
PRODUCT DETAILS
Extension Board
› HARDWARE OVERVIEW
- The X1015 connects an M.2 NVMe SSD (2230, 2242, 2260, or 2280 sizes) directly to the Pi 5’s PCIe 2.0 x1 interface (5 Gbps max), offering real-world speeds around 400-500 MB/s. This is a huge leap over microSD cards (~50-100 MB/s) or USB 3.0 drives (~300-400 MB/s shared), making it ideal for “project-ready NVMe storage” like booting the OS, running databases, or hosting a snappy media server.
- Unlike bottom-mounted shields, the X1015 sits atop the Pi 5, preserving access to the underside and avoiding conflicts with cases or other HATs. It includes a 40-pin GPIO header for stacking, which is great for creative setups needing both storage and additional HATs (e.g., sensors or displays).
- It supports the Raspberry Pi AI Kit’s Hailo-8L module with PCIe 3.0 compatibility (up to 8 Gbps, though Pi 5 caps at PCIe 2.0 speeds unless tweaked). This suits AI projects or high-performance tasks—think real-time inference or data-heavy workloads—where low latency and high IOPS matter.
- Powered via the Pi’s GPIO (5V, up to 3A for the SSD), it avoids external power clutter. It aligns with the official M.2 HAT+ schematic, ensuring long-term software support and ease of use for project builders.
- Think DIY NAS, AI vision systems, or fast boot drives—offering NVMe speed and flexibility without breaking the bank
› APPLICATIONS
The X1015 extension board opens up a plethora of applications for Raspberry Pi 5 users, from creating a high-speed, network-attached storage (NAS) solution, to hosting a home media server with quick data access. It's particularly suited for applications requiring fast data access and storage, such as real-time data analysis, edge computing, and AI model training directly on the Raspberry Pi 5. Enthusiasts can leverage the increased storage speed for projects involving large datasets, like video processing or machine learning, where traditional storage solutions would bottleneck performance. The board's design allows for customization in terms of cooling solutions, offering compatibility with various aftermarket heatsinks or fan setups to ensure optimal performance even under high load.
› DOCUMENTATION
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