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ZDE ZP517A PCIe to M.2 HAT Key-M NVMe SSD Solid State Drive Adapter Board PIP PCIe Peripheral Board for Raspberry Pi 5 Support M.2 NVMe SSD 2230 2242 2260 2280
Bottom line: The ZDE ZP517A PCIe to M.2 HAT Key-M NVMe SSD Solid State Drive Adapter is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the single-board computers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ How to Power Power the ZP517A shield directly from the PCIe FFC ribbon cable.
- ✓ Backed by ZDE's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
About this item The ZP517A HAT is an M.2 Key-M NVMe SSD Expansion Board for the Raspberry Pi 5 that uses the new PCIe interface of the Raspberry Pi 5 to utilize the M.2 NVMe SSDs for ultra-fast booting and fast data transmission. Supports Gen2 and Gen3 modes. ZP517A M.2 NVMe to PCIe Adapter Board supports the installation of M.2 Key-M NVMe SSD in 2230/2242/2260/2280 length (Solid State Drive is not included). Comes with extra screws kit for 2230/2242/2260 SSD installation, no soldering required. Great Accessories for Raspberry Pi 5: ZP517A PCIe Peripheral Board is compatible with Raspberry…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ZDE ZP517A PCIe to M.2 HAT Key-M NVMe SSD Solid State Drive Adapter… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the single-board computers category. ZDE's single-board computers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for single-board computers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- The ZP517A HAT is an M.2 Key-M NVMe SSD Expansion Board for the Raspberry Pi 5 that uses the new PCIe interface of the Raspberry Pi 5 to utilize the M.2 NVMe SSDs for ultra-fast booting and fast data transmission. Supports Gen2 and Gen3 modes.
- ZP517A M.2 NVMe to PCIe Adapter Board supports the installation of M.2 Key-M NVMe SSD in 2230/2242/2260/2280 length (Solid State Drive is not included). Comes with extra screws kit for 2230/2242/2260 SSD installation, no soldering required.
- Great Accessories for Raspberry Pi 5 ZP517A PCIe Peripheral Board is compatible with Raspberry Pi 5 2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB SBC (NOT include Raspberry Pi 5).
- This PCIe to M.2 NVMe adapter supports the installation of official Pi 5 active cooler (Not Included). Cooling fan provides better heatsink for Raspberry Pi 5 and SSD.
- How to Power Power the ZP517A shield directly from the PCIe FFC ribbon cable.
- This ZP517A top HAT is suitable for use with aluminum case. For an aluminum enclosure, please refer to ZC501(ASIN B0DSZYLMSS) and ZC502(ASIN B0F2995JCY); for Active Cooler, please refer to ZP536(ASIN B0DSZYHNF5); for Aluminum Case with Active Cooler, please refer to ZP537(ASIN B0DSZVN5YX) and ZP540(ASIN B0F299H1Y8).
Full Specifications
| ASIN | B0D1QYDJJJ |
|---|---|
| Brand | ZDE |
| Style | Classic |
| Style Name | Classic |
| Item Weight | 13.6 Grams |
| Manufacturer | ZDE |
| Model Number | ZP517A |
| Built-In Media | PCIe FFC Cable, Screws Pack Accessories, ZP517A PCIe Peripheral Board |
| Compatible Devices | Raspberry Pi 5 |
| Hardware Interface | PCI Express x1 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.35"L x 2.2"W x 0.24"H |
| Warranty Description | one month manufacturer |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.35"L x 2.2"W x 0.24"H |
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