Geekworm X1015 PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD HAT for Raspberry Pi 5
The Geekworm X1015 is a PCIe extension board designed for the Raspberry Pi 5, enabling high-speed M.2 NVMe SSD storage expansion up to 4TB via the Pi’s dedicated PCIe interface. This PIP TOP HAT offers data transfer speeds up to 8Gbps and maintains compatibility with official Raspberry Pi 5 cooling solutions.
Features
- PCIe 3.0 interface delivers up to 8Gbps data transfer for rapid storage access.
- Supports M.2 NVMe SSDs up to 4TB, accommodating common sizes (2280, 2260, 2242, 2230).
- Designed as a PIP TOP HAT, compatible with Raspberry Pi 5’s official passive cooler.
- Features integrated power and activity LED indicators for easy monitoring.
- Adheres to Raspberry Pi’s reference schematic, ensuring broad OS compatibility and long-term support.
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The Geekworm X1015 is a robust PCIe extension board engineered specifically for the Raspberry Pi 5, transforming its storage capabilities. This PIP TOP HAT allows for the integration of various M.2 NVMe SSD lengths, including 2280, 2260, 2242, and 2230, supporting capacities up to 4TB. By leveraging the Raspberry Pi 5’s native PCIe 2.0/3.0 interface, the X1015 facilitates blazing-fast data transfer speeds of up to 8Gbps, significantly enhancing system responsiveness and file handling for demanding applications.
Designed with practicality in mind, the X1015 adheres closely to the official Raspberry Pi reference schematic, ensuring seamless integration with Raspberry Pi OS and compatibility with upcoming updates. It also supports specialized modules like the Hailo AI acceleration module from the Raspberry Pi AI Kit. The board’s thoughtful design includes mounting holes and standoffs, providing secure physical protection for your SSDs while aiding in efficient heat dissipation. Furthermore, the X1015 is engineered to remain compatible with official Raspberry Pi passive coolers, maintaining optimal thermal performance without sacrificing system integrity.
Monitoring your storage operations is made straightforward with the X1015, which incorporates built-in LED indicators for both power and activity status. This feature eliminates guesswork regarding read/write operations, providing clear visual feedback on your SSD’s performance. Its stackable design also allows for placement beneath other HATs, maximizing the expansion potential of your Raspberry Pi 5 without increasing its overall footprint.
