About this item

The Geekworm X1012 PCIe to NVMe+POE Shield is a versatile expansion board designed for the Raspberry Pi 5, enabling high-speed storage and efficient power delivery through Power over Ethernet (PoE). This shield supports various M.2 NVMe SSD form factors, including 2280, 2260, 2242, and 2230, allowing users to select the appropriate size for their storage needs. It facilitates booting the operating system directly from the SSD, resulting in faster application launches, web serving, and file transfers. The X1012 utilizes PCIe 2.0 with 5Gbps data transfer speeds, ensuring quick data access and efficient performance. Equipped with a high-efficiency DC-DC step-down converter, it provides up to 5A of power to the SSD, supporting demanding applications. The shield is compatible with PoE standards 802.3af/at, accepting input voltages between 37–57V DC, and offers an auxiliary 48V adapter supply for added flexibility. Its compact design, measuring 87mm x 56mm, allows for easy integration with the Raspberry Pi 5 without obstructing access to other ports. Additionally, the X1012 features a blue LED indicator to display power and drive status, and it maintains compatibility with the official Raspberry Pi 5 active cooler, ensuring optimal thermal management. This shield is ideal for applications requiring reliable storage and power solutions, such as network-attached storage (NAS) systems, surveillance setups, and remote monitoring stations. Please note that the Raspberry Pi 5 board is not included with the shield