5 open source boards using the M.2-CONNECTOR-E

Real designs built with the M.2-CONNECTOR-E, from public GitHub projects: a quick way to see how others power, decouple and connect it. Each board comes with its KiCad files, full parts list and a render — and you can simulate its firmware on HardLabs.

The M.2-CONNECTOR-E in open source designs

The gallery holds 5 open source boards using the M.2-CONNECTOR-E from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 76.2 × 73.8 mm and carries around 83 components.

80% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.

The most starred is Clear Chip Development Board by efabless.

What boards using the M.2-CONNECTOR-E are built for

M.2-CONNECTOR-E: common questions

Where can I find a M.2-CONNECTOR-E reference design?

Each of the 5 boards on this page is a real design using the M.2-CONNECTOR-E. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.

How big is a typical board using the M.2-CONNECTOR-E?

The median is 76.2 × 73.8 mm, and 80% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the M.2-CONNECTOR-E?

By GitHub stars, Clear Chip Development Board by efabless, with 40 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the M.2-CONNECTOR-E before building it?

Yes. HardLabs turns a board's netlist and BOM into a working simulation, so you can boot and test firmware against it with no hardware on your desk.

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