The Raspberry Pi is a small but powerful system that can be used for a variety of projects. However, one limitation of the Raspberry Pi is its lack of storage space, as it primarily relies on a microSD card slot. To address this issue, users have had the option to add a standard M.2 drive with a “hat” board. Now, the official Raspberry Pi shop is offering compatible SSDs and the necessary hardware to use them.
The announcement on RaspberryPi.com states that officially branded NVMe drives are now available, along with the M.2 HAT+ upgrade board, in a convenient bundle. These drives come in two capacities – 256GB and 512GB – both in the small 2230 size that fits on the HAT+ add-on board for the Pi 5. The smaller drive is priced at $30, the larger one at $45, and the HAT+ module can be added for an additional $10.
The drives will soon be available through Raspberry Pi’s retail partners. Pre-order pages are already live on PiShop.us for all four packages, with a small surcharge. While the smaller drive and bundle are “available to buy today,” the larger drive and bundle will start shipping by the end of November. If you can’t wait, you also have the option to purchase the HAT+ separately and install your own 30mm or 42mm drive.
In addition to this exciting news, Raspberry Pi enthusiasts can explore a variety of practical project ideas to make the most out of their device. Whether it’s setting up a media center, creating a retro gaming console, or building a smart home system, the possibilities are endless. With the new SSD adapter bundle, users can now expand the storage capabilities of their Raspberry Pi to take on even more ambitious projects.
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