{"product_id":"yahboom-pcie-m2-adapter","title":"Yahboom YB-EPA01-V1.0 PCIe to M.2 Adapter Expansion Board for Raspberry Pi 5 NVMe 2230-2280","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ePCIe to M.2 adapter expansion board\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi 5\u003c\/strong\u003e connects an \u003cstrong\u003eM.2 NVMe SSD\u003c\/strong\u003e (M.2 interface) to the Raspberry Pi 5 \u003cstrong\u003ePCIe 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e slot for storage expansion and optional system boot from the NVMe SSD. It supports multiple M.2 SSD lengths (2230\/2242\/2260\/2280) and is designed to stack on the back of the Raspberry Pi 5 without blocking heatsink\/case installation. The board supports \u003cstrong\u003eGen2\/Gen3 modes\u003c\/strong\u003e and uses an FPC adapter cable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned specifically for Raspberry Pi 5\u003c\/strong\u003e; supports stacking with Raspberry Pi 5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD\u003c\/strong\u003e adapter (note: only supports \u003cstrong\u003eNVMe SSD protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported M.2 sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2230 \/ 2242 \/ 2260 \/ 2280.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Gen2\/Gen3 modes\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebooting Raspberry Pi 5 from SSD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFPC elbow cable design with connection silkscreen prompts to help avoid incorrect wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack-mounted stacking design intended to avoid impacting heat dissipation and case installation; supports installation of an \u003cstrong\u003eactive radiator\u003c\/strong\u003e (cooler) above the Raspberry Pi 5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection note: if the cable is connected in reverse, it will not work and may cause malfunction and damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCIe to M.2 adapter expansion board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCIe 2.0 slot (via FPC adapter cable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM.2 socket marking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM KEY PCI EXPRESS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported SSD protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM.2 NVMe SSD (only supports NVMe SSD protocol)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplicable SSD keying (as indicated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM Key; B\u0026amp;M Key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported M.2 sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2230 \/ 2242 \/ 2260 \/ 2280\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGen2 \/ Gen3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoot support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports booting Raspberry Pi 5 from SSD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection cable note\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnect Raspberry Pi 5 via 16-pin cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard marking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYahboom YB-EPA01-V1.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance reference (as shown)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial data: Raspberry Pi \u003cstrong\u003eGen2\u003c\/strong\u003e mode theoretical bandwidth: \u003cstrong\u003e5Gbps\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial data: Raspberry Pi \u003cstrong\u003eGen3\u003c\/strong\u003e mode theoretical bandwidth: \u003cstrong\u003e8Gbps\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasured (for reference only): SD card buffered disk reads: \u003cstrong\u003e75.32 MB\/sec\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasured (for reference only): M.2 NVMe buffered disk reads: \u003cstrong\u003e777.93 MB\/sec\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The measured data is for reference only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePackage contents vary by version selection:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe to M.2 Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e: PCIe to M.2 adapter board, FPC adapter cable, screw copper pillar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe to M.2 Adapter + 256GB SSD (2280)\u003c\/strong\u003e: PCIe to M.2 adapter board, \u003cstrong\u003e256GB SSD (2280)\u003c\/strong\u003e, FPC adapter cable, screw copper pillar; system image file has been written; Raspberry Pi 5 official system image file is pre-installed for direct use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e*Shipping list does not include Raspberry Pi 5 and active radiator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi 5 storage expansion using M.2 NVMe SSD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProjects requiring faster read\/write speed than microSD storage (performance depends on SSD, configuration, and system settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem boot from NVMe SSD (requires configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor compatibility checks (SSD size\/keying, boot configuration, or stacking\/case fitment), contact \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps:\/\/rcdrone.top\/\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@rcdrone.top\"\u003esupport@rcdrone.top\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTutorial Video\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0AZlV75vpVA\" title=\"PCIe to M.2 adapter expansion board for Raspberry Pi 5\" width=\"600\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eManuals \/ Tutorials\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.yahboom.net\/study\/YB-PCle-M.2\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePCIE to M.2 expansion board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSSD boot operation method (as shown)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n    Enter the following command to modify the boot information:\n    \u003cpre\u003e\u003ccode\u003esudo rpi-eeprom-config --edit\u003c\/code\u003e\u003c\/pre\u003e\n    Modify:\n    \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ccode\u003eBOOT_ORDER\u003c\/code\u003e to: \u003ccode\u003eBOOT_ORDER=0xf416\u003c\/code\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnable \u003ccode\u003ePCIE_PROBE\u003c\/code\u003e: \u003ccode\u003ePCIE_PROBE=1\u003c\/code\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n    Then save, exit and restart.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n    Install the NVMe system. Open the terminal and enter the following commands (as shown):\n    \u003cpre\u003e\u003ccode\u003esudo rpi-eeprom-config--edit\nsudo apt updates\nsudo apt install rpi-imager\u003c\/code\u003e\u003c\/pre\u003e\n    Then, by clicking the Raspberry Pi icon on the desktop \u0026gt; Accessories \u0026gt; Imager, install the system to the NVMe solid state drive.