airplane shape, so they are both the circuit base and part of the finished model.
- PoE
- Power over Ethernet lets one Ethernet cable carry both network data and electrical power. This is useful when installing a device where running a separate power adaptor would be difficult.
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