Are you searching for an M.2 HAT for your Raspberry Pi 5 that fits snugly in the official case? We were too! That's why we developed the Pineboards HatDrive! Nano. Now you don't have to leave your Raspberry Pi exposed. This nifty device supports both M.2 2230 and M.2 2242 form - factor devices with an M - Key connection. You can install an NVMe SSD and enjoy super - fast storage via the Raspberry Pi’s PCIe Gen 2/3 connection. Or, you can install AI accelerators or other M - Key devices. One of the Nano's best features is its small size. It doesn't block the fan on the Raspberry Pi Active Cooler, allowing it to draw in enough air to keep things cool. And if you need to use the GPIO header, it's easily accessible. Each HatDrive! Nano comes with a 25mm impedance - controlled PCIe FPC cable to connect to your Raspberry Pi 5, along with all the necessary screws for assembly. Note that the Raspberry Pi 5 and case are not included. We also offer PCIe FPC Bundles, including an XL version. If you're integrating this board into a custom project, the optional Pineboards PCIe FPC Bundle with a 100mm ribbon cable gives you more flexibility during installation. Here are the key features: Incredibly small footprint (just 55x34mm at its widest points), official case compatibility, wide - ranging device support, high - quality components like a 3A buck converter for efficiency and less heat, high - quality accessories including a reliable PCIe cable and metal screws/spacers, and great value for your money. Resources will be available soon. The package includes 1x HatDrive! Nano board, 1x 25mm PCIe FPC cable with controlled impedance, and 1x fixings set. Remember, Raspberry Pi 5 and case are not included.
Using the Pineboards HatDrive! Nano is a breeze. First, take the 25mm impedance - controlled PCIe FPC cable that comes with the package and connect it to your Raspberry Pi 5. Then, use the provided screws to assemble the HatDrive! Nano either inside the official Raspberry Pi 5 case or outside it. You can install an NVMe SSD or other M - Key devices on the HatDrive! Nano to enjoy faster storage or other functions. When it comes to the GPIO header, you can access it freely whenever you need. There are a few things to note. The Raspberry Pi 5 and the case are not included in the package, so you'll need to get them separately. Also, make sure to handle the PCIe FPC cable gently as it's quite delicate. For maintenance, keep the HatDrive! Nano clean and free from dust. You can use a soft brush to gently clean it. If you're using it in a custom project and opt for the PCIe FPC Bundle, the 100mm ribbon cable gives you more flexibility during installation, but handle it with care too. That's all you need to know to get the most out of your Pineboards HatDrive! Nano.
