Compatible M.2 NVME SSD heatsinks for use in a NAS
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If there are other chips and components underneath the M.2, we would recommend single sided heatsink that strap on or glue on.

ineo M.2 heatsink 2280 SSD with Thermal Silicone pad for M.2 PCIE NVMe SSD [M16]


Installing M.2 Solid-State Drives The TS-hX86 series has two M.2 SSD slots on the Right Panel. For a list of compatible M.2 SSDs, go to http://www.qnap.com/compatibility.
1. Power off the device.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
3. Disconnect all cables and external attachments.
4. Remove the case cover.
a. Loosen the screws. b. Slide the cover back. c. Lift the cover off the device.
5. Remove the fan module [if any].
a. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board. b. Remove the screw that secures the module to the chassis. c. Press the clip and then pull the module away from the system board.
6. Install a heatsink on the M.2 SSD. a. Locate the controller on the M.2 SSD.
7. Install the M.2 SSD.
a. Pull out the pushpin.
b. Insert the M.2 SSD into the slot.
c. Insert the pushpin to secure the drive.
8. Attach the fan module.
a. Align the protruding part of the module with the hole on the chassis below the M.2 SSD slot.
b. Push the module toward the system board until the clip locks the module into place.
c. Attach the screws.
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