Internal M.2 adapter card INTER-TECH KT005B — SATA host to M.2, 6 Gbit/s, 101×140×25 mm, black/green

INTER-TECH KT005B is an internal adapter card that converts a SATA host interface to an M.2 output, enabling installation of M.2 storage devices in systems with available SATA connections. The adapter supports SATA III transfer speeds up to 6 Gbit/s and is compatible with common desktop and small-form-factor systems. Its compact dimensions of 101 × 140 × 25 mm and black/green colour scheme allow integration into a variety of PC builds where an M.2 slot is not natively available.

Advantages

This adapter provides a straightforward hardware solution to add M.2 storage support via an existing SATA connection without requiring motherboard replacement. It supports SATA III bandwidth up to 6 Gbit/s for standard SATA-based M.2 modules and is designed for internal mounting with a compact footprint. The card's construction and connector layout aim to preserve signal integrity and reliable physical connection between host and M.2 device.

Suitable for

• Upgrading desktop PCs to use M.2 SATA storage where no M.2 slot is present
• Adding additional internal storage in small-form-factor systems or older motherboards
• Testing or cloning M.2 SATA modules using an available SATA port
• Systems running supported versions of Windows or macOS that accept SATA-attached M.2 drives

Key specifications

• Interface conversion: SATA host to M.2 output (SATA protocol)
• Maximum data transfer rate: up to 6 Gbit/s (SATA III)
• Form factor / dimensions: 101 × 140 × 25 mm
• Mounting: internal adapter card for installation inside PC chassis
• Colour: black and green
• Compatible storage type: M.2 drives using SATA signalling (not NVMe over PCIe)

How to use

Power down the PC and disconnect it from the mains before installation. Mount the adapter card inside the chassis in a suitable location and connect a SATA data cable from the motherboard or SATA controller to the adapter's SATA host connector. Install the M.2 SATA module onto the adapter following the module’s alignment and fastening points. Reconnect power and start the system; verify that the operating system detects the M.2 drive. If necessary, initialize and format the drive within the OS disk management tools before use.

Usage recommendations

Use compatible M.2 modules that communicate over SATA signalling; this adapter does not provide NVMe/PCIe support. Ensure airflow around the adapter and M.2 module to avoid thermal throttling during sustained workloads. Consult your operating system’s disk management utilities to prepare the new drive and ensure that any necessary drivers or firmware updates are applied to the host system.