Official Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ for Pi 5 | NVMe SSD M Key Adapter
Official Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ for Pi 5 | NVMe SSD M Key Adapter
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Short Product Description
Short Product Description
Unlock the full storage potential of your Raspberry Pi 5 with the Official Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+. This mechanical adapter board converts the Pi 5's PCIe 2.0 interface into a standard M.2 M Key slot, allowing you to connect lightning-fast NVMe SSDs in 2230 or 2242 form factors. Capable of supplying up to 3A of power and featuring a 500 MB/s peak transfer rate, it dramatically reduces boot times and improves system responsiveness. Available in-stock at Sun Cheong Computer Co. Ltd. (新昌電腦有限公司) in Sham Shui Po, this HAT+ comes complete with a 16mm stacking header, ensuring perfect compatibility with the Raspberry Pi Active Cooler.
Key Features
Key Features
- PCIe 2.0 Interface: Delivers a peak transfer rate of 500 MB/s, drastically outperforming standard microSD cards and USB 3.0 drives.
- M.2 M Key Support: Compatible with modern, high-speed NVMe solid-state drives in compact 2230 and 2242 form factors.
- Robust 3A Power Delivery: Safely supplies up to 3 Amps of current to ensure stable operation of high-performance SSDs under heavy loads.
- Active Cooler Compatible: Includes a 16mm GPIO stacking header and spacers, allowing installation over the official Pi 5 Active Cooler.
- Auto-Detection: Conforms to the Raspberry Pi HAT+ specification for instant, plug-and-play recognition by the Raspberry Pi OS.
Full Product Description
Full Product Description
Blazing Fast PCIe 2.0 Storage Expansion
The Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ allows you to bypass the traditional microSD card bottleneck by connecting high-speed NVMe solid-state drives directly to your Raspberry Pi 5. By utilizing the Pi 5's exposed single-lane PCI Express 2.0 interface, this adapter board achieves peak transfer rates of up to 500 MB/s. This massive leap in read/write speeds is perfect for running complex databases, hosting local web servers, or building a high-performance media center where rapid data access is critical.
Seamless Hardware & Software Integration
Designed to conform strictly to the new Raspberry Pi HAT+ specification, this board is automatically detected by the latest Raspberry Pi OS firmware upon boot, requiring zero complex driver installations. The board supports M.2 M Key devices in both 2230 and 2242 form factors and features a robust power delivery system capable of supplying up to 3A to your connected SSD. Furthermore, the included 16mm stacking header and threaded spacers are specifically engineered to allow the HAT+ to sit perfectly above the official Raspberry Pi Active Cooler without obstructing airflow.
Pro Tip from Our Technicians
Before purchasing an SSD, ensure it is an NVMe drive with an "M Key" edge connector, as older SATA-based M.2 drives (B Key or B+M Key) are not supported by this PCIe interface. Our Sham Shui Po Raspberry Pi specialists highly recommend updating your Pi 5's EEPROM firmware to the latest version before installing the HAT+ to ensure smooth booting directly from your new NVMe drive.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: M.2 NVMe SSD Adapter Board
- Compatibility: Raspberry Pi 5 Only
- Interface: Single-lane PCI Express 2.0 (via 16-pin, 0.5mm FPC)
- Peak Transfer Rate: 500 MB/s
- Supported Devices: M.2 M Key edge connector (NVMe SSDs)
- Supported Form Factors: 2230 and 2242
- Power Delivery: Up to 3A to connected M.2 devices
- Indicators: Onboard Power and Activity LEDs
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (ambient)
- Package Includes: M.2 HAT+, Ribbon Cable, 16mm Stacking Header, Threaded Spacers, Screws, Knurled Double-Flanged Screw
Delivery Options
Delivery Options
- Local delivery within Hong Kong and in-store pickup.
- Free shipping for orders of HK$400 or above; HK$35 shipping fee for orders below HK$400.
- Shipped by SF Express, usually dispatched the same day for orders confirmed before 6:00 PM (Mon–Sat).
- Estimated delivery time: 1–3 business days after dispatch (Hong Kong).
- In-store pickup details (location and time) will be confirmed by email or phone message.
- Delivery times are estimates and may be affected by weather or unforeseen circumstances.
FAQ Section
FAQ Section
- Can I use a standard 2280 size NVMe SSD with this M.2 HAT+?No, this specific HAT+ is physically designed to support only the shorter 2230 and 2242 form factor M.2 drives; a 2280 drive will overhang and cannot be secured.
- Will this HAT+ work with my older Raspberry Pi 4?No, this M.2 HAT+ utilizes the specific 16-pin PCIe FPC connector that is only available on the Raspberry Pi 5.
- Can I boot my Raspberry Pi 5 directly from the NVMe SSD installed on this HAT?Yes, the Raspberry Pi 5 supports booting directly from NVMe drives over PCIe; you just need to ensure your Pi's EEPROM firmware is updated and configured to boot from NVMe.
- Does this HAT+ block the installation of the official Active Cooler?No, the kit includes a 16mm GPIO stacking header and extended standoffs specifically designed to provide enough clearance for the official Active Cooler to operate underneath.
- Can I buy this official Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ today at your Hong Kong store?Yes, this official Raspberry Pi accessory is regularly stocked at our Sun Cheong Computer Co. Ltd. physical store in Sham Shui Po for immediate purchase and pickup.
Target Users / Applications
Target Users / Applications
- Home lab enthusiasts building high-speed NAS (Network Attached Storage) or database servers using the Raspberry Pi 5.
- Retro gaming arcade builders needing rapid load times for large ROM libraries stored on NVMe SSDs.
- IoT developers deploying edge computing nodes that require reliable, high-bandwidth local storage for data logging.
