how to check if motherboard has m.2 slot

To install an M.2 SSD, check if your motherboard has an M.2 slot and supports the drive's size. The 2280 size is common for desktops.

In the following text, I will talk about how many M.2 slots a motherboard typically has and some basics on how to check how many M.2 slots you have on your motherboard.

If you want to confirm if the M.2 slots supports SATA or NVMe, you should look at the motherboard itself. ... You can enjoy the benefits that NVMe drive offers if your motherboard is not equipped with an M.2 slot.