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[Suggestion] Use PCIe x16 connector #4

Closed galvesribeiro closed 4 months ago

galvesribeiro commented 4 months ago

On the prototype picture I see a x4 connector for the PCIe card.

Would it be possible to use a x16 connector with only x4 wired? The reason I'm asking is so we can easily use bigger cards using the same riser.

I know we can use an open-ended PCIe connector but those are harder to find for manufacture as they are not safer because leave the card connections "out".

I hope you consider the suggestion.

Thanks!

j4cbo commented 4 months ago

An x16 connector won't fit because the space where the pins would go is needed for the signal traces to the M.2 connectors. However, I think I can source an open-back connector...

galvesribeiro commented 4 months ago

Ok. Duck tape on the open connectors it is 😄

j4cbo commented 4 months ago

If you want it to look nice and professional, pick up some Kapton tape :)