Aqua Computer Unveils KryoM.2 PCIe Riser, Heatsink, and Block for M.2 SSDs

[Ubersonic]

Wouldn't one want to remove the sticker first? I'm almost sure it will be hindering the cooling capacity of the M.2 SSD.

That would void the warranty. The thermal insulation of the sticker is almost non existent, removing it wouldn't even drop temps by a degree.

If it was a CPU cooler then it would be a big issue but this heatsink is using a thermal pad not TIM.

 

[Solidstate89]

Do M.2 SSDs heat so much you have to cool them with heat sinks or even water cooling?

Not so bad that they need water cooling, but yes, AnandTech's reviews show that the M.2 style SSD "gum sticks" can definitely thermal throttle due to their small size and no passive heat sinks. Intel's 750 PCI-e SSD for example doesn't suffer from the same thermal throttle slow downs due to using a heat sink design.

 

[broken pixel]

That would void the warranty. The thermal insulation of the sticker is almost non existent, removing it wouldn't even drop temps by a degree.

If it was a CPU cooler then it would be a big issue but this heatsink is using a thermal pad not TIM.

I dont think it voids the warranty & the sticker is easy to remove & place on the bottom so it can be easily moved back to the original place.

 

[R-T-B]

I dont think it voids the warranty & the sticker is easy to remove & place on the bottom so it can be easily moved back to the original place.

It almost certainly voids the warranty. It has a serial number on it for a reason. Whether or not they'll notice is another question.

 

[PP Mguire]

Not all M.2 SSDs thermal throttle. The 950pro is almost the only one, as my Predator can be benched all day without having a heating issue.

 

[Solidstate89]

Not all M.2 SSDs thermal throttle. The 950pro is almost the only one, as my Predator can be benched all day without having a heating issue.

The Predator uses a PCI-e 2.0 interface, while the 950 Pro uses a PCI-e 3.0 interface. It makes a big difference with speeds, and to handle that kind of throughput, you need a high powered controller which adds to the heat of the NAND itself being accessed at such high speeds.

 

[broken pixel]

It almost certainly voids the warranty. It has a serial number on it for a reason. Whether or not they'll notice is another question.

Simple, remove the sticker & place it on the bottom. If one needs to RMA then remove the sticker from the bottom & place it back on top. The serial number is also on the box.

 

[R-T-B]

Simple, remove the sticker & place it on the bottom. If one needs to RMA then remove the sticker from the bottom & place it back on top. The serial number is also on the box.

I did say "whether they will notice is another question."

 

[hyp36rmax]

I own the Angelbird PX1. The Aquacomputer interest me just because I can put a waterblock on it









Comparison with the ASUS Hyper M.2 X4 Mini





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Installation is a breeze/ Notice the little notch for the M.2. This is actually a revised board compared to the installation manual from Angelbird's website



How the ASUS Hyper and the Angelbird PX1 look in the system.







Now let's see how both perform! Tested with ASUS Hyper M.2 Mini, PX1, PX1 (No Cover) and a HyperX Predator 240GB M.2 SSD

Ambient Temperature: 17°C
ASUS Hyper M.2 X4 Mini: 46°C
Angel Bird PX1: 42°C
Angel Bird PX1 (No Cover): 50°C



Build Log: #projectEVO: Link

 

[broken pixel]

I did say "whether they will notice is another question."

Sure they would notice, but would they care? Hell no! Sure they would if they noticed physical damage to the pcb. It's not like it is a void warranty if removed sticker, even then if you speak with tech support & explain the reason for removing such a sticker they understand.

 

[R-T-B]

Sure they would notice, but would they care? Hell no! Sure they would if they noticed physical damage to the pcb. It's not like it is a void warranty if removed sticker, even then if you speak with tech support & explain the reason for removing such a sticker they understand.

I'm of the opposite philosophy: I think they would care but I doubt they'd notice. RMA's typically don't look at items very long, but will void for any reason they can think of.

It's certainly not as cut and dry as you think at any rate. Several review sites have stated this likely voids the warranty.

 

[Bjørgersson]

Thanks guys, never would've thought.