Waveshare PCIe To USB 3.2 Gen1 / 2.5G ETH / M.2 NVMe HAT For Raspberry Pi 5
Unlock high-speed connectivity and storage expansion for your Raspberry Pi 5 with the Waveshare PCIe to USB 3.2 / 2.5G Ethernet / M.2 NVMe Adapter. This HAT+ module connects via the 16-Pin PCIe interface and adds dual USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, two 2.5G Ethernet ports, and an NVMe M.2 SSD slot.
It supports booting from NVMe drives, dramatically improving read/write performance over standard microSD cards. With a compact design, onboard LEDs, EEPROM, power monitoring, and plug-and-play support, this board is ideal for building powerful Raspberry Pi-based NAS, mini servers, or edge computing applications—no drivers required.
Features:
- Dual USB 3.2 Gen1 ports via PCIe for high-speed peripherals
- Dual 2.5G Ethernet ports with RTL8156B chipset
- M.2 NVMe SSD slot (supports 2230–2280 sizes)
- Bootable from NVMe SSD – faster than TF cards
- Real-time SSD power monitoring and EEPROM support
- Plug-and-play, no driver installation needed
- LED indicators for power and activity status
- HAT+ form factor for Raspberry Pi 5 with thermal tape & cooler support
Specification:
| Model: | PCIe To USB 3.2 adapter |
|---|---|
| Compatibility: | Raspberry Pi 5 |
| Color: | Black |
| No. of USB ports | 2 |
| Ethernet Port | 2.5G (via RTL8156B chip) |
| Protocol Support | NVMe |
| Form factor | Compact HAT+ for Pi 5 |
| Length (mm): | 85 |
| Width (mm): | 56.5 |
Package Includes:
1 x Waveshare PCIe To USB 3.2 Gen1 / 2.5G ETH / M.2 NVMe HAT
1 x Screws pack
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| Brand | WAVESHARE |
|---|---|
| Interface / Protocol | USB |
| SKU | AI7753 |
| Weight | 0.09 kg |
| Availability | In Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The Waveshare PCIe To USB 3.2 Gen1 / 2.5G ETH / M.2 NVMe HAT For Raspberry Pi 5 is a versatile raspberry pi accessories used across a wide range of applications including single-board computing, media centers, home servers, retro gaming, and AI and machine learning projects.
Common use cases:
- Adding a camera module for computer vision
- Mounting a HAT for GPIO expansion
- Setting up a Pi-based NAS or media server
This product is ideal for Raspberry Pi users, makers, and embedded Linux developers.
Technical Tip: Ensure compatibility with your specific Pi model (Pi 4, Pi 5, Zero 2W). Check HAT pinout and power requirements before purchasing.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
- Genuine WAVESHARE product sourced from authorized channels
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