Is the Intel SSD 660p 512GB M.2 PCIe module compatible with this motherboard: MSI X99A SLI Plus Gaming 7. The mobo is over 3 years old and manual says its M.2 port supports M.2 SATA 6Gb/s. Thanks!

[n_scott_pearson · Accepted solution]

No. The 660p modules are M.2 NVMe SSDs and will not work in slots specifically intended to support M.2 SATA SSDs. In fact, the keying of these modules is such that they, in theory, will not plug into slots intended to support only M.2 SATA SSDs.

...S

[JHein15]

I took a second look at the mobo manual and the exact sentence says, "The M.2 port supports either M.2 SATA 6Gb/s module or M.2 PCIe module." Does that mean the 660p WILL work? Sorry for my stupidity in not reading the manual better.

[JosafathB_Intel]

Hello JHein15, Thank you for contacting Intel® Memory & Storage Support. As we understand, you need assistance with your Intel® SSD 660p Series. If we infer correctly we will appreciate if you can review the following information: • Based on the Intel® Product Compatibility Tool (http://compatibleproducts.intel.com/ProductDetails?activeModule=Memory%20and%20Storage#) your Asus* motherboard is not listed as compatible hardware. • We advise you to contact your OEM (original equipment manufacturer) Asus* to get further information about compatible and tested hardware. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Best regards, Josh B. Intel® Customer Support Technician Under Contract to Intel Corporation

[JosafathB_Intel]

Hello JHein15,

Thank you for having contacted Intel® Memory & Storage Support. 

This is just a friendly reminder that your case remains open.

Should you need our technical assistance please do not hesitate to contact us back. 

Best regards,

Josh B.

Intel® Customer Support Technician

Under Contract to Intel Corporation