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ZDE ZP517B PCIe to M.2 Key M NVMe HAT SSD Hard Drive Adapter Board PIP PCIe Peripheral Board for Raspberry Pi 5 Compatible with M.2 SSD 2230 2242 2260 2280
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ZDE ZP517B PCIe to M.2 Key M NVMe HAT SSD Hard Drive Adapter Board PIP PCIe Peripheral Board for Raspberry Pi 5 Compatible with M.2 SSD 2230 2242 2260 2280

Bottom line: The ZDE ZP517B PCIe to M.2 Key M NVMe HAT SSD Hard Drive Adapter Board 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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Manufacturer description

About this item The ZP517B board is an M.2 Key-M NVMe SSD PIP PCIe Peripheral Board for the Raspberry Pi 5 that uses the new PCIE interface of the Raspberry Pi 5 to utilize the NVME M2 SSDs for fast data transfers and ultra-fast booting. Compatible with M.2 KEY-M NVMe SSD in 2230/2242/2260/2280 length. Pay attention not to reserve the nut column to fix the 2230/2242/2260 length SSD. The ZP517B hardware has no limit on NVMe SSD capacity, which depends on the Raspberry Pi OS. We don’t recommend to use NVMe SSD drives which is equipped with a Phison controller due to their proven…

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SpecPicks scored ZDE ZP517B PCIe to M.2 Key M NVMe HAT SSD Hard Drive Adapter Board… 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 ZP517B board is an M.2 Key-M NVMe SSD PIP PCIe Peripheral Board for the Raspberry Pi 5 that uses the new PCIE interface of the Raspberry Pi 5 to utilize the NVME M2 SSDs for fast data transfers and ultra-fast booting.
  • Compatible with M.2 KEY-M NVMe SSD in 2230/2242/2260/2280 length. Pay attention not to reserve the nut column to fix the 2230/2242/2260 length SSD.
  • The ZP517B hardware has no limit on NVMe SSD capacity, which depends on the Raspberry Pi OS. We don’t recommend to use NVMe SSD drives which is equipped with a Phison controller due to their proven incompatibility.
  • Great Accessories for Raspberry Pi 5 ZP517B PCIe Peripheral Board is only compatible with Raspberry Pi 5 8GB / 4GB computer (NOT include Raspberry Pi 5).
  • Note The PCIe Peripheral Board is compatible with M.2 NVMe SSDs, not compatible with M.2 SATA SSDs, M.2 PCIe AHCI SSDs, or other M.2 non-NVMe devices.

Full Specifications

ASINB0D1R242PK
BrandZDE
StyleClassic
Style NameClassic
Item Weight13.6 Grams
ManufacturerZDE
Model NumberZP517B
Built-In MediaPCIe FPC Cable, Screws Pack Accessories, ZP517B PCIe Peripheral Board
Compatible DevicesRaspberry Pi 5
Hardware InterfacePCI Express x1
Product Dimensions3.35"L x 2.2"W x 0.24"H
Warranty Description1 year manufacturer
Item Dimensions L x W x H3.35"L x 2.2"W x 0.24"H

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