DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm M.2 (M-key)

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Signal Path

DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm

Family Power
Form Factor Cylindrical barrel
Pin Count 2
Reversible No

M.2 (M-key)

Family Storage
Form Factor Card-edge socket
Pin Count 67
Reversible No

Notes

DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm to M.2 (M-key): Storage and power connectors serve different purposes, though some storage connectors (SATA) include power delivery pins. The DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm (Power) and M.2 (M-key) (Storage) are from different connector families.