M.2 Socket 3 (M Key) Carrier
SSD24200HR, SSD24100HR, SSD34200HR, and SSD34100HR

 

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Description

RTD’s SSD24200HR high speed SSD storage module is based on the M.2 format (formerly called Next Generation Form Factor, or NGFF). Two M.2 Socket 3 interfaces leverage the PCIe/104 Type 2 connector, allowing the inserted devices to utilize a PCIe x4 link or SATA connection for data transfer to and from the host CPU.

 

The Non-Volatile Memory Express protocol (NVMe) enables high speed data transfer from the CPU’s PCIe x4 connection to the SSD device at theoretical transfer rates up to 985 MB/s per lane (PCIe revision 3.0). These low latencies make the SSD24200HR the perfect candidate for edge computing applications. Pair the SSD24200HR with RTD’s 25 MSPS data acquisition module (DM34216HR), and continuous data from four high speed A/Ds can simultaneously be written to SSD via the PCIe x4 connection without losing any data.

 

The dual M.2 sockets of the SSD24200HR enable a shorter stack height over traditional PCIe/104 storage technologies, making it particularly attractive to SWaP- sensitive applications which are often limited to one 2.5” SATA drive per board.

 

For applications where only one M.2 socket is required, RTD offers the SSD24100HR single socket ordering option.

 

These products are available as PCIe/104 modules, without the PCI bus connector installed. These part numbers are the SSD34200HR and SSD34100HR.

 

Compatibility Note: These M.2 M Key carriers are compatible with RTD's Intel Xeon and Core i3 (Kaby Lake) SBCs and RTD's Intel Core i7 (Chief River) SBCs. These modules are not compatible with other PCI Express CPUs such as those from the Intel Atom E3800 or Intel Core 2 Duo lines.

Key Features

• PC/104 form factor
• PCIe/104 stackable bus structure
  • PCIe Type 2 expansion bus
  • PCI pass-through expansion bus (SSD24- versions only)
• High speed SSD storage
• Up to two M.2 sockets in the socket 3 configuration (M key) support SATA and PCI Express SSDs
  • SATA SSDs supported through AHCI with theoretical transfer rates up to 6 Gbit/s per SATA link (SATA revision 3.1)
  • PCI Express SSDs supported through NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) with theoretical transfer rates up to 985 MB/s per PCIe lane (PCIe revision 3.0)
  • Transfer rates may be limited by the host cpuModule
• Uses PCIe x4 links and SATA links from the host PCIe Type 2 cpuModule
• Available in stackable, rugged enclosures
• Requires only +5 VDC for operation
• Compatible CPU Product Families
  • Intel Xeon and Core i3
  • Intel Core i7
• Selected M.2 devices may affect standard operating temperature and power requirements

Connector Interface

• Stackable Buses
  • PCIe Type 2 expansion bus
  • PCI pass-through expansion bus (SSD24- versions only)
• Onboard Sockets
  • Up to two M.2 sockets in the socket 3 configuration (M key)
  • Each socket support one PCI Express x4 link and one SATA link (the interface is selected by the device inserted into the socket)
  • Compliant with PCI Express M.2 Specification Revision 1.1

M.2 Device Specifications

The options below show specifications for two devices from Apacer. Note that these products are compatible with M.2 Socket 3 compliant devices from a variety manufacturers. If you are interested in ordering this M.2 carrier with specific devices installed, please contact RTD Sales.

• NMVe M.2 (Apacer PM110-M280)
  • Sequential read up to 2,780 MB/sec
  • Sequential write up to 1,405 MB/sec
  • Burst read/write: 4GB/sec
• SATA M.2 (Apacer SM230-M280)
  • Sequential read up to 480 MB/sec
  • Sequential write up to 490 MB/sec
  • Burst read/write: 600MB/sec

Software

• SATA SSDs natively supported through the AHCI driver
• PCIe Express SSDs supported through NVMe:
• Natively supported in Linux 3.x (3.3 and newer) and 4.x Kernels
• Natively supported in the latest updates for Windows 7 and 10 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• NVMe boot permitted when supported by the BIOS of the host cpuModules or if the selected NVMe device has an option ROM onboard

Physical Attributes

• Dimensions
  • Length (L): 3.775 inches (95.89 mm)
  • Width (W): 3.550 inches (90.17 mm)
  • Stand-off Height: 0.600 inches (15.24 mm)
• Weight:
  • SSD24100 (no drives installed): 0.12 lbs. (54 g)
  • SSD24200 (no drives installed): 0.14 lbs. (64 g)
• Standard Operating Temperature, 90% humidity non-condensing: -40 to +85°C
  • Note: Operating temperature may be limited by any installed M.2 devices
• Storage Temperature: -55 to +125°C
• MTBF
  • SSD24100HR (no drives installed): 16,789,623 hours
  • SSD24200HR (no drives installed): 11,329,841 hours
• Input Power Requirements: +5 VDC
• Typical Power Consumption
  • SSD24200HR/N128/N128: 2.175 W
  • SSD24100HR/N128: 1.600 W

Documentation and Downloads

• Hardware Manual
• Rugged Enclosure (IDAN) Datasheet

Ordering Information

Part Number	Description	Value OEM
SSD34100HR	PCIe/104 M.2 Socket 3 Carrier (one available socket)	$465
SSD34200HR	PCIe/104 M.2 Socket 3 Carrier (two available sockets)	$495
SSD24100HR	PCI/104-Express M.2 Socket 3 Carrier (one available socket)	$515
SSD24200HR	PCI/104-Express M.2 Socket 3 Carrier (two available sockets)	$545

 

 

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