PEX8M2E2The StarTech.com Dual M.2 PCIe SSD Adapter, part number PEX8M2E2, allows for the integration of two high-performance PCIe 3.0 M.2 SSDs (NVMe or AHCI) into a desktop workstation or server. It utilizes an ASM2824 switch, enabling simultaneous access to both M.2 drives without relying on PCIe bifurcation, which ensures compatibility with both new and legacy systems. The card connects to an x8 or larger PCIe expansion slot and supports PCIe 3.0 motherboards, with backward compatibility for PCIe 2.0