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M.2 SSD Module Help

Steve N. Mavronis
By Steve N. Mavronis
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I'm considering the ASUS Z170i Pro Gaming motherboard and it features an M.2 interface on the back. The specs say:

 

1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)

(For a 2242 storage device, use the bundled 2242 mounting kit)

 

I need some M.2 SSD examples so I don't get the wrong connector type, etc.

 

ASUS has a video where they use a Kingston HyperX Predator M.2 2280 240GB PCI-Express 2.0 x4 (SHPM2280P2/240G) at 8:40

 

https://youtu.be/dEPfwCLkOlQ?t=8m40s

 

Is it better to get one (instead of SSD) for the OS and Programs, and use either an SSD or HDD for data storage?

 

What are the recommended scenarios using a combination of M.2, SSD and/or HDD? 

System Specs https://pcpartpicker.com/b/96JV3C

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