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"details\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-gallery\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Yahboom YB-EPA01-V1.0 PCIe to M.2 adapter expansion card for Raspberry Pi 5, supports 2230–2280 NVMe SSDs\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5.jpg?v=1782061496\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd fast NVMe storage to Raspberry Pi 5 through its PCIe connection while keeping a compact, back-mounted stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Key feature icons for the PCIe to M.2 board: Raspberry Pi 5 fit, 2230–2280 support, faster read\/write, stackable, active cooler compatible\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_396bc7f3-ba64-42d3-8a10-f6641b16fee9.jpg?v=1782061501\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to support multiple M.2 lengths, faster I\/O than microSD, and compatibility with stacking and active cooling setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Yahboom PCIe to M.2 NVMe adapter board with an M.2 SSD installed for Raspberry Pi 5 storage expansion\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_9a2d807f-597d-4276-9c10-d8ef2c6c6d99.jpg?v=1782061508\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn M.2 NVMe SSD mounts directly to the board, enabling storage expansion and optional boot from NVMe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Version options for the PCIe to M.2 kit: adapter-only or adapter with 256GB 2280 NVMe SSD and mounting hardware\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_afb8c6d4-11d6-49b3-a77e-6016e59598fb.jpg?v=1782061514\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the adapter by itself or a bundle that includes a preinstalled 256GB 2280 NVMe SSD and mounting parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"16‑pin FPC elbow ribbon cable for Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe connection, with orientation labels on the cable ends\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_072dda2c-4491-49c8-8b96-6615caff6b8c.jpg?v=1782061520\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe labeled FPC elbow cable helps align the Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe connection correctly during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Exploded view of Raspberry Pi 5 stack with active cooler, FPC cable, PCIe to M.2 board, standoffs, and NVMe SSD\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_bf01fe24-e875-4f49-b6fd-4592f15504ff.jpg?v=1782061526\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe low-profile, back-mounted layout leaves room for an active cooler above the Raspberry Pi 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Banner promoting an official active cooler for Raspberry Pi 5, separate purchase\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_4b35dd2f-2625-4147-829b-1c0673dc8165.jpg?v=1782061532\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Banner promoting a Yahboom cool cooler for Raspberry Pi 5, separate purchase\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_67774614-33b0-4475-88a3-ad127437dc6a.jpg?v=1782061537\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Raspberry Pi 5 installed in a chassis case with the PCIe to M.2 NVMe expansion mounted inside\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_0f379692-b6c7-4ce6-a4f3-f4198a978bf5.jpg?v=1782061543\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorks with enclosure builds where the Raspberry Pi 5 and the NVMe expansion are mounted inside a chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Banner promoting a chassis box accessory, separate purchase\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_3fdaf9b6-1004-4c47-8bef-e31545eb0535.jpg?v=1782061549\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"M.2 NVMe size compatibility guide for the adapter board: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 mounting positions\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_483e9d04-d585-47d1-837e-ccd69a7eeda6.jpg?v=1782061554\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMultiple standoff positions support common M.2 NVMe lengths from 2230 through 2280.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Applicable SSD keying for the M.2 socket: M Key and B\u0026amp;M Key (NVMe protocol only)\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_e3c82f6f-c664-41ec-80d0-8c69c86435dc.jpg?v=1782061561\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M.2 slot accepts M‑Key and B\u0026amp;M‑Key NVMe drives (NVMe protocol only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Performance comparison chart for Raspberry Pi 5: SD card vs NVMe over PCIe with Gen2\/Gen3 bandwidth notes\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_84794500-7c8a-4117-9939-1b915d6b8221.jpg?v=1782061567\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"SSD boot setup instructions screen for Raspberry Pi 5, showing EEPROM configuration commands and boot order settings\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_ca0b1bb4-106c-4fad-8556-72be4082186a.jpg?v=1782061572\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Yahboom YB-EPA01-V1.0 PCIe to M.2 adapter stacked under Raspberry Pi 5, with correct vs reversed 16‑pin FPC cable orientation\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_cc3c04b8-8743-47b5-9021-85e4ab831849.jpg?v=1782061578\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCorrect FPC cable orientation is required; reversing the cable can prevent operation and may cause damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up of the adapter board LEDs labeled PWR and ACT for power and NVMe read\/write activity status\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_e48e3934-ffbc-4371-914c-bb5543e81bb4.jpg?v=1782061585\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn-board PWR and ACT LEDs provide quick status checks for power and drive activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Stacking installation view of Raspberry Pi 5 mounted above the PCIe to M.2 adapter using standoffs\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_63787d51-9f40-40a1-a701-aeae93a332c2.jpg?v=1782061591\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe board matches the Raspberry Pi 5 footprint for clean, stacked mounting on the back side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Step-by-step installation diagram: optional cooler\/fan, standoff columns, install M.2 SSD, and complete stacked assembly\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_ac6fdfa6-7f20-4484-8e45-1e11a0238cac.jpg?v=1782061597\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the sequence for mounting the SSD and standoffs, then complete the stacked assembly with optional cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Tutorial link and setup screenshots for Yahboom PCIe to M.2 adapter (YB-EPA01-V1.0) installation\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_5ec96017-c57e-47f1-ba02-58d53627eae3.jpg?v=1782061603\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Yahboom tutorial link provides step-by-step guidance for installing and using the PCIe to M.2 adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Yahboom PCIe to M.2 adapter expansion card parameters diagram with 88×56 mm dimensions and M.2 M-key NVMe specs\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/PCIe-to-M2-adapter-expansion-board-for-Raspberry-Pi-5_722b3e4e-fa84-4509-be3f-19f40bd99d5c.jpg?v=1782061609\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Yahboom YB-EPA01-V1.0 PCIe to M.2 adapter uses an M.2 M-Key NVMe interface and compact 88×56×17 mm layout for Raspberry Pi 5 storage expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Yahboom YB-EPA01-V1.0 adapter board with USB-A plug and multiple M.2 mounting positions on black PCB\" loading=\"lazy\" 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