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X872 V2.0-Interface
How to Power Pi4 & X872 V2.0
X872 V2.0-Work with M.2 NVMe Key-M SSD
X872 V2.0-Front View
X872 V2.0-Rear View

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Overview

The X872 is a USB 3.0 to NVMe SSD expansion board specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi 4, providing a simple and speedy means to expand storage capacity for your Raspberry Pi 4. This compact and sleek shield facilitates effortless connection of various M.2 SSD sizes (including 2280, 2260, 2242, and 2230) to your Raspberry Pi 4. The SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port enables rapid data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, allowing you to move large amounts of data within seconds. Additionally, the built-in LED light indicates the reading or writing status, eliminating the need for guesswork.

Whether you aim to establish a home media center or create a Network-attached storage (NAS) system for storing and streaming your videos, music, and photos, the X872 can function as an ideal storage solution. Moreover, it supports booting the operating system from your SSD, leading to quicker application launches, web serving, and file copying.


Raspberry Pi 4 M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA, mSATA Shield:

Product Name Compatible with Socket Power Requirement Matching Case Extra Cooling Solution Recommended Installation Video
X862 V2.0 Raspberry Pi 4 M.2 SATA Key-B NGFF SSD 2280 USB C 5Vdc +/-5% , ≥4A X857-C3 X735/X708 Click to play
X863 Raspberry Pi 4 M.2 SATA Key-B NGFF SSD 2280 USB C 5Vdc +/-5% , ≥4A X863-C1 X732 Click to play
X876 Raspberry Pi 4 M.2 NVMe Key-M 2280 USB C 5Vdc +/-5% , ≥4A X863-C1 X732 Click to play
X873 V2.0 Raspberry Pi 4 M.2 NVMe Key-M 2280 USB C 5Vdc +/-5% , ≥4A NO Matching Case yet - -
X872 V2.0 Raspberry Pi 4 M.2 NVMe Key-M 2280 USB C 5Vdc +/-5% , ≥4A X857-C3 X735/X708 -
X857 V2.0 Raspberry Pi 4 mSATA SSD USB C 5Vdc +/-5% , ≥4A X857-C3 X735/X708 Click to play


Features

FOR USE WITH

Raspberry Pi 4 Only

Key Features
  • Supports high-capacity M.2 NVMe solid-state drives up to 4TB
  • Accommodates various M.2 NVMe SSD form factors, including 2280, 2260, 2242, and 2230
  • Supporting booting OS from your SSD for faster app opens, web serving and file copying
  • Integrated USB 3.1 Gen1 to SATA 6Gb/s bridge controller
  • USB3.1 Gen1 5Gb/s connectivity offers plug-and-play functionality on your Raspberry Pi
  • Compatible with USB 2.0
  • LED blue indicator indicates drive status
  • Powering via both GPIO pin header and USB port, ensuring sufficient power supply without any worries
  • Designed to be attached on bottom, allows using your favorite HATs alongside it
  • Specially-made USB3.1 jumper to connect with Raspberry Pi - no additional cables needed
  • PCB Size: 87.3mm x 56mm
Technical Specification

Power supply :

  • 5Vdc +/-5% via USB3 port & GPIO pin header

Ports & Connectors:

  • USB socket - USB 3.0 type A
  • SSD connector - M.2 KEY-M 67P
Important Notes

The X872, a USB 3.0 devices might generate radio frequency interference that can cause Wi-Fi and other wireless devices operating in the 2.4GHz band to have issues communicating with your Raspberry Pi4. To avoid interference on the 2.4GHz band using Wi-Fi, try using the 5GHz band instead. If problem still exists, please turn off WiFi and use the wired network instead.

Packing List

  • X872 V2.0 shield x1
  • USB3.0 Connector x1
  • M2.5x9.5mm F/F Spacers x4
  • M2.5x7+6mm F/M Spacers x4
  • M2.5x5mm Screws x4
  • M2x4mm Screw x1

 

User Manual

FAQ

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