Questions on M2 drives for Z790 Wifi 7 Motherboard

[sbemb]

I just purchased the Player Three Prime and it has the Z790 WIFI 7 motherboard. It has 3 M2 slots and the first 2 are filled. I would like to add to the last slot.

Specs:
CPU: Intel i9-14900KF
GPU: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090
Memory: 128GB (4 x 32GB) DDR5 6000 Mhz
Storage: 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD
Storage: 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD
Cooler: NZXT Kraken 280
Power: 1000W Gold

Notes on M2 slots:
Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen)
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
Intel® Z790 Chipset:
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)

I am thinking a 8T card and was looking at: Corsair MP600 PRO XT 8TB NVMe M.2 SSD

Some questions:
1) This seems compatible with my board — yes? Although it seems bigger given the heat spreader design (Note: The cooling system is: 7 fans and the NZXT Kraken 280 cooler already)

2) Is this a good choice or something better?

I could also use some install instructions. I have the manual and will review videos, but if you have power tip form doing this before, I would be grateful.

Many thanks!

[Jiaszzz_ROG]

Hello, @sbemb 

Thank you for initiating this discussion.
The "MP600 PRO XT 8TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen. 4 x4 SSD" seems compatible with the M.2 slot.
For installation guidance, you may refer to the following FAQs or contact the supplier if you have any questions:
SSD: How to Remove a Pre-Installed Heatsink
Storage: How to Install a Corsair M.2 Solid State Drive
Regarding hardware selection and recommendations, I’ve moved this discussion to the "Hardware & Build Advice" section to get more relevant feedback on your query.

Thank you.

[sbemb]

Thanks for the information. Very helpful.

Will the heat sink actually need to be removed? Or will it fit in the slot with the heat sink?