QNAP Dual M.2 22110/2280 PCIe Gen2 x4 NVMe SSD Expansion Card

Overview

The QNAP QM2-2P-244A is a PCIe Gen2 x4 expansion card designed to add two NVMe M.2 solid-state drives to compatible QNAP NAS devices without sacrificing any 3.5-inch drive bays. It supports M.2 modules in 22110 or 2280 lengths and delivers up to 16 Gbps bandwidth, enabling faster data access for caching or tiered storage. This card is ideal for enhancing storage performance in environments like small offices, media studios, and home labs.

Key features

• PCIe Gen2 x4 interface provides up to 16 Gbps aggregate throughput for rapid data transfer.
• Dual NVMe SSD slots compatible with M.2 22110 and 2280 modules, offering flexibility in drive selection.
• Supports QNAP SSD caching and Qtier auto-tiering to accelerate file services and optimize storage efficiency.
• Integrated heatsink and quiet fan ensure consistent performance by effectively managing drive temperatures.
• Onboard temperature sensors and status LEDs deliver real-time monitoring of drive health and activity.
• Includes both full-height and low-profile brackets, making installation straightforward in tower and rackmount NAS systems.
• Expands storage speed without occupying any 3.5-inch bays, preserving bulk storage capacity for other drives.

Key specs

• Interface: PCIe Gen2 x4
• Maximum bandwidth: 16 Gbps aggregate throughput
• SSD slots: 2 x NVMe M.2 (supports 22110 and 2280 lengths, M-key)
• Cooling: Low-profile heatsink with quiet fan
• Monitoring: Onboard temperature sensors and status LEDs
• Compatibility: Includes full-height and low-profile brackets for various NAS chassis

Installation and setup

Installing the QM2-2P-244A is simple and requires only a screwdriver. The card fits into an available PCIe slot on your QNAP NAS, and the included brackets accommodate both tower and rackmount systems. Once installed, the QTS operating system immediately recognizes the card, allowing you to configure SSD caching or tiered storage pools quickly through an intuitive interface.

Ideal uses and environments

This expansion card is well suited to small offices handling large design files, studios editing high-resolution 4K video directly from the NAS, and home labs running multiple virtual machines. It provides a practical upgrade path to faster storage performance while maintaining existing bulk storage capacity, making it a strong choice for users who need both speed and space efficiency